Bresser Maksutov telescope MC 100/1400 Messier EXOS-2 (54289)

The Messier series by Bresser provides telescopes with an excellent price-performance ratio, making them ideal for ambitious beginners. These telescopes are designed to be expandable and retrofittable, ensuring they remain useful as users progress in their astronomy journey.

Maksutov Telescopes
Maksutov telescopes are compact and perfectly suited for portable use or travel. Their enclosed optics and collimation stability ensure durability and robustness.

Despite their compact design, Maksutov telescopes have a very long focal length. However, their field of view is narrower compared to achromatic refractors, making them ideal for observing the Moon and planets. When equipped with an Amici prism, they are also highly effective for nature observation and photography.

Bresser EXOS-2 Mount
The EXOS-2 is a robust equatorial mount with a high load capacity of up to 13 kg for visual use and 10 kg for astrophotography. It ensures precise tracking for both visual observations and astrophotography. The double radial ball bearings provide smooth operation, while the optimized RA-axis minimizes play.

This durable mount is perfect for beginners entering astrophotography. Additionally, a motorized two-axis control system can be added as an optional upgrade.

Included with the Mount:

• Sturdy equatorial mount

• Counterweight included

• Robust steel tripod with three legs

Specifications

Optics:

• Type: Reflector

• Type of build: Maksutov

• Aperture: 100 mm

• Focal length: 1400 mm

• Aperture ratio (f/): 14

• Resolving capacity: 1.15 arcseconds

• Limit magnitude: 11.8

• Light gathering capacity: 200x (compared to the naked eye)

• Maximum useful magnification: 200x

• Tube weight: 2.4 kg

• Tube construction: Full tube

Focuser:

• Type of build: Gear rack focuser

• Connection to eyepiece: 1.25"

Mount:

• Mounting type: Equatorial (EXOS-2 mount)

• Load capacity: Up to 13 kg

• GoTo control: No

• Motors: No (optional)

Tripod:

• Type: Steel tripod with accessory plate included (Canibelle included)

Included Accessories:

• Finder scope: Red dot finder included

• Eyepiece (1.25"): SPL 26 mm included

• Deviating optics: 1.25", 90° star diagonal included

• Prism rail: Vixen-style prism rail included

• Eyepiece adaptor: 1.25"-SC adaptor included

• Slow-motion cable included

Miscellaneous:
Dew shield not included; polar finder scope included

General Information:

• Series: Messier series by Bresser

• Total weight (including mount and tripod): 13 kg

Area of Application:

• Moon & Planets Observation: Yes

• Nebulae & Galaxies Observation: Yes

• Nature Observation: No

• Astrophotography: No

• Sun Observation: No (only with an appropriate solar filter)

Recommended For:

• Beginners: Yes

• Advanced users: No

• Observatories: No