Product Comparison: ORION SpaceProbe 130ST (09007) vs ORION SpaceProbe 130 EQ (9851)
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General Specifications
Brand
Orion
Orion
Model
SpaceProbe 130ST (09007)
SpaceProbe 130 EQ (9851)
Origin
USA
USA
About the Product
Our largest aperture SpaceProbe reflector telescope is the niftiest Newtonian reflector on an equatorial mount we've seen in a long time.
Without doubt, the SpaceProbe 130 Newtonian strikes a classy pose, from its glossy black aluminum tube right down to its 6x30 finder scope. It's a telescope that's sure to attract serious beginners.
Key Specs
Optical Design
Reflector
Reflector
Aperture
130 mm
130 mm
Focal Length
650 mm
900 mm
Focal Ratio
f/5
f/6.9
Highest Useful Magnification
260 x
260 x
Lowest Useful Magnification
19 x
19 x
What customers say about "Key Specs"
ORION SpaceProbe 130ST (09007) Equatorial Reflector Telescope
- I'm not necessarily saying being a snob is bad as I was a snob with cigars, but they would answer almost every question about should I buy this or that reflector or refractory scope with, neither buy a dobsonian.
- The optics are surprisingly crisp and clear and the two included eyepieces are pretty good.
- I'm adding to my review now because I just went out and viewed the moon this morning and I'm starting to really like the scope.
- This scope is on a Equatorial Mount which would be needed if you wished to take long exposure AstroPhotography or wanted to have a the telescope track objects in the sky without having to continually adjust.
- This telescope is wonderful and is versatile. It is a bright scope with a wide field of view. It is on a equatorial mount which if you plan on growing into the hobby will want to learn how to use.
ORION SpaceProbe 130 EQ (9851) Reflector Telescope
- For an entry-level scope, it has me beyond impressed. Optical clarity on the included eyepieces was superb and the fine adjusting/tracking mechanisms were silky smooth.
- This is a wonderful starter scope. The only problem I have had is my bright surrounding and getting used to adjusting the EQ mound.
- Awsome scope for a beginner/amateur astronomer. First thing to replace after you become proficient is the mount.
- The optics are great, but you must remember everything is upside-down & backwards with this scope, so adjustment as you chase stars takes some practice.
- Its out 1st scope ever. I got it as a Christmas gift and we keep it at our cabin. We all saw things on the moon we have never seen before. Crazy clarity and closeness.
Size & Weight
Height
51 in.
42.4 in.
Width
24 in.
20 in.
Depth
24 in.
10.5 in.
Weight
24.2 lbs.
26.5 lbs.
Features
Optical Coatings
Soda-lime plate
Aluminum & Silicon Dioxide
Finderscope
6x30 finderscope
6x30 finderscope
Optical Tube Length
610mm (24")
825.5mm (32.5")
Accessory Tray Included
Yes
Yes
Extras
Plossl 25.0mm,10.0mm (1.25"), Sturdy EQ-2 equatorial telescope mount
Explorer II 25.0mm,10.0mm (1.25")
Software
Starry Night astronomy software
Starry Night astronomy software
What customers say about "Features"
ORION SpaceProbe 130ST (09007) Equatorial Reflector Telescope
- The 25mm does great for general viewing and the 10mm did OK to get better detail on an object once I had it found with the 25mm eyepiece.
- This scope does a little bit of everything well enough and can let me grow or dabble into different areas without having to purchase another scope or added features.
- I agree if I had to do this a second time and I could probably do it in 15 by the second or third time. However, as a beginner with no prior experience, expect an hour to 1 1/2 hour to assemble.
- Every time you set this scope up, you will need to level the tripod and perform a polar alignment for the controls to work as designed.
- True to reviews, this telescope is wonderful and has a lot of add-on features that make it a worthwhile investment.
ORION SpaceProbe 130 EQ (9851) Reflector Telescope
- Spherical abberation was plain as day when I finally got it perfectly collimated.
- For an entry-level scope, it has me beyond impressed. Optical clarity on the included eyepieces was superb and the fine adjusting/tracking mechanisms were silky smooth.
- Finally got it ready. I got it polar aligned and adjust the view finder.
- It was large enough optically to see most anything I wanted from in town.
- The scope is also pretty easy to operate and as it comes with an equitorial mount it's also easy to trace objects as they move across the sky.
Mount Information
Mount Type
Equatorial mount
Equatorial mount
Tripod Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Dovetail
No
No
Maximum Height Adjustment
55.5 in.
55.5 in.
What customers say about "Mount Information"
ORION SpaceProbe 130ST (09007) Equatorial Reflector Telescope
- The tripod and mount went together easy, but it was obvious that it is economically built.
- It IS portable, if you take the tube and tripod/mount/counterweight apart before traveling.
- The EQ-2 mount can be wobbly if everything isn't completely torqued down.
- This is a manual mount, but there is a place for adding an optional motor. (Expandability is a nice feature!)
- The mount is sturdy and reliable and very easy to use.
ORION SpaceProbe 130 EQ (9851) Reflector Telescope
- The equatorial (EQ) mount is a little wobbly and hard to use for the first time user.
- Awsome scope for a beginner/amateur astronomer. First thing to replace after you become proficient is the mount.
- The mount is a little too light weight for thise scope.
- The EQ-2 that Orion packageswith it is not that stable and wobbles a ton when trying to focus.
- Equitorial mount is sturdy, but is very sensitive and shakes a lot which makes it difficult to focus and track at higher magnifications.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC
CE, FCC
Other Information
MSRP
309.99
279.99
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