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Aperture Size And Choosing Your Reflecting Telescope

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What does aperture size have to do with a reflecting telescope?

Aperture Size And Choosing Your Reflecting Telescope

When investigating a reflecting telescope to purchase, keep in mind the aperture size will have the biggest impact on what kind of stargazing experience you will have. The aperture, which is the clear diameter of your reflecting telescope's main mirror, controls the amount of light your telescope will receive. For a reflecting telescope, an aperture size of 114mm or larger starts to give you a view of the skies where you begin to see specific detail on the planets. You'll also begin to get a view of deep sky objects that you would not have the opportunity to see with smaller aperture mirrors. Telescopes in this class of aperture size can be affordable and will enrich your stargazing experience.

   

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