On Sale OpticsCentral Budget Deepsky Astroimaging Telescope Bundle
Designed for beginners on a budget, this bundle offers an affordable entry into deep space imaging - balancing quality and value for a smooth start in astrophotography.
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Beginner Deep Sky Imaging Bundle – Featuring the Saxon 150DS Newtonian and HEQ5 EQ Mount
This bundle is tailored for those new to deep space astrophotography and looking for an affordable yet capable setup. At its core is the Saxon 150DS Newtonian reflector with a fast f/5 focal ratio, ideal for capturing bright nebulae and galaxies.
Mounted on the sturdy Saxon HEQ5 equatorial mount, this rig provides stable tracking for long exposures. The Sky-Watcher Coma Corrector ensures sharp stars across the field, compensating for edge distortion common in fast Newtonians.
Imaging is handled by the ZWO ASI533MC Pro colour camera, delivering clean, detailed results with minimal noise. Accurate autoguiding is achieved using the ZWO ASI220MM Mini paired with the Saxon 50mm MKII guide scope.
Power is supplied via two ZWO 12V 5A adapters - one dedicated to the mount and one for the camera and accessories. A 12V dew heater strap prevents moisture buildup on the 150DS’s primary mirror during longer sessions.
Ideal for beginners, this bundle offers a solid foundation for deep sky imaging - combining reliable performance with budget-friendly value.
What's Included
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Saxon 150DS Astrophotography Newtonian Telescope OTA Only: Ideal for astrophotography, this 150mm aperture telescope (OTA) at f/5 with a 750mm focal length is equipped with a 2-inch dual-speed Crayford focuser and a 9x50 finderscope for easy celestial object location and focus. Compatible with most equatorial mounts that use a narrow vixen-style dovetail bar. |
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Saxon HEQ5 Equatorial Mount: With a steel tripod is a robust mount supporting up to 13kg, the Saxon HEQ5 is designed for precise astrophotography with small to medium-sized telescopes. It includes a built-in polar scope for accurate alignment and a computerised GOTO system featuring the Synscan controller. |
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Skywatcher F5 Coma Corrector: Essential for clear astrophotography, this corrector minimises coma and field curvature effects, ensuring sharp and clear images. Compatible with Newtonian telescopes with a focal ratio of F/5 |
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ZWO ASI533MC Pro: High-performance colour astronomy camera with a 1-inch sensor, 9-megapixel resolution, and 3.76um pixel size. Its high dynamic range and low read noise make it ideal for capturing stunning night sky images. It uses a USB 3.0 connection for fast data transfer. |
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ZWO ASI220MM Mini Monochrome Camera features the SC2210 1/1.8" sensor, 4μm pixels, 92% QE, and 2.07MP resolution, delivering enhanced sensitivity, precise auto-guiding, and exceptional planetary imaging in a compact 60g design |
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Saxon 50mm MK II Guidescope: Compact and lightweight guidescope with a 50mm aperture and 162mm focal length. Equipped with a 1.25-inch helical focuser and mounting bracket. |
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ZWO 12V 5A Power Adapter for Cooled Cameras: AC to DC adapter providing 12V and 5A power, essential for cooled cameras. |
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12V 5A Power Adapter for Computerised Telescopes: Must-have for powering computerised telescopes, this 12V 5A adapter is easy to use with a 2.1mm plug. |
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12V Dew Heater Strip For 6-inch OTA: |
| Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector |
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| Aperture | 150mm |
| Focal Length | 750 |
| Focal Ratio | f/5 |
| Mount Type | Equatorial |
| Motor Drive | Yes |
| Dovetail Type | Dual Saddle - Fits Vixen & Losmandy |
| Eyepiece 1 | Plossl 10mm - 1.25" |
| Eyepiece 2 | Plossl 25mm - 1.25" |
| Finderscope Make | Saxon |
| Tube Length | 750mm |
| Autoguide Port | No |
| Electronic Hand Control | Yes |
| Warranty Information | 5 years |