For portability and low-power, wide-field viewing, look no further than the Orion GoScope 80mm Refractor Telescope. This ultra-compact, entry-level "Mini-Dob" makes a great quality first telescope for beginning stargazers. But it's not just for newbies — the GoScope 80's convenient size makes it a true "grab-and-go" telescope, perfect for the mobile interests of more experienced amateurs.

With an 80mm objective lens and 350mm focal length (f/4.3), the GoScope 80 performs rather impressively for its modest size, collecting over 30% more light than its 70mm counterpart, and over 170% more light than a 60mm refractor. The included 20mm (18x) and 10mm (35x) 1.25" eyepieces will aid in your exploration of the solar system as you observe the Moon's craters and seas, the rings of Saturn, and the moons of Jupiter. As you scan the Milky Way, you'll also delight in open and globular star clusters, as well as a nebula or two.

The tube assembly of the GoScope 80mm Refractor Telescope is attached to a stable table-top swivel base, via a quick-release dovetail mount with adjustable altitude tension. The tube can easily be removed from the base and mounted on an optional photo tripod. The small swivel base itself can also be mounted on a camera tripod with a 3/8" or 1/4"-20 threaded post.

A red-dot view finder, internal focuser (which moves the primary lens back and forth) and included 90 degree star diagonal round out the features of this compact, yet surprisingly capable, refractor telescope.

Weighs just 5.65 lbs. (with diagonal, finder and eyepiece). One-year limited warranty.