Televue 60

Hello,

Anyone have opinion or experience with this telescope for astronomical observations?

Paulo

I don't have one, but I did own a TV Pronto and TV85 at one point or another. If you are wondering about the scope itself, I'd assume it has the excellent fit and finish of any Televue telescope. Excellent optics, excellent mechanical feel and sharp appearance.

My only question is, why 60mm? That is a finderscope in my opinion

Unless you plan on using it as a spotter as well, I'd move up to 85mm +. At that size, the aperture:cost ratio is better.

It's one of my favorite scopes.

Optics are impeccable- you'll be amazed. Takes magnification. With 3mm Televue Radian no signs of breakdown. Saturn is small but crystal clear. Can't say the same for many overseas scopes in this range. It's a great travel scope for me, very very compact.

But....it is a 60mm. So things are dim. The IS version is for astrophotography. The regular 60mm is for visual use- too much curvature for astrophotography. OK for birds and flowers though.
Ivan

With all respect - but this is a typical "equipment forum" thread. You will get far more responses there.

Inge S
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