The Celestron Omni XLT 150 150mm f/5 EQ Reflector Telescope combines a wide-aperture Newtonian-style reflector with a solid and reliable manual German equatorial mount to give you a powerful, easy-to-use observation rig. It will help you to explore the lunar surface and planetary details, or reach out beyond our solar system to see bright deep-sky objects like clusters, nebulae, and galaxies.
Celestron Omni XLT 150 150mm f/5 Reflector Optical Tube Assembly
With its large aperture and fast focal ratio, the Celestron Omni XLT 150mm f/5 Reflector Optical Tube Assembly is an ideal choice for making detailed observations and capturing excellent astroimages of the moon and planets, with the capability to resolve distant objects like star clusters, galaxies, and nebulae. Its sturdy focuser accepts standard-sized 1.25" diameter eyepieces, opening up a wide array of magnification choices from the near-limitless available options on the market. The OTA is offered without a tripod or pier for those who already have a reliable support system.
Optical Tube
- Large 150mm aperture is ideal for lunar, planetary, and deep-sky viewing
- Fast f/5 focal ratio requires shorter exposure times to capture the same images as slower scopes, while producing brighter and wider observational views
- 750mm focal length produces a moderate magnification potential and fast focal ratio
- Newtonian reflector design produces a shorter and lighter tube, versus a similar refractor, for easier handling
- Proprietary StarBright XLT anti-reflection multicoatings reduce light loss while improving light transmission, color rendition, and contrast
- Resolution: 0.92 arcsec, Rayleigh; 0.76 arcsec, Dawes
- Sturdy rack-and-pinion focuser can handle larger eyepieces and accessories without flexing
Mounting
- OTA only, mount head and tripod required for proper use
- Mounting ring assembly allows the user to rotate the optical tube and orientate the eyepiece to the most comfortable position for any user
- Vixen-style dovetail plate is compatible with any alt-az or equatorial mount with a Vixen-style saddle
- 12-pound weight, ensure the head and tripod you mount it on can carry this payload plus accessories used with it like imaging systems, eyepieces, diagonals, Barlows, and filter wheels
Included Accessories
- 1.25" diameter barrel
- Accepts most 1.25" astronomical filters
- 25mm focal length produces 30x magnification
- 50° field of view
- 6x magnification ensures a wide field of view for easier alignment and faster star-hopping navigation
- 30mm objective won't add excessive weight and bulk to scope
- Mounting bracket included
Celestron Omni CG-4 Mount
The Omni CG-4 Mount from Celestron is identical to the mount supplied with all Omni XLT series telescopes. This German equatorial mount offers RA and dec slow-motion controls and setting circles. The adjustable tripod boasts 1.75" legs and a sturdy center brace/accessory tray. This fine mounting solution comes packaged with two counterweights to ensure proper balance and control.
Performance Details
- Accepts Vixen-style dovetail plates
- German equatorial mount and tripod
- Counterweights: One 7.0 lb/3.2kg, one 4.0 lb/1.8kg
- RA and dec slow-motion controls and setting circles
- Tripod: adjustable height, 1.75" steel legs, center brace/accessory tray
