The Vixen Optics A80Mf 80mm f/11 Achro Refractor Telescope is designed with an achromatic lens system that produces bright and clear high-contrast images with true color representation across its entire distortion-free field of view. Its 80mm objective gathers more light than smaller-objective models while still being easy to handle and transport, especially when you have to carry it a distance to your observation site. This lens system, coupled with the fully coated optics, will give you great views of the Moon, planets, planetary moons, and brighter deep sky objects. You will be able to split binary stars and observe bright objects with virtually no comas.

The scope comes with two eyepieces that offer low and moderate magnifications, and a 90° erect-image prism that makes it ideal for both astronomical and terrestrial use. Vixen offers the A80Mf here without a mount or tripod for users with a reliable support system, and the included mounting ring set includes a Vixen-style dovetail plate that makes it compatible with a wide variety of alt-azimuth, equatorial, and GoTo mounting systems.

80mmAchromatic Refractor OTA    910mm Focal Length, f/11 Focal Ratio    Multi-Coated Optics    Porta II Manual Alt-Azimuth Mount    Dual-Axis Slow-Motion Cables    1.25" Focuser, 6.3mm and 20mm Eyepieces    Threads for Optional Camera T-Rings    1.25" 90° Erect-Image Diagonal    6x30 Finderscope with Bracket    Adjustable-Height Aluminum Tripod

• 80mm objective
• f/11 focal ratio
• 910mm focal length
• Refractor-style optical path
• Achromatic lens configuration corrects spherical and chromatic aberrations to produce distortion-free high-contrast images with true color representation
• Fully coated optics produce bright and clear images with true color rendition
• Resolution: 1.45 arcsec
• Rack-and-pinion focuser with 1.25" focusing tube
• Standard 42mm T-thread for prime-focus astrophotography; optional camera-specific T-ring required
• Dew/sun shield reduces interference from peripheral terrestrial light and limits condensation on objective

• OTA only; mount and tripod required for proper use
• Mounting ring assembly enables the optical tube orientation to be adjusted for precise eyepiece placement and to avoid interference with other gear
• Weight: 5.5 pounds

Eyepieces:

• 1.25"-diameter barrel
• Compatible with most astronomical filters
• 20mm, produces 45.5x magnification
• 6.3mm, produces 144x magnification

• Integrated erect-image prism for terrestrial observations
• 90° angle puts head in a comfortable viewing position when optical tube assembly is aimed straight up or when using as a conventional spotting scope

• 30mm objective
• 6x magnification ensures a wide field of view for faster alignment and easier star-hopping navigation
• 7° angle of view

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. where can I buy a 12 volt battery pack for the telescope?

A: The Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ 102mm f/6.5 AZ Refractor Telescope BH #CESSEDX102R • MFR #22460 dose not use any batteries.

Q: 2. will this rrs 80mm fit on my silkballhead 800?

A: You would need a Reducer Bushing to make it work Oben 3/8"-16 to 1/4"-20 Reducer Bushing B&H # OB1039

Q: 3. Can I put a Celestron 8" SCT on the mount? - I know the Vixen is fine, but I wonder regarding the weight - the 8" SCT is about 5.5 KG.

A: The tripod will not handle the weight of the 8" SCT OTA

Q: 4. can you use a telescope camera on this? Like this one: ZWO ASI120MC-S Color Super Speed Camera - ASI120MC-S

A: Yes, you can use a telescope camera slipped into the 1.25" eyepiece mount in the Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ 102mm f/6.5 AZ Refractor Telescope.

Q: 5. Where are the telescopes that are PC Compatible. Or how can I transfer images from a non PC compatible telescope? Thank you!

A: This telescope does not have a camera built inside of it. You would need to either mount your camera you have onto the scope to photograph images. Or buy a CCD Imaging Device. Called the Celestron NexImage Solar System Eyepiece CCTV Imager. Website link to the imager: a href= http://bhpho.to/1Bgb5lc target= _blank http://bhpho.to/1Bgb5lc/a

Q: 6. I see there is a recommendation for a carry case for the tripod (Ruggard Deluxe Padded 42" Tripod Case). What would the recommendation be for a carry case for the OTA? Or does the OTA come in a case?

A: The Ruggard Deluxe Padded 42" Tripod Case (Black) should work with the OTA, as well as Mount/Tripod.

Q: 7. Can you use a nikon dslr to take images? the iphone itself?

A: One needs 2 adapters to mount a Nikon camera on the Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ 102mm f/6.5 AZ Refractor Telescope. On the telescope end, the Celestron SLR (35mm OR Digital) Camera Adapter for All Refractor and Reflector Telescopes which Accept 1.25" Eyepieces - Requires Camera-Specific T-Mount Adapter, BH #CETA1.25 (https://bhpho.to/3N8FQzy). And on the camera end, the Celestron T-Ring for Nikon F-Mount Cameras, BH #CETRN (https://bhpho.to/3n3FeAH). The smartphone mount that comes with the telescope is for alignment and such, it is not for imaging.

Q: 8. Can this be fitted on a Sirui L- 20S ...?

A: It technically can but it will be off center when you screw it onto the sirui basplate.

Q: 9. What is the difference between Celestron C11-A and Celestron C11. Does Celestron C11-A have any improvements?

A: Sorry but B&H no longer has a listing for the Celestron C11. only the Celestron C11-A XLT 11" f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope (OTA Only, CGE Dovetail) BH #CEC11AXLT • MFR #91036-XLT

Q: 10. I have one of these and it is impossible to aim it. What am I doing wrong or missing?

A: You might be having trouble aiming and seeing things because of light pollution. That can happen. Is the image not focusing in at all?