Telescope to see up close to nebulas and galaxies

In summary: But, I can see very well the planets, moon, and stars in my city.personally I would go for the 70mm :smile:
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Ravi Mandavi
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Hello all, i am beginner in astronomy and want to buy a telescope (which will be my first) but don't know much about it. i am seeking for telescope to see up to nebulas and galaxy, i found some telescope on one online site, they are-
http://www.flipkart.com/celestron-t...DJYKEB7TCWKFD&icmpid=reco_pp_same_binocular_5

http://www.flipkart.com/celestron-l...DJR89JJZKHA2Y&icmpid=reco_pp_same_binocular_1

http://www.flipkart.com/celestron-t...DJYKEPNEZZGVW&icmpid=reco_pp_same_binocular_3

are these telescope able to show galaxies and nebulas ?
 
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Ravi Mandavi said:
Hello all, i am beginner in astronomy and want to buy a telescope (which will be my first) but don't know much about it. i am seeking for telescope to see up to nebulas and galaxy, i found some telescope on one online site, they are-
http://www.flipkart.com/celestron-t...DJYKEB7TCWKFD&icmpid=reco_pp_same_binocular_5

http://www.flipkart.com/celestron-l...DJR89JJZKHA2Y&icmpid=reco_pp_same_binocular_1

http://www.flipkart.com/celestron-t...DJYKEPNEZZGVW&icmpid=reco_pp_same_binocular_3

are these telescope able to show galaxies and nebulas ?

Where do you plan to observe from? Anywhere near a city?
 
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I live in small town of India with small light pollution but few away km. from my house there are some places with nearly zero light pollution, so not much concerned about light pollution.
 
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They are all very similar the first one 70mm aperture the other 2 are 50mm

personally I would go for the 70mm :smile:

the almost more important thing is... the one with the sturdiest (strongest) tripod
There is little to be gained with really good optics on a poor tripod that wobbles and vibrates with the slighest touch

Celestron are a good brand, they have been making scopes for a good number of years
My current main scope is a Celestron CPC 9.25"

I think anyone of those 3 would do you well and you would be able to have a good play looking around the skies and at a later date if your astronomy interest continues to grow, then you can always look at a larger scope :smile:

regards
Dave
 
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Ravi Mandavi said:
I live in small town of India with small light pollution but few away km. from my house there are some places with nearly zero light pollution, so not much concerned about light pollution.

First, I want to make sure you understand the view of nebulae in a telescope is NOT anything like the pictures you see everywhere. Other than the stars in/around the nebulae, you will see dim fuzzy objects and that's it. There will be very very little detail and almost no color in anything but the brightest nebulae.

Still, I enjoy visual observing from time to time. Especially the planets and the moon, they are a real treat when visible, and not even a photograph can compare to seeing Saturn or Jupiter through a telescope yourself.
 
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Ravi Mandavi said:
I live in small town of India with small light pollution but few away km. from my house there are some places with nearly zero light pollution, so not much concerned about light pollution.

Lucky you. I have the same type of scope: Celestron powerseeker 60AZ. I can never see nebulae from my place.
 

Related to Telescope to see up close to nebulas and galaxies

1. What is the purpose of a telescope for viewing nebulas and galaxies?

A telescope is a scientific instrument used to magnify and enhance the visibility of distant objects in the night sky, such as nebulas and galaxies. It allows scientists to study these objects in detail and gain a better understanding of their properties and formation.

2. How does a telescope work to see up close to nebulas and galaxies?

A telescope collects and focuses light from distant objects using a combination of lenses and mirrors. This magnifies the image and makes it appear closer and brighter, allowing scientists to study the faint details of nebulas and galaxies.

3. What makes a telescope effective for viewing nebulas and galaxies?

The effectiveness of a telescope for viewing nebulas and galaxies depends on several factors, including the size and quality of its lenses or mirrors, its magnification power, and its ability to gather and focus light. The larger and more advanced the telescope, the better its capabilities for viewing these distant objects.

4. Can a telescope on Earth see nebulas and galaxies as well as a telescope in space?

Telescopes on Earth can see nebulas and galaxies, but they are limited by atmospheric interference and light pollution. Telescopes in space, such as the Hubble Space Telescope, do not have these limitations and can provide clearer and more detailed images of these objects.

5. What are some notable nebulas and galaxies that can be seen with a telescope?

There are many notable nebulas and galaxies that can be seen with a telescope, including the Orion Nebula, the Eagle Nebula, the Whirlpool Galaxy, and the Andromeda Galaxy. These objects have unique features and characteristics that make them popular targets for scientific observation and study.

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