Can Spotting Scope be used for Astronomy?
1491574
You could but the field of view at maximum zoom would be extremely small. Also the quality of the optics are probably not going to deliver the clarity you desire
1491575
I wouldn't think so. it is made to look at stuff normally 100-500 yards away, but if you can use binoculars for Astronomy the you can probably use the spotting scope.
1127068
No, not at most telescopes have the worst spotting scope for the money. The Orion is awesome but be sure to aline it with what your telescope sees.
977783
I have not tried them for star gazing. I am guessing the wider angle of view than standard binoculars would work well for that. I have found these to be very durable and well worth the $20 or $25 I paid for them.
2107701
Not realistically able for Pluto. I have a 4" 102mm scope and the faintest i've seen was a star at a measured 9.2. and i wasn't sure it was there at first. Pluto is a reflection target. Need 10" and some good skies.
426452
Yes. The 45-degree diagonal is actually more comfortable looking horizontally than upwards into the sky. This telescope won't be as convenient or as rugged as a one-piece spotting scope with a zoom lens, though.
856983
I'm sure u could, a little. I primarily use it for the shooting range. It's not going to have the desired effect that I believe you are looking for, like a telescope would have.
1025717
This is a good scope for exploring the moon and seeing the constellations. Depending what magnification you use you might see details on the planets but I haven't yet.
1846238
It should work with a spotting scope if your scope has the threaded receiving hole for mounting. The slik is very adaptable
1924095
A cheap telescope at 100x will be useless or nearly so. The image will be very dim and probably not very sharp at all. Astronomy binoculars are used for low light conditions where you need a large exit pupil to transmit more light to your eye.
1740777
I would assume they are doing terrestrial shots as I can't imagine using this for DSOs (deep space objects). The Moon might be a viable target with this scope and camera. You would remove the diagonal. At this point you need an adaptor to mount the camera to the back of the refractor. Focusing might be a challenge at first but is doable. Sometimes you may need a longer or shorter adaptor to allow the image to project onto the focal plane of the camera chip. Problems: balancing the scope with the extra weight, finding a T adaptor for your camera if it isn't one of the names like Cannon, Nikon (you may have to do a lot of fitment), vibration due to the light weight and strength of the setup. It would probably be good for a fun startup in astrophotography but would require an upgrade to a larger and more substantial scope/mount/tripod to get satisfying results. Hope that helps. WEK.
1556581
It is a heavy duty tripod, so if your spotting scope has the same DSLR mount then it will work fin.
1570483
I've used a table top tripod with this and had good luck, like for target shooting, etc.. For star gazing, a regular tripod where you stand up, worked better for me. If the wind is blowing, it will probably shake some no matter what one you use. Outside of that, I think it's a great spotting scope. Hope I helped.
678549
You would not be able to use it visually; the filtered image will be too dim. You might be able to use this telescope with an appropriately relayed camera where you could integrate the exposure. This would require the correct relay and a mount for solar tracking.
2206772
I only used it for star gazing but I'm guessing it may be to strong. A refractor telescope would probably be of better use. a refractor telescope is definity easier to use.
1959652
This is a very inexpensive scope. If you are planning to get more serious in star gazing, then I recommend you put the money into a bigger and better scope. However, you may be able to pick up some used eye pieces at garage sales, Ebay, and the like.
1025720
This scope is good for the price and you will not be able to see the planets as you might with the professional ones. It is great watching the land marks and the moon. I hope this helps.
821502
It is best used for land gazing at night, not to be pointed at illuminated or lighted objects.A telescope would probably serve your purpose better.