Brand: SharpStar

SharpStar 61EDPHIII Premium APO S Triplet Refractor (61EDPHIII)

61EDPHIII

Brand: SharpStar

SharpStar 61EDPHIII Premium APO S Triplet Refractor (61EDPHIII)

61EDPHIII

The generation III 61EDPH moves the series one more step towards perfection in the 270-360mm focal length. It's a great choice for anyone looking for a compact light weight package with uncompromised image quality.

The 61EDPH series has long been popular with astrophotography amateurs, in order to have a better user experience for users, Sharpstar has optimized the 61EDPH Ⅱ and launched a new version - 61EDPH Ⅲ. 61EDPH Ⅲ has more diverse functions and greater performance. It is a great choice that can't be missed by astrophotographers.

  • Now available with optional Full Frame Flattener and Full Frame Reducer
  • Redesign and uncompromised Triplet Air Spaced APO lens design - with Two ED Glass Elements
  • Support for full-frame image circle
  • 360mm focal length
  • 61mm aperture
  • F/5.9 Focal Ratio
  • Light weight and compact design at 1.48kg (3.3 lbs)
  • 2.5" rack and pinion focuser
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Why we love the SharpStar 61EDPHIII Premium APO S Triplet Refractor (61EDPHIII)

We've always loved the 61edph series. It's all round performance is undeniable. So when SharpStar says they are making upgrades, we are listening! A quick run down of the biggest improvements:

  • Upgraded from 1 to 2 elements of low dispersion ED glass for vastly improved imaging
  • Focal length is slightly longer at 360mm compared to 335mm if gen II
  • Upgrade handle with universal vixen-style
  • Comes with a 200mm long vixen dovetail
  • New reducers and flatteners are now available for gen III, giving photographers more flexibility in their focal lengths

This is a great choice for anyone looking to get a small imaging scope in the 270-360mm focal length. Always has been, now it's even more so!

Product Description

Please note that EDPHII has been discontinued. Generation III is the new official 61EDPH

The new 61EDPH Ⅲ still has high-quality optical standards like before and adopts a triplet air-spaced APO design. Compared to the 61EDPHⅡ, it upgraded to two pieces of low dispersion ED glass for more excellent imaging performance. It not only can be applied to visual observation, but also can provide higher-quality astrophotography. 61EDPH Ⅲ has a focal length of 360mm, a focal ratio of 5.9, and supports the 44mm full-frame image circle. It is a high-quality portable telescope.

The 61EDPH Ⅲ upgraded the handle of the 61EDPHⅡ to a multifunctional handle, which can be connected to the universal vixen-style finder base. In addition, the 61EDPHⅢ is equipped with a 200mm long vixen dovetail plate, easier to connect to the equatorial mounts and accessories, and makes the OTA easier to balance on the mount. The appearance has smooth and natural lines, with the classic red and white color scheme, very simple and generous. The tube uses high-quality CNC machining, high-grade surface painting, and polished oxidation, elaborate and durable.

The special full-frame reducer of 61EDPH Ⅲ: One end of the thread is M68 × 1, connected to the primary lens focuser; the other end of the thread is M48 × 0.75 and has a built-in 2" filter thread. The back focus is 55mm. If it needs to be extended, the adapter can be screwed down to reveal the M54 × 0.75 male thread, and the back focus becomes 75mm. The focuser adopts a quadruplet air-spaced structure, supporting full-frame imaging. With the reducer, the focal ratio of 61EDPHⅢ reduced to F4.4 and the focal length reduced to 270mm, is the first choice for deep sky astrophotography.

In addition, 61EDPH Ⅲ is also equipped with a special full-frame flattener, providing users with more options. The flattener: One end of the thread is M68 × 1, connected to the primary lens focuser; the other end of the thread is M48 × 0.75 and has a built-in 2" filter thread. The back focus is 55mm. If it needs to be extended, the adapter can be screwed down to reveal the M54 × 0.75 male thread, and the back focus becomes 81.5mm. The flattener adopts a triplet air-spaced structure, the peripheral light reduction control is excellent, can effectively improve the curvature of the field, improve the corner image quality, and reduce aberrations, so that users can take clearer astronomical photos.

The new F5.9 61EDPH Ⅲ has comprehensive upgrades on the primary lens, exterior design, and accessories, it is a telescope with high performance and versatility to meet the shooting needs of different users and provide a better shooting experience.

What can I see with a SharpStar 61EDPHIII Premium APO S Triplet Refractor (61EDPHIII)?

Here are some simulated views of common objects. Results with your telescope will vary with viewing conditions, obrits, equipment and more.

Jupiter with

25mm Eyepiece - 14x Magnification

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Jupiter with

10mm Eyepiece - 36x Magnification

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Jupiter with

5mm Eyepiece - 72x Magnification

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Moon with 25mm Eyepiece

14x Magnification

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Moon with 10mm Eyepiece

36x Magnification

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Moon with 5mm Eyepiece

72x Magnification

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Andromeda with 36mm Eyepiece

10x Magnification

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Andromeda with 25mm Eyepiece

14x Magnification

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Andromeda with 10mm Eyepiece

36x Magnification

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What's in the Box

  • Optical Tube Assembly
  • One tube ring
  • One dovetail plate
  • One handle

Specifications

Aperture Size 61mm
Focal Length 360mm
Limiting visual Magnitude 10.7
Focal Ratio f/5.9
Resolution 1.93 arc seconds
Tube Length 272mm (When contracted)
Tube Outer Diameter 75mm
Net Weight 1.48kg
Gross Weight 1.92kg
Objective Lens Triplet air-spaced APO (including an ED glass)

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