Explore Scientific ES 8x50 Illuminated Finder Scope

1. Upright and Correct Image: This finder scope offers an upright and laterally correct image, which significantly simplifies the process of locating celestial objects. This intuitive view matches the visual orientation of star charts and the naked eye, enhancing user experience.

2. Precise Focusing: The ability to focus the objective lens and the crosshair separately ensures optimal sharpness for both the overall field of view and the targeting reticle. This precision is vital for accurate alignment and detailed observation.

3. Multicoated Optics: Featuring multicoated lenses, the finder scope achieves superior light transmission and contrast. This advanced coating minimizes reflections and maximizes light gathering, resulting in a brighter, sharper, and clearer image, even in low light conditions.

4. Illuminated Reticle: The integrated adjustable crosshair illumination with fine scale markings provides excellent visibility of the reticle in diverse lighting environments. This feature is particularly beneficial during nighttime observations when aiming at faint objects.

ABOUT THE EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC ES 8X50 ILLUMINATED FINDER SCOPE

The Explore Scientific ES 8x50 Illuminated Finder Scope distinguishes itself with its exceptional optical clarity and precise guidance capabilities for astronomical observation. Unlike many standard finders, this model provides an upright and laterally correct image, crucial for intuitive navigation of the night sky without mental inversion. Its 50mm aperture ensures bright views even of dimmer objects, while the 8x magnification offers detailed orientation. The integrated adjustable crosshair illumination, coupled with scale markings, allows for accurate targeting in varying light conditions. Features like separately adjustable lens and crosshair focusing, along with multicoated lenses, enhance light transmission and image sharpness. We recommend using original accessories and spare parts to prolong the product's lifetime and maintain optimal performance.

ABOUT EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC

Explore Scientific, founded in 2008, is a prominent manufacturer of astronomical telescopes, eyepieces, and accessories. Based in Grants Pass, Oregon, USA, the company is renowned for its commitment to delivering high-quality optical instruments for both amateur and professional astronomers. Explore Scientific is known for its rugged durability and optical clarity, upholding a philosophy of providing accessible, performant gear. Their product range often integrates innovative designs to enhance the astronomical viewing experience, gaining a solid reputation within the global astronomy community for reliable and precise equipment.

MAIN FEATURES

• Magnification: 8x

• Aperture: 50 mm

• Erect Image: Upright and laterally correct view for intuitive sky navigation

• Field of View: 6.97 degrees

• Optics: Fully multicoated lenses for high light transmission and bright images

• Focusing: Independent focusing for both objective lens and illuminated crosshair

• Illumination: Adjustable crosshair illumination with scale markings

• Power Source: 2x LR41 coin cell batteries (for illumination)

• Dimensions: 216 mm x 63 mm x 58 mm

• Weight: 450 g

IN THE BOX

• Explore Scientific ES 8x50 Illuminated Finder Scope

• Dust caps for objective and eyepiece

• 2x LR41 coin cell batteries