Omegon Microspeed 50/200 Finder/Guider Scope
Overview
The Omegon Microspeed 50/200 is a compact mini guide scope that fundamentally simplifies astrophotography while reducing the amount of equipment you need to carry. Unlike traditional long and heavy guide scopes, this instrument is small, lightweight, and extremely easy to use. Thanks to the high sensitivity of modern astronomical cameras, a bulky guiding system is no longer necessary - simply attach the mini finder to your telescope just as you would mount a regular finder scope.
Dual Purpose - Guide Scope and Finder Scope
The Omegon Microspeed 50/200 serves two important functions at once:
- Guide telescope for astrophotography - quickly and accurately acquires guide stars for long-exposure imaging without compromising on tracking precision.
- Large finder scope for visual observation - significantly reduces the time spent locating objects in the sky, making it a practical addition to any amateur astronomer's kit.
This versatility makes it a highly practical piece of equipment whether you are imaging deep-sky objects or simply stargazing visually.
Precision Worm-Gear Focuser
A key advantage of this telescope is the integrated worm-gear focuser with 10 mm of travel, which allows very precise and smooth focusing. The mechanism has a fixed orientation, meaning that when you focus, the attached camera or eyepiece does not rotate - and the field of view containing the guide star does not shift. This is especially important during long autoguiding sessions in astrophotography, where even a small deviation can compromise the imaging run. The milled and knurled focusing ring allows comfortable and accurate fine adjustment even when wearing gloves.
Robust Construction
The sturdy metal body is machined from black anodized aluminum, providing resistance to impacts and adverse weather conditions. The telescope looks solid - and truly is solid. The package includes matching tube rings and a Synta-style mounting plate, making attachment and removal from your telescope mount as quick and straightforward as possible. The Omegon Microspeed can be moved from one telescope to another in moments.
Universal 1.25″ Eyepiece Holder and Multi-Coated Optics
The telescope is equipped with a standard 1.25″ focuser drawtube, so you can use any eyepiece from your collection or attach an astronomical camera for autoguiding. This compatibility is a major advantage - no special accessories are required, and you can make full use of equipment you already own. The optical system features multi-layer anti-reflection coatings, ensuring a bright and high-contrast image of the guide star even under low-illumination sky conditions.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
Value |
| Aperture |
50 mm |
| Focal length |
200 mm |
| Focal ratio |
f/4 |
| Focuser type |
Worm-gear (rack-and-worm) |
| Focuser travel |
10 mm |
| Eyepiece / camera connection |
1.25″ standard |
| Optical coatings |
Multi-layer anti-reflection |
| Body material |
Black anodized aluminum |
| Mounting system |
Synta-style mounting plate with tube rings |
Ideal For
The Omegon Microspeed 50/200 is the ideal choice for astronomers who want to simplify their autoguiding setup without sacrificing tracking accuracy. Whether you are imaging distant nebulae, galaxies, or star clusters, this compact guide scope will reliably keep your guide star in frame throughout the entire exposure.
- Amateur astrophotographers looking for a lightweight and compact guiding solution
- Visual observers who need a large and bright finder scope
- Astronomers who already own 1.25″ eyepieces or astronomical cameras and want to maximize compatibility
- Anyone seeking to reduce the complexity and weight of their imaging rig without compromising performance
