For crisp wide field
observing and imaging, nothing can beat a true triple-element apochromatic
refractor (APO). This is especially true in astrophotography, where APOs
have produced some of the most beautiful images of the heavens ever taken
from earth. But not all APOs are created equal. Today’s market is filled
with semi-APOs (with two lenses instead of three) that don’t bring all
the colors to focus in the refractor. Thanks to a two-year design process
and a triple objective lens made from the highest quality ED (extra-low
dispersion) glass, Meade Series 5000 ED APO Triplets are virtually free of
chromatic aberration (color fringing). This means they outperform the most
expensive semi-APOs at a fraction of the cost. Expert observers will be
delighted by the total absence of color fringing and the scope’s
textbook-perfect pinpoint star images. Even beginners will notice the
breathtaking high contrast and resolution of a Series 5000 APO. One
astronomer commented that the Series 5000 APO “kicked butt on my
semi-APO that cost twice as much.” The scope is available as a
standalone OTA, or as a package with our new Series 5000 2" enhanced
diagonal and an aluminum carrying case.
- FAST FOCAL
RATIO: At f/6 (80mm), the focal ratio of this scopes is
tailor-made for fast wide field astrophotography.
- PREMIUM ED
GLASS: Meade uses the finest Japanese FCD1 ED (Extremely Low
Dispersion) glass. This glass is created to achieve a very small
change in refractive index with different wavelengths of light. This
makes it the perfect choice for a fast, high performance optical
design like the Series 5000 APOs.
- FULLY
MULTICOATED LENSES: Meade broadband multicoated lenses ensure
maximum light transmission.
- TRUE ED
APOCHROMATIC TRIPLET: A true triplet optical design
guarantees the textbook color correction you expect from a premium
APO.
- FULLY
EXTENDABLE DEW SHIELD/SUN SHADE: An essential accessory
built-in to the design for your convenience.
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