Featuring a special mount for a smartphone and an app that can guide you through the night sky, the Explore Scientific National Geographic StarApp50 50mm Refractor Telescope makes it easy to find, observe, and learn about planets and other bright celestial objects. The ARTelescope App includes an encyclopedia with details about planets and constellations as they come into view. Made of lightweight but sturdy carbon fiber, the optical tube assembly is supported by the alt-azimuth mount with a single control handle that allows users to track objects as they move across the night sky while also limiting vibration. The tripod provides a stable observation platform and has a tray for the included 26 and 9.7mm Plossl eyepieces and the 2x Barlow lens.

50mm Achromatic Refractor OTA    600mm Focal Length, f/12 Focal Ratio    26 & 9.7mm Eyepieces & 2x Barlow Lens    Smartphone Mount for ARTelescope App    Smartphone Eyepiece Adapter    Manual Alt-Az Mount    Full-Size Adjustable Tripod with Tray

• Special mount atop the telescope tube enables users to attach their device to the telescope and easily locate constellations and planets in the night sky using the ARTelescope App
• In-app encyclopedia provides additional details about planets and constellations
• 50mm aperture is excellent for viewing the Moon and other bright night sky treats
• Comes with two interchangeable Plössl eyepieces and a 2x Barlow lens to provide magnification options of 23x, 46x, 61.8x and 123x
• Includes a simple mount for smooth movements and a full-size tripod with a center accessory tray
• Smartphone adapter helps observers position their own smart device's camera over the eyepiece to capture and share images
• Dew shield cover minimizes the buildup of moisture and debris on the lens between observing sessions

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Any notes on the total setup (OTA & Mount/Tripod) overall weight? Thanks.

A: About 28 lbs.

Q: 2. hello, what size is the focusser,?

A: It is a 2 Focuser.

Q: 3. how can I use my nikon DSLR camera with this telescope?

A: There are different ways to attach your Nikon camera to the Explore Scientific FirstLight 102mm f/9.8 Alt-Az Refractor Telescope BH #EXFLAR102RT1 • MFR #FL-AR1021000MAZ01 the most secure way would be to attach the Tele Vue SLR Prime Focus Camera Adapter for 2" Focusers BH #TE2CA • MFR #ACM-2000 to the rear of the scope. Attach a T-mount ring to your camera body and those (2) pieces will screw together. The T-mount or ring is specific to the make and model of your camera.

Q: 4. I purchased this scope a few weeks ago. I have yet to achieve focus using a dslr without the diagonal. I've purchased 2" extension tubes that just dont fit on the tubes that came with it. What extention tubes actually fit on this?

A: What make and model of camera are you using and where in the scope are you mounting the camera

Q: 5. Is Hoya FCD 100 ED better than standart ED ?

A: The FCD1 Glass is very very good for photography, not a lot of difference visually though between them.

Q: 6. Is the tripod included? I see the tripod specs but do not see it on what is on the box! Thanks!

A: Under "key features" Key Features 102mm Refractor OTA 1000mm Focal Length, f/9.8 Focal Ratio Anti-Reflection Multi-Coated Optics 40mm Rack-and-Pinion Focuser 25mm Eyepiece, 90° Star Diagonal Manual Equatorial Mount Dual Slow-Motion Control Cables Red-Dot Finderscope Stainless Steel Tripod with Tray *******************************

Q: 7. Is there a T-adapter and T-ring that will let me focus my Nikon D750 camera with this telescope ?

A: You would need these 2 parts: https://bhpho.to/35GIvN3 Plus: https://bhpho.to/35M3E8u

Q: 8. HI, is there a reason the Alt/Az version is $180 more than the EQ version? Thanks

A: I am sorry for the long delay in replying. Prices do fluctuate and currently the the Alt-Az mount is about $65 less.

Q: 9. Can you put it on a nicer tripod; can it come off of the tripod it comes with?

A: The tripod that is included has a different thread then your standard tripod head mount. So you won't be able to use a different tripod unless you go about doing some modifications.

Q: 10. What adapters or accessories should be purchased for attaching to a micro-4/3 camera (Olympus OM-D EM5 mark3)?

A: In order to adapt an M43 camera to the Explore Scientific ED80 80mm f/6 Essential Series Air-Spaced Triplet Refractor Telescope you would need these 2 parts: https://bhpho.to/4dUckfj plus https://bhpho.to/48hlWwL.