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Zenithstar 61II APO

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Category: Refractor Telescope

Description

Discover the Skies with the William Optics ZenithStar 61 II APO

Unleash your passion for the cosmos with the compact and powerful William Optics ZenithStar 61 II APO Refractor. Featuring top-notch Ohara FPL-53 ED glass, this telescope delivers clear, high-contrast images with minimal color aberration. Ideal for astrophotography and wildlife viewing, it boasts a quick f/5.9 focal ratio for broad, detailed sky scans.

Designed for portability and practicality, the ZenithStar 61 is equipped with a Vixen dovetail for easy mounting and a handle bar for convenient transport and setup. Its CNC machined aluminum body, available in Red, Gold, or Space Grey, houses a dual-speed 2" focuser for precise adjustments.

Enhanced with a Bahtinov Mask cap for sharp focusing and a soft case for effortless transport, this telescope is perfect for adventurers and stargazers alike.

Specifications

  • Lens Type: Doublet Apochromatic Prime Lens
  • Focal Length: 360mm
  • Diameter: 61mm
  • Aperture: f/5.9
  • Image Circle: 45mm
  • Focuser: 2" R&P Focuser, compatible with EAF
  • Adapter Included: 2" -> 1.25" Visual Back
  • Optional Flattener: FLAT 61A 1.0x, FLAT 61R 0.8x
  • Camera Format: Full Frame, APS-C, M4/3
  • Tube Length: 245mm - 315mm
  • OTA Weight: 2.2kg / 4.85lbs
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Customer Reviews (4.4 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Aurora ★★★★★

The dual-speed focuser on this little scope is incredibly smooth, making fine adjustments effortless for lunar observing. It's surprisingly sharp for its size, and the included case makes it easy to grab for quick sessions.

Hannah H. ★★★★★

Finally got this set up on my balcony and the views of the moon are incredibly sharp for such a compact scope. I appreciate how lightweight it is, making it easy to carry outside without a struggle.

Charlotte Q. ★★★★★

The dual-speed focuser on this scope makes fine-tuning images incredibly smooth, and it's surprisingly light for a 61mm aperture. I've already captured some crisp shots of the moon and Jupiter with my DSLR attached.

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