Telescopes & Astronomy
Beginner Telescopes
Buying your first telescope? Browse our curated selection of beginner telescopes.
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What will you use your telescope for? Explore the many uses of different types of telescopes.
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AUD $19.00In Stock
The Sirius Optics No. 25 Red Colour Filter (1.25") blocks nearly all blue and green light, delivering strong contrast for planetary observation. Ideal for revealing detail in Jupiter's and Saturn's cloud bands, it truly excels at bringing out the polar ice caps of Mars with exceptional clarity.
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AUD $19.00In Stock
- For 1.25" eyepieces
Enhances:
- Details of cloud belts and Great Red Spot on Jupiter
- Atmospheric clouds and polar caps on Mars
- Feature contrast on the Moon by reducing glare
- Cloud belts and rings on Saturn
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The Sirius Optics Colour Filter No. 8 Light Yellow (1.25") enhances planetary detail by improving contrast on Jupiter's red and orange belt features and bringing out the blue Maria on Mars. It also reduces scattered light and highlights yellow dust clouds, making it an essential filter for dedicated planetary observers.
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Slimline adapter with M48 male thread on one side and M42 female thread on the other. Learn More -
AUD $29.00In Stock
For use with some 2" Barlow lenses that have a slot for the thumbscrew. Learn More -
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The Sirius Optics Red Dot Finder Synta Support provides a secure and precise mounting solution for attaching a red dot finder to Synta-compatible telescopes. Designed for quick alignment and easy installation, this support bracket ensures your finder stays firmly in place during observation sessions, helping you locate celestial objects faster and with greater accuracy.
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AUD $3,099.00In Stock
- Explore the Universe and control your NexStar Evolution telescope with the free Celestron SkyPortal app for iOS and Android!
- Compact, portable 6-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube with StarBright XLT optical coatings and Fastar compatibility
- Computerized GoTo mount with high-performance worm gears and motors for improved tracking accuracy, along with reduced gear backlash
- Rechargeable lithium-iron battery with enough power for 10 hours of continuous observing
- Improved industrial design with manual clutches and integrated carry handles, plus the added convenience of two accessory trays and a USB charge port for your smart device
NOTE:
The recommended solar filters for this scope for solar observing are;
the Orion 185 mm (7.17") Glass Solar Filter (Product No. 125081) or
the Meade Glass White Light Solar Filter 172 - 180 mm (Product No. 125918).
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AUD $1,749.00In Stock
- 5-inch aperture provides excellent light-gathering ability at an affordable price. You’ll get impressive views of the Moon and planets, along with deep sky objects like the Orion Nebula, while retaining a compact form factor.
- Fully automated GoTo mount with database of 40,000+ celestial objects automatically locates and tracks objects for you.
- SkyAlign technology gets your telescope aligned and ready to observe in minutes. Even if you’re unfamiliar with the night sky, you can easily align your telescope on any three bright objects.
- Unique single fork arm design and sturdy steel tripod all break down into separate components for easy transport and quick assembly.
NOTE: For solar observing we recommend the Astrozap Glass Solar Filter (Product No. 124466) for use on this telescope.
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AUD $49.00In Stock
2" to1.25" adapter for eyepieces. Learn More -
AUD $49.00In Stock
- Standard SCT Thread
- M42 T-Thread
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