Omegon Super LE 7mm 68° 1.25″ eyepiece
If you are looking for an eyepiece that combines a wide 68° field of view with sharp, high-contrast images, the Omegon Super LE 7mm is a very compelling choice. This 8-element eyepiece delivers image quality that compares well with much more expensive alternatives - while remaining affordable. Whether you are observing fine planetary details or exploring large deep-sky objects, the 7mm focal length gives you comfortable high magnification without sacrificing viewing enjoyment.
Optical design and coatings
At the heart of this eyepiece is an 8-element optical design with full multi-coating (FMC) on all lens surfaces, covering the 400-700 nm range. This ensures maximum light transmission, keeping images bright and vivid even at higher magnifications where budget eyepieces start to fall short. Blackened lens edges effectively suppress internal reflections and stray light, resulting in noticeably improved contrast. This is especially appreciated when observing the delicate cloud bands of Jupiter or subtle tonal differences on planetary surfaces. The 68° apparent field of view is wide enough to make observing feel like looking through a spaceship window rather than a narrow tube as with older eyepiece designs.
Comfort and build quality
The eye relief reaches 20mm, and the eyepiece is fitted with large, soft rubber eyecups that fold down. This means that eyeglass wearers can observe without removing their glasses - the full field of view remains visible without any vignetting. The eyepiece body is made from black anodised aluminium with rubber grip at key points, making it easy to handle even with gloves. The design is moisture-resistant, so the eyepiece handles dewy nights under the open sky without any problems.
Key features at a glance
- 8-element optical construction
- Full multi-coating (FMC) on all lenses, 400-700 nm range
- 68° apparent field of view
- 7mm focal length
- 20mm eye relief
- 1.25″ barrel size
- Foldable soft rubber eyecups - suitable for eyeglass wearers
- Black anodised aluminium body with rubber grip
- Moisture-resistant construction
Who is this eyepiece for?
The Omegon Super LE 7mm is a well-built, thoughtfully designed eyepiece that will appeal to beginners looking for a significant upgrade from the basic eyepieces supplied with their telescope, as well as to experienced observers building a collection of eyepieces for different types of objects. The 7mm focal length is a popular choice for planetary observing and for detailed study of globular star clusters.
