Explore FirstLight 102mm f/9.8 Doublet Refractor Telescope (OTA only)
Sharper Views, Brighter Stars. The Explore FirstLight 102mm Doublet Refractor Telescope offers the precision and performance you need to explore the universe like never before. Say goodbye to blurry, distorted images. Enjoy vibrant, color-accurate views of planets and the moon, while capturing the beauty of deep-sky objects.—all while using your existing mounts and gear. Features Exceptional Optical Performance: Delivers bright, detailed images with a 102mm (4") aperture and 1000mm focal length, this telescope delivers bright, detailed images of planets, star clusters, and galaxies. Doublet Lens Design: Reduces chromatic aberration for sharper, cleaner visuals of celestial objects. Fully Multi-Coated Optics: Enhanced light transmission makes faint deep-sky objects vivid and clear, even in low-light conditions. Precision 2.5" Hexagonal Focuser: Smooth, stable adjustments ensure you achieve perfect focus every time for both viewing and astrophotography. 25mm Plössl Eyepiece Included: Expansive, comfortable views with exceptional clarity for long observation sessions. 90° Star Diagonal: View comfortably at an angle, making extended stargazing sessions more enjoyable. Red-Dot Finderscope: Quickly locate celestial objects and maximize your time under the stars. Smartphone Adapter for Astrophotography: Effortlessly capture stunning images of planets, the moon, and star clusters with your smartphone—no costly cameras required. OTA-Only for Versatility: Integrates seamlessly with your existing mounts and tripods for a tailored stargazing experience. Who Is the Explore FirstLight 102mm Telescope For? Amateur Astronomers ready to upgrade from entry-level telescopes for sharper and brighter optics. Budding Astrophotographers wanting to capture stunning celestial images using their smartphones. Hobbyists Frustrated with Blurry Views from chromatic aberrations in cheaper telescopes. Existing Telescope Owners looking for a high-quality OTA-only solution compatible with their current mounts and tripods. Sky Enthusiasts seeking precision, clarity, and versatile optics for deep-sky and planetary observation. Explore the Universe in Unmatched Detail Experience crisp, clear visuals of Jupiter’s bands, Saturn’s rings, and the glow of deep-sky nebulae, along with hidden gems like the Andromeda Galaxy and the Hercules Globular Cluster. The Explore FirstLight 102mm Refractor Telescope combines professional-level optics and ease of use, making it perfect for hobbyists, educators, and aspiring astrophotographers. With its precision focus and smartphone adapter, you’ll capture and share cosmic beauty effortlessly. Consider a package including a mount and tripod: 102mm f/9.8 with Alt-Azimuth Mount | 102mm f/9.8 with Equatorial Mount