OTA · MSRP $439
Sharpstar 50EDPH
Key specifications
| Aperture | 50 mm |
|---|---|
| Focal length | 275 mm |
| Focal ratio | f/5.5 |
| Optical design | Triplet APO |
All specifications
| Focuser type | Dual-speed rack and pinion, 1:10 fine focus, 60 mm travel, 360-degree rotator |
|---|---|
| Tube length | 196 mm |
| Dovetail | Vixen |
About
A 50 mm f/5.5 triplet air-spaced APO with two ED elements, built for portability at 196 mm long and about a kilogram. It has a retractable dew shield, a 360-degree rotator ahead of a dual-speed rack-and-pinion focuser, a finder base and a 70 mm Vixen dovetail with 1/4-20 tripod holes.