{"product_id":"evostar-100edx-apo-doublet","title":"Evostar 100EDX APO Doublet","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn Elegant Balance of Value and Performance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSky-Watcher’s Evostar apochromatic doublet refractors are the perfect blend of superior extra-low dispersion glass and affordability. The Evostar refractor lens assembly utilizes a proprietary combination of matched lenses, delivering tack-sharp stars with charcoal-black, contrast-rich skies. All ED glass elements are fluorite-based and feature our proprietary Metallic High-Transmission Coatings™ (MHTC™), virtually eliminating all false color while internal baffle prevent stray light from affecting your photography. Like the optics, the tube is beautifully crafted using aluminum and finished with a white metal-flake finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-main\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdp-short-description\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoublet apochromatic optical design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-element, air-spaced optical assembly minimizes false color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100mm aperture, 700mm focal length, f\/7 focal ratio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFPL 53 glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.8-inch dual-speed Crayford-style focuser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread-on dew shield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum tube coated with glossy, white metal-flake finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded accessories: Tube rings, 2.8-inch Crayford-style focuser, camera angle adjuster, thread-on dew shield, focuser adapter ring, spacer, 1.25 to 2-inch adapter, and a V-style dovetail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUsing a doublet refractor instead of a triplet has some advantages: less glass means less weight, less weight means a less expensive telescope, so you can dedicate more money for your mount, camera, or accessories while benefiting from a lightweight astrophotography rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSky-Watcher Evostar EDX refractors provide the finest images obtainable in their design class. These doublet refractors deliver dramatic, coal-black skies and faithful, contrast-rich views of planetary and deep-space phenomenon that are second to none. Sky-Watcher Evostar EDX refractors are the logical choice for the discriminating amateur astronomer looking for an investment in advanced instrumentation for exceptional viewing and astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEvostars come in a foam-lined aluminum case with accessories, including: 2.8-inch Crayford-style focuser, tube rings, camera angle adjuster, thread-on dew shield, focuser adapter ring, spacer, 1.25 to 2-inch adapter, and a V-style dovetail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRazor Sharp Optics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSky-Watcher Evostar EDX refractors use the finest extra-low dispersion glass available. This results in the best color correction for an ED doublet lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVersatility and Affordability\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Evostar EDX line is designed to meet the needs of both the discerning imager and the experienced observer while keeping finances in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Complete Range of Apertures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEvostar EDX comes in a wide selection of apertures to fit the needs of the contemporary amateur astronomer, from the compact 80mm for your grab-and-go setup to the generous 120mm for high-resolution work, you will find what you're looking for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEvoGuide 50mm Minigraph\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe 50mm Evoguide is Sky-Watcher's smallest ED APO refractor, equally comfortable as a high-resolution guidescope or, when paired with its matched field flattener, as an ultra-compact astrograph.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Skywatcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52950696525935,"sku":"S11145","price":1240.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/S11145_Evostar100EDX_OTA_LeftFront_1800x1800_e56ae5ab-af28-4e0f-9ab3-9b42bd26b529.webp?v=1776189697","url":"https:\/\/ontariotelescope.com\/products\/evostar-100edx-apo-doublet","provider":"Ontario Telescope and Accessories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}