Just got a Celestron 127EQ & have heard that a barlow can be "too good" and needs to be properly matched...would the 3X or this 5X be better?
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It depends on both the scope and the eyepiece. While the Barlow will increase the magnification by that amount you don't want to exceed the resolving power of the scope since you'll lose image quality and not gain additional detail. There are web calculators available that can help you figure out magnification and resolving power.
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Being the same size scope, the mount is driving the price and the 5se appears sturdier then the slt (I own the 5se that I got on Amazon). The 5se can also be set up as Equatorial using the built-in wedge (which is useful for astrophotography). If you don't need or want the wedge feature, bump up to the 6se if it fits within your budget. Also, Celestron lists the slt series as beginner telescopes and the se series as intermediate. I quick search on youtube will find several before-you-buy videos. Hope that helps.
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Yes it's a much better lens than the one that comes with the telescope. I have the power seeker reflector. I have 4 X-cel lenses. I always seem to use the same one (8mm-24mm zoom). That way I don't have to change once I have something centered.
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Yes. I have the 4.5 StarBlast and it is a great beginning scope. Add some filters and 2.5x Barlow and it's even better.
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This Should work fine. I know I have heard that the Barlow might not have enough travel to focus with some scopes. This can be fixed by placing the 2x Barlow directly into the focuser and then attaching the diagonal to the barlow. This small kit is a great value&lt; id say buy it. I have it and im happy with everything in it except the moon filter. The moon filter is plastic and it turns the moon green but it still works. The other filters are high quality and individually they cost $19.99. The 6mm Eyepiece is great and will be plenty powerful. to bring out planetary detail
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You can connect camera to this barlow. you need a 1.25" universal T adapter and the correct T ring for your SLR or DSLR. Google it both Meade and Celestron make one. http://www.celestron.com/astronomy/celestron-t-adapter-universal-1-25-in.html
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I'm pretty sure they are the same...the X2 "Shorty" Barlow...def worth it. The XT8 is a GREAT telescope.
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If you don't exceed the magnification appropriate to the sky conditions, yes.Barlow and any good eyepiece from 32 down to 6 mm should be usable IF sky clear and steady. A Barlow plus 6 mm will result in magnification of 400 times in the XT8. That is the most power I could use and only on really bright objects. The Barlow is more useful to me with double- digit eyepieces, boosting the power of a 10,for instance, while keeping the bigger easier to see glass.A barlowed 10 gives 240x in a 1200mm long scope like the XT8.I sold my XT8 to buy a bigger scope but the XT8 is an excellent one. If you don't exceed the magnification appropriate to the sky conditions, yes.Barlow and any good eyepiece from 32 down to 6 mm should be usable IF sky clear and steady. A Barlow plus 6 mm will result in magnification of 400 times in the XT8. That is the most power I could use and only on really bright objects. The Barlow is more useful to me with double- digit eyepieces, boosting the power of a 10,for instance, while keeping the bigger easier to see glass.A barlowed 10 gives 240x in a 1200mm long scope like the XT8.I sold my XT8 to buy a bigger scope but the... » Read More If you don't exceed the magnification appropriate to the sky conditions, yes.Barlow and any good eyepiece from 32 down to 6 mm should be usable IF sky clear and steady. A Barlow plus 6 mm will result in magnification of 400 times in the XT8. That is the most power I could use and only on really bright objects. The Barlow is more useful to me with double- digit eyepieces, boosting the power of a 10,for instance, while keeping the bigger easier to see glass.A barlowed 10 gives 240x in a 1200mm long scope like the XT8.I sold my XT8 to buy a bigger scope but the XT8 is an excellent one. « Show Less
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Yes, I bought an Orion 2x 1.25 in Barlow lens and have used it with the telescope
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I don't see why not. I use mine all the time with my Orion 130ST. The Barlow lens should work on pretty much any reflector or refractor for that matter. It slips into the eyepiece socket on the scope and then your regular eyepiece fits into the Barlow. It does make the lens stand out from the scope another inch, but just rotate the scope on its mount to get a comfortable view. BTW, I've been so impressed with this lens that I also ordered a 5X Barlow to see if I can really bring Saturn in. Good viewing and Happy St. Patrick's Day!
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I used a 6mm with a 2x Barlow and I was very pleased. My old eyes could only make out much ring detail but my girlfriend (20/20) was telling me she could make out very fine detail.
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That looks like a nice telescope! According to the literature, the SkySync GPS works with all nexstar computerized, non-gps telescopes, which should include the 127. You could contact Celestron via their website and ask them, or just order this from Amazon and give it a try. I am sure you can return it if there is a problem.
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Filters can go on the Barlow or eyepiece. Stacking them maybe useful or not. It won't hurt to try. The moon filter is really the only one I've used regularly.
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I had both this barlow and the firstscope, yes it will fit and will work, but the image will be dimmer because of the way the barlow lens functions and the small aperture size of the scope. For moon gazing or other bright celestial bodies it should do nicely, but it isn't suitable for bringing into view very faraway objects that appear small and dim in the firstscope. If I remember correctly, Jupiter looked good too, but Saturn wasnt visible in my corner of the sky before I sold the little scope. Good luck!
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Saturn's rings are always a treat! Glad you saw them. A 2x barlow and 4mm eyepiece will give you 200x on this scope, which is about the theoretical maximum usable magnification for a 100mm aperture scope like this one (about 50x/25mm). But in my experience with these smaller scopes, the image is rather poor at maximum magnification; you can see something, but very dim and very grainy, for instance. For my eyes, the max usable magnification is closer to 40x/25mm..... I think it's fun to use the max magnification (esp. on the Moon!) But I usually get the most satisfactory viewing at a lower power. Enjoy your telescope! Saturn's rings are always a treat! Glad you saw them. A 2x barlow and 4mm eyepiece will give you 200x on this scope, which is about the theoretical maximum usable magnification for a 100mm aperture scope like this one (about 50x/25mm). But in my experience with these smaller scopes, the image is rather poor at maximum magnification; you can see something, but very dim and very grainy, for instance. For my eyes, the max usable magnification is closer to 40x/25mm..... I think it's fun to use the max magnification (esp. on the Moon!) But I usually get the most satisfactory viewing at a lower... » Read More Saturn's rings are always a treat! Glad you saw them. A 2x barlow and 4mm eyepiece will give you 200x on this scope, which is about the theoretical maximum usable magnification for a 100mm aperture scope like this one (about 50x/25mm). But in my experience with these smaller scopes, the image is rather poor at maximum magnification; you can see something, but very dim and very grainy, for instance. For my eyes, the max usable magnification is closer to 40x/25mm..... I think it's fun to use the max magnification (esp. on the Moon!) But I usually get the most satisfactory viewing at a lower power. Enjoy your telescope! « Show Less
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A 3 or 5x might be a bit much for that scope. A smaller 1.5 or 2x would be a better fit. All a Barlow does is increase your magnification. A 2x would double the magnification of whatever eye piece you use. Rule of thumb for maximum useable mag is 50 times the aperture. The aperture of the 127 is 5 inches. So the highest useable mag would be around 250x and that would be with perfect viewing conditions.
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I'd start with a good 2X Barlow lens. It doubles the mag of all your other eyepieces...