Sky-Watcher Evostar 150ED

[william123]

Anyone have this new 150mm doublet apochromatic refractor? If so, did it reach you with its collimation intact? Any cosmetic problems? How is the optical performance?

Thank you!

William

[DJ N]

Hi William

I have had one for quite a number of months.........

http://www.iceinspace.com.au/forum/showthread.php?t=168486


At the time when I picked it up, I ensured to pick it up in person from the retailer to ensure all was in good condition.

In terms of performance..... WOW!! Certainly my sample exhibits an excellent star test. I regularly cruise along the lunar terminator with my Pentax XW 5mm with a 2.5x Powermate (600x), obviously in good seeing, and sometimes even whack in the 3.5 XW with the Powermate.

I am extremely impressed with this scope. Very minimal CA, if any at all, present on the moon or brighter stars.

From a mechanical perspective, do not seem to have any issues. The stock focuser has no issues with a 2 inch Baader diagonal and 31mm Nagler.

Hope this helps

Cheers

D