Telescope, 150EQ Reflector Telescope for Adults Astronomy Beginners, Manual Equatorial Professional Telescopes Astronomy with 2X Barlow Lens, Phone Adapter, Adjustable Tripod and Moon Filter

The media could not be loaded. The picture was so bright that I had to use the low-light lens cap which is a very good thing. Didn’t use a filter though so I can’t speak for that experience. Jupiter and Saturn were clearly visible and easily findable with the mount and finder scope.The mount is actually pretty intuitive to put together as long as you can read directions. Doesn’t need to be disassembled when you store it either. It’s good because you can make micro adjustments while looking through the eyepiece. The altitude adjustment could be better with ease and speed but it makes sense since it’s moving a huge amount of weight. Comparing this to a traditional mount where I have to tighten and retighten constantly, it’s a major improvement.That weight isn’t much though, I was surprised at how light the components were but it has some heft when fully together.The zoom leaves a little to be desired compared to a refractor telescope, which is normal for these reflector telescopes, the trade-off is that you get veeery good brightness. Don’t expect the Barlow lens to allow you to see into the next century because there’s a maximum usable zoom for all telescopes depending on the focal length. Once you go over, the picture will get very blurry.Overall I’m very happy with it, the cost does mean quality too as the parts were very nice. Five stars. I’d recommend it.Pictured is Jupiter and it’s 4 moons, a moon pic, and some of the telescope with me for scale. Heard are my friends trying to sabotage my contribution to the fair people of Amazon. The telescope also gets taller than pictured but we had to lower the tripod some to get the eyepiece to our level. I’m 5’8

I am absolutely thrilled with my new 150mm reflector telescope! With having numerous refractor and reflector telescopes in the small collection I have accumulated for our local astronomy club, this telescope has exceeded all my expectations and is easily now my go-to for exploring the night sky and easily sharing it with club members.Firstly, the construction is top-notch. The telescope feels sturdy and well-built, with high-quality materials that feel like they will withstand the frequent use of many hands for many years to come. Though the setup is a bit heavy the stable mount ensures steady viewing, allowing for clear and crisp images even at higher magnifications (especially with the handy phone holder that many others don't come with). This stability is crucial for detailed observations of planets, stars, and deep-sky objects. The slow motion cables move smoothly and once you equatorially align the scope it is so easy to track what you are looking at with just the use of one dial.What truly sets this telescope apart are the accessories included. It came with a few of the typical eyepieces of 25mm and 10mm but also with a 2x Barlow. I was really surprised that it came with a solar filter and two others I have enjoyed swapping out while surveying different targets. These accessories can be expensive add-ons when buying other telescopes but with this purchase, I have got everything I needed to thoroughly enjoy star gazing for hours. From the multiple eyepieces of varying magnifications to a quality finder scope, it felt fully equipped right out of the box whereas with my other telescopes, I had to acquire these separately. These accessories have greatly enhanced my viewing experience and allowed me to explore celestial objects with greater clarity and detail.The optics are outstanding, delivering sharp and bright views of the moon, planets like Jupiter and Saturn, and even deep-sky objects such as galaxies and nebulae. The 150mm aperture gathers a significant amount of light, making it possible to see fainter objects that smaller telescopes might miss even with some significant light pollution that I experience at my home.Setting up the telescope was straightforward, thanks to clear (and COLOR) instructions provided. I found the assembly to be easy and intuitive with the clearly marked individual boxes found in the larger double box it was shipped in. No need to collimate whatsoever and the mount even came pre-lubed.Overall, I cannot recommend this telescope highly enough. Whether you're a seasoned astronomer or a beginner looking to delve into the wonders of the night sky, this 150mm reflector telescope with its stable mount, high-quality construction, and comprehensive set of accessories is an excellent choice. It's an investment in exploration and discovery that will bring joy and fascination for years to come.

My oldest son has wanted a telescope for years. I decided to start looking for a telescope that was not too expensive but looked like it was well built. I looked at several cheaper and several much more expensive telescopes. My budget was not going to allow some of the higher priced telescopes. Arrived very fast and the packaging is very good. I would consider keeping the box for storage as it has all the foam inserts to keep it secure for shipping. The build was easy and you can tell it’s very well built by the weight of the items. The gimbal is very smooth and heavy. The large telescope is very expensive looking and impressive. It looks like it would cost several hundred more than I paid. The motion is very fluid and I am very impressed with the performance of this telescope. You can add your phone to take photos "which I will upload here later" It comes with a laser sight and lenses. We have been amazed at the clarity and detail you can see with the moon. We will try to sun with the filter when the rain stops. If you are thinking about getting a lower priced but high quality telescope I would highly recommend this model. My son loves it. stay tuned for more photo's.Update. Had another clear night to get some decent shots. It’s a little difficult to get the phone part setup but once you understand it’s not bad at all. Added a couple moon photos.

This Telescope is an all metal build except for the focuser. I wish it was metal but I'm happy with its performance, just wish it was a little higher quality. The other issue I have is the primary mirror is not marked for collimation purposes. This would be so easy for them to do at the factory. The mount works great and is quite sturdy. Although I wish the tray was metal and not plastic. There is some movement when the mount is locked but it's not a deal breaker for me. All and all for the price I would recommend this Telescope but some small improvements would've made it a 5 star review.