Telescope to see up close to nebulas and galaxies

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around selecting a telescope suitable for observing nebulas and galaxies, particularly for beginners in astronomy. Participants share their experiences and opinions on specific telescope models and the challenges of viewing celestial objects from locations with varying levels of light pollution.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about the suitability of three specific Celestron telescopes for viewing nebulas and galaxies.
  • Another participant suggests that the 70mm aperture telescope may be preferable due to its larger size compared to the 50mm options.
  • Concerns are raised about the importance of a sturdy tripod for optimal viewing, regardless of the telescope's optical quality.
  • One participant emphasizes that the view of nebulae through a telescope will not resemble the vibrant images often seen in photographs, noting that only dim, fuzzy objects will be visible.
  • Another participant shares their personal experience, stating they have not been able to see nebulae with their telescope from their location.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the visibility of nebulas through telescopes, with some acknowledging limitations while others remain optimistic about the potential for observation. There is no consensus on which telescope is definitively better for viewing nebulas and galaxies.

Contextual Notes

Participants mention varying levels of light pollution in their observing locations, which may impact the visibility of celestial objects. The discussion does not resolve the implications of light pollution on telescope performance.

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Hello all, i am beginner in astronomy and want to buy a telescope (which will be my first) but don't know much about it. i am seeking for telescope to see up to nebulas and galaxy, i found some telescope on one online site, they are-
http://www.flipkart.com/celestron-t...DJYKEB7TCWKFD&icmpid=reco_pp_same_binocular_5

http://www.flipkart.com/celestron-l...DJR89JJZKHA2Y&icmpid=reco_pp_same_binocular_1

http://www.flipkart.com/celestron-t...DJYKEPNEZZGVW&icmpid=reco_pp_same_binocular_3

are these telescope able to show galaxies and nebulas ?
 
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Ravi Mandavi said:
Hello all, i am beginner in astronomy and want to buy a telescope (which will be my first) but don't know much about it. i am seeking for telescope to see up to nebulas and galaxy, i found some telescope on one online site, they are-
http://www.flipkart.com/celestron-t...DJYKEB7TCWKFD&icmpid=reco_pp_same_binocular_5

http://www.flipkart.com/celestron-l...DJR89JJZKHA2Y&icmpid=reco_pp_same_binocular_1

http://www.flipkart.com/celestron-t...DJYKEPNEZZGVW&icmpid=reco_pp_same_binocular_3

are these telescope able to show galaxies and nebulas ?

Where do you plan to observe from? Anywhere near a city?
 
I live in small town of India with small light pollution but few away km. from my house there are some places with nearly zero light pollution, so not much concerned about light pollution.
 
They are all very similar the first one 70mm aperture the other 2 are 50mm

personally I would go for the 70mm :smile:

the almost more important thing is... the one with the sturdiest (strongest) tripod
There is little to be gained with really good optics on a poor tripod that wobbles and vibrates with the slighest touch

Celestron are a good brand, they have been making scopes for a good number of years
My current main scope is a Celestron CPC 9.25"

I think anyone of those 3 would do you well and you would be able to have a good play looking around the skies and at a later date if your astronomy interest continues to grow, then you can always look at a larger scope :smile:

regards
Dave
 
Ravi Mandavi said:
I live in small town of India with small light pollution but few away km. from my house there are some places with nearly zero light pollution, so not much concerned about light pollution.

First, I want to make sure you understand the view of nebulae in a telescope is NOT anything like the pictures you see everywhere. Other than the stars in/around the nebulae, you will see dim fuzzy objects and that's it. There will be very very little detail and almost no color in anything but the brightest nebulae.

Still, I enjoy visual observing from time to time. Especially the planets and the moon, they are a real treat when visible, and not even a photograph can compare to seeing Saturn or Jupiter through a telescope yourself.
 
Ravi Mandavi said:
I live in small town of India with small light pollution but few away km. from my house there are some places with nearly zero light pollution, so not much concerned about light pollution.

Lucky you. I have the same type of scope: Celestron powerseeker 60AZ. I can never see nebulae from my place.
 

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