Vixen Apochromatic refractor AP 55/303 Fluorit FL55SS OTA (60070)

The Vixen Fluorite Apochromatic Refractor FL55SS is designed to deliver exceptionally sharp and bright star field images, reaching the very edge of a full-frame imaging sensor with 95% light transmission at a 44mm image circle. By adding the optional flattener lens and focal reducer, the FL55SS transforms into a fast f/4.3 astrograph, making it ideal for astrophotography.

Despite its compact aperture, the FL55SS provides stunningly clear views of the Moon and bright planets when used with a high-resolution HR eyepiece. This telescope is made in Japan and is known for its optical quality and portability.

Specifications

Optics:

• Type: Refractor

• Optical Design: Apochromat

• Aperture: 53 mm

• Focal Length: 303 mm

• Aperture Ratio: f/5.7

• Resolving Capacity: 2.60 arcseconds

• Limiting Magnitude: 10.4

• Light Gathering Power: 60

• Maximum Useful Magnification: 106x

• Tube Weight: 1.5 kg

• Coating: Multiple

• Tube Construction: Full tube

• Lens Design: Doublet

Focuser:

• Type: Rack and pinion

• Ring Clamp: Included

• Gear Reduction: None

Mount:

• Type: OTA (Optical Tube Assembly)

• Mount Included: No

Included Accessories:

• Finder Scope: Not included

• Extension Tubes: Included

• Dew Shield: Included

Areas of Application:

• Astrophotography: Yes (very good)

• Moon and Planets: Yes

• Nature Observation: Yes

• Nebulae and Galaxies: Yes

• Sun: No (only with appropriate solar filter)

Recommended For:

• Beginners: No

• Advanced Users: Yes

• Observatories: No