Sky-Watcher Evolux 82ED telescope - ED Doublet Apochromatic refractor
The Sky-Watcher Evolux 82ED is a lightweight, high-performance apochromatic refractor, ideal for wide-field astrophotography. It follows in the footsteps of the Evolux series, designed for demanding users seeking irreproachable optical quality without compromising on compactness and price.
Sky-Watcher Evolux 82ED highlights
- 82 mm apochromatic ED doublet lens
- 530 mm focal length - f/6.45 ratio
- Compact design with retractable mist guard
- Crayford 2.4″ focuser with 11:1 gear ratio
- MHTC™ coatings - transmission up to 99.5 %
- Vixen dovetail clamp fastening system
- Aluminum housing with protective foam
Perfect for imaging
Thanks to its ED lens design and high-transmission multilayer coatings, the Evolux 82ED delivers perfectly punctual stars with high contrast and no visible chromatic aberration. It is ideal for APS-C sensors and can be optimized with the reducer / corrector 0.9x (optional)which lowers the focal length to 477mm (f/5.8) while flattening the field.
Technical specifications
| Features |
Value |
| Optical type |
Apochromatic ED doublet (Air-Spaced) |
| Opening |
82 mm |
| Focal length |
530 mm |
| F/D ratio |
f/6.45 (f/5.8 with gearbox) |
| Tube weight (OTA) |
2.9 kg |
| Tube length (retracted / extended) |
416 mm / 565 mm |
| Fog screen |
Retractable |
| Focuser |
Crayford 2.4″ double speed (11:1) |
| Mounting |
Vixen dovetail necklace |
| Carrying case |
Reinforced aluminum included |
| Optional corrector |
0.9x reducer with integrated flattener (S20207) |
Excellent value for money
The Evolux 82ED is a complete solution for astrophotographers wishing to begin or improve their nomadic setup. With a high-performance optical system, an excellent level of finish and the possibility of upgrading with a suitable corrector, it represents a sure bet for all deep-sky enthusiasts.
Available now from Deep Space Astronomy.
