Bresser Telescope AC 152L/1200 Messier Hexafoc EXOS-2 (21525)

Bresser, a renowned company in the field of astronomy, offers the Messier series of telescopes, providing ambitious beginners with excellent performance at an affordable price. These telescopes are designed to be expandable and retrofittable, ensuring they remain useful as your skills and interests develop over time.

The Optics of the Bresser AC 152/1200
This refractor telescope stands out for its combination of a large aperture and long focal length, delivering sharp and high-contrast images that will leave you amazed. It is particularly well-suited for planetary observation, allowing you to explore the Moon in remarkable detail.

Advantages:

• Excellent value for money

• Durable and robust optics

The telescope now features the upgraded Hexafoc focuser, which has a free aperture of 65mm. For astrophotography enthusiasts, it can be retrofitted with a 1:10 reduction ratio fine focuser (available separately), enabling precise focus adjustments for enhanced imaging.

The Bresser EXOS-2 Mounting
The EXOS-2 is a reliable equatorial mount with a high load capacity (up to 13 kg for visual use and 10 kg for astrophotography). It offers precise tracking for both visual observations and astrophotography. Double radial ball bearings ensure smooth operation, while optimized RA axes minimize play. This robust mount is an excellent choice for beginners entering astrophotography. An optional motorized two-axis control can also be added to enhance functionality.

What’s Included:

• Sturdy equatorial mounting

• Two counterweights

• Steel tripod with three legs

Specifications:

Optics:

• Type: Refractor

• Build: Achromat

• Aperture: 152mm

• Focal Length: 1200mm

• Aperture Ratio: f/7.9

• Resolving Capacity: 0.76 arcseconds

• Limiting Magnitude: 12.7 mag

• Light Gathering Power: 470x compared to the naked eye

• Maximum Useful Magnification: 304x

• Tube Weight: 10.8 kg

• Tube Construction: Full tube

Focuser:

• Build Type: Hexafoc

• Eyepiece Connection: 2"

• Camera-Side Threaded Socket: T2

• Free Aperture: 65mm

Mount:

• Type: Equatorial (EXOS-2)

• GoTo Control: No

Tripod:

• Material: Steel

Included Accessories:

• Eyepiece: SP 26mm (1.25")

• Finder Scope: 8x50

• Star Diagonal: 90° (1.25")

• Eyepiece Adapter: Compatible with both 1.25" and 2" eyepieces

• Counterweights: Two pieces included

• Polar Finder Scope included

• Prism Rail: Vixen-style compatible

• Slow Motion Cables: Two included

General Information:

• Series: Messier

• Shipping Weight: 40 kg

Applications:

• Moon & Planets: Yes

• Nebulae & Galaxies: Yes

• Nature Observation: Yes

• Astrophotography: Yes (with additional equipment)

• Sun Observation: Yes (with appropriate solar filter)

Recommended For:

• Beginners: Yes

• Advanced Users: No

• Observatories: No