Explore Scientific 208mm Dobsonian Reflector Telescope (Black)

No cables, no software, no complex gear—this 208mm Dobsonian Reflector Telescope from Explore Scientific welcomes light from millions of light-years away with a simple floor-based turntable-and-rocker-box design. The 208mm/8" aperture and 1219mm focal length yields a fast focal ratio of f/5.9 for a bright view, a wide field, and quicker exposures for astrophotography. The Crayford-style focuser accepts 2" eyepieces with an adapter for 1.25" models. Whether your subject is solar system planets or galaxies and nebulae in the deep sky, this Dobsonian will set you up for memorable views and images.

• 208mm (8") aperture, 1219mm focal length, and f/5.9 focal ratio
• Fast focal ratio delivers a bright view and a wide field and allows for quicker astrophotography exposures

• Alt-azimuth floor/ground mount with rocker box and 360° turntable, measures 25 x 19"
• Spring tension enables precise balancing when using cameras or other accessories

• 2" Crayford-style focuser
• Adapter for 1.25" eyepieces
• Includes 1.25" eyepiece adapter
• 25mm 70° Plossl eyepiece yields 49x magnification