BRESSER Messier MC-152/1900 Hexafoc EXOS-1

BRESSER Messier MC-152/1900 Hexafoc EXOS-1

Product Highlights

• Advanced Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope with mount and tripod
• 152mm Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope with lightweight mount
• Diameter (D): 152mm; Focal length (F): 1900mm; F/D ratio: f/12.5
• Equatorial EXOS-1 Mount, supports up to 7 kg
• Optional tracking motor available

Product Information

The BRESSER Messier MC-152/1900 Hexafoc EXOS-1 is a versatile telescope designed for both night and solar observations. Its compact optics and low weight make it highly portable and ideal for mobile use. The 152mm aperture allows for detailed observation of celestial objects, including bright nebulas and galaxies.

Key Features

Optics:

• High-quality BRESSER Maksutov-Cassegrain optics
• Ideal for observing planets, double stars, and planetary nebulae
• Highest practical power: 300x
• Excellent focuser (65mm diameter)
• 6x30 straight-through viewfinder with reticle
• Includes a smartphone camera adapter for sky navigation
• Cradle rings with handle and integrated piggyback camera holder (1/4 thread)

Mount:

• Stable parallactic mount with fine drive on both axes
• Circular bubble level for easy alignment
• Stable, height-adjustable stainless steel tripod
• Retrofittable with a tracking motor for the right ascension axis
• Pole height scale for latitude settings
• Scaled graduated circular rings for easier object location using star atlas or planetarium software

Included Accessories

• Optical Tube Assembly, Maksutov-Cassegrain 152/1900
• High-quality aperture solar-filter for safe observation of sunspots, eclipses, and planetary transits
• 26mm Super Plössl eyepiece (31.7mm / 1.25")
• Integrated 31.7mm and T2 adapter
• Adapter for 50.8mm (2")
• Mounting ring (compatible with EXOS and similar mounts)
• Handle with camera holder
• Smartphone adapter for celestial navigation
• 6x30 Viewfinder
• Astronomy PC software Stellarium
• Rotatable star map
• 1 x 4.5kg counterweight
• EXOS 1 German equatorial mount with stainless steel tube field tripod

Technical Specifications

Optical System:

• Design: Maksutov-Cassegrain
• Objective lens diameter: 152mm
• Focal length: 1900mm
• Aperture ratio: f/12.5
• Eyepiece diameter: 31.7mm (1.25") and 50.8mm (2")
• Multi-coated optics
• Focus Group: Advanced Amateurs, Beginners

Mount:

• Type: German/Equatorial Mount
• Material tripod: Stainless Steel
• Fine movements: Manual (RA and DEC)
• Total weight incl. counterweight: 13.2kg

Conclusion

The BRESSER Messier MC-152/1900 Hexafoc EXOS-1 is ideal for advanced amateurs and beginners seeking high-quality optics and robust construction. Its adaptability for both night and solar observation makes it a valuable addition to any astronomer’s toolkit.