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Which f/6.3 focal reducer?

Started by tomdisco, 06/09/2020 03:32AM
Posted 06/09/2020 03:32AM Opening Post
I'm in the process of acquiring a CPC 1100 and will want an f/6.3 reducer, both for regular viewing and binoviewing.
The most popular brand seems to be the Celestron 94175 reducer.  Unfortunately, it costs about 50% more than the apparent equivalent in Meade, Antares, etc.  Is it really 50% better or is this higher price simply something Celestron has always been able to get away with?  Opinions, please.
Posted 06/09/2020 10:25AM #1
Originally Posted by James DellaPenna
I'm in the process of acquiring a CPC 1100 and will want an f/6.3 reducer, both for regular viewing and binoviewing.
The most popular brand seems to be the Celestron 94175 reducer.  Unfortunately, it costs about 50% more than the apparent equivalent in Meade, Antares, etc.  Is it really 50% better or is this higher price simply something Celestron has always been able to get away with?  Opinions, please.
I have the Celestron version and it appears it's about $50.00 more than what I paid quite a few years ago. I see the meade is also a four element design but less expensive. I'd go with the meade. I think they're essentially the same. Still, there's a relevant thread you may want to consider:
https://stargazerslounge.com/topic/317063-celestron-f63-vs-meade-f63-focal-reducers-corrector/
Posted 06/09/2020 06:33PM #2
Thank you, Rod.  That was a very helpful discussion reference for the f/6.3's.  I appreciate it.
Jim