N 114/500: Wide-angle telescope for stargazing
This telescope is a master of large fields of view. Its short focal length offers breathtaking rich-field observations of extensive star clusters, nebulae and the Milky Way. Thanks to the high-quality parabolic mirrors, you can enjoy a sharpness that is unrivalled in this class. A telescope for anyone who prefers to enjoy the sky in large format.
Advantages at a glance:
- Parabolic primary mirror: razor-sharp stars right to the edge of the field of view
- Huge field of view: The short focal length of 500 mm makes this telescope ideal for observation of large, extended celestial objects.
- Bright and compact: despite its 114 mm aperture, the tube is very short, light and portable.
- Buttery-smooth focusing: The Crayford focuser ensures precise and wobble-free focusing of your observation objects.
- Quick to set up: The telescope is quick to assemble and adjust, so you can spend more time on observation and less time on preparation.
The sky in widescreen format: the rich-field experience
What does "rich field" mean? It means that you can see a huge section of the sky at once. Telescopes with a long focal length act like a telephoto lens: they magnify very strongly. The Omegon N 114/500, on the other hand, is like a wide-angle lens. It allows you to wander through the star fields of the Milky Way and admire open star clusters such as the Pleiades in all their glory. Tip: However, the field of view also depends heavily on the eyepiece. So if you need high magnification, you can achieve this with a short focal length eyepiece.
Quality you can see: the parabolic mirror
We make no compromises on quality with this wide-angle specialist either. At its heart is a precision-crafted parabolic primary mirror. Unlike the simple spherical mirrors found in many other entry-level telescopes, it focuses the light precisely at a single point. The result is razor-sharp stars across the entire, huge field of view. You will notice the difference immediately: the stars are fine, defined points.
Focus on the point: the Crayford focuser
The telescope has a modern Crayford focuser. It helps you to perfectly adjust the sharpness of the high-quality mirrors. Thanks to the ball bearings, it moves smoothly and without wobbling. This makes focusing easy and pleasant: a big advantage when photographing the moon, for example. In addition, all 1.25-inch eyepieces are compatible, whether from this or another manufacturer.
EQ Neo: the lightweight equatorial mount for the perfect introduction to astronomy
A good mount is the foundation of any successful stargazing experience. The Omegon EQ Neo has been specially developed for beginners who value stability and precise tracking right from the start. Unlike azimuthal mounts, where you have to move the telescope along two axes simultaneously, this equatorial mount allows you to track the stars with just a single movement. This makes observation more relaxed, more successful and a real pleasure.
Advantages at a glance:
- Easy tracking: Follow the stars with just a single control knob and keep celestial objects effortlessly in the eyepiece.
- Stable: The robust stainless-steel tripod ensures a vibration-free mount and a steady image.
- Fine adjustment: Thanks to the worm gear on both axes, you can easily keep celestial objects in your field of view.
- Universally compatible: Thanks to the Vixen-style prism clamp, you can mount a wide variety of telescope tubes securely and quickly.
- Lightweight and portable: The mount can be dismantled quickly and is easy to transport to your favourite observing spot.
- Everything within easy reach: The practical accessory tray provides space for your eyepieces, filters and star charts.
The secret of the parallactic mount
Our Earth rotates, and that is precisely what makes the observation of the stars a challenge. Celestial objects move slowly but steadily across the sky. A parallactic mount such as the EQ Neo compensates for this rotation of the Earth in a brilliantly simple way. Once aligned with the North Star, you only need to rotate your telescope around a single axis (the right ascension axis) to keep any object in your field of view. This is not only more convenient, but also essential for astrophotography with longer exposure times.
Stability that pays off: the stainless steel tripod
What use is the best optics if the image wobbles every time you touch it? The EQ Neo rests on a stable, height-adjustable stainless steel tripod. It offers significantly greater rigidity than the often wobbly aluminium tripods found in other beginner’s kits. The result is a steadier image and a more relaxed observation experience. The rubber feet ensure a secure footing on any surface and can be removed for use on uneven terrain to make use of the spikes underneath.
Precision in the details: the worm gear
Another advantage of the EQ Neo is its improved gear mechanism. Instead of a simple, limited range of adjustment, an enclosed worm gear system is used. Not only is it protected from dust and moisture, but it also allows for unlimited and precise fine movement along the declination axis. Together with the flexible shafts for manual fine adjustment, this makes precisely centring an object in the eyepiece a breeze.
Omegon Accessory Box: What good is the best telescope without the right accessories?
With the Omegon accessory box, you get a coordinated set of equipment that makes getting started as easy as possible. Instead of laboriously searching for individual eyepieces and adaptors, you get everything you need for your first observations and even your first moon photos. And all in a quality that exceeds the standard. What do you need to get started? Something that will allow you to make impressive observations right away. This includes two eyepieces for low and medium magnifications. Sometimes you want to get even closer to the action. That's exactly what the included 2x barlow lens is for. It simply plugs between the eyepiece and the telescope and doubles the magnification of the respective eyepiece. An LED finder is extremely important for quickly searching for and finding objects. A red glowing dot in the darkness shows you exactly where to look. You will soon realise that this inconspicuous component is just as important as your telescope. And with the extension tube, you can always find the right focus level.
Your smartphone becomes an astro camera
Perhaps the most exciting part of the accessory set is the smartphone adapter. It allows you to attach your own mobile phone directly to the eyepiece and take photos of what you are observing. Capture the cratered landscapes of the Moon or photograph Jupiter and its moons. The included Bluetooth remote shutter release ensures blur-free images. Share your fascination with the starry sky with your family and friends. It couldn't be easier.
Scope of delivery:
- Telescope with mount and tripod
- LED finder
- Plössl eyepiece 25 mm (1.25")
- Plössl eyepiece 10 mm (1.25")
- 2x barlow lens
- Extender
- smartphone adapter
- Bluetooth remote shutter release
