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Disadvantages of a Reflector Telescope

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What are the disadvantages of the reflector telescope?

Disadvantages of a Reflector Telescope

For some astronomy enthusiasts, the reflector telescope is a perfect combination of a space photography tool and a planetary observational device. However, the reflector telescope is not without drawbacks. The disadvantages of a reflector telescope include:

1. These telescopes do require a delicate hand and must be moved from place to place with great care.
2. Although the body is compact, the reflector telescope, especially the mid-sized and larger models, tends to be bulkier than the refractor telescopes.
3. Some of the reflector telescopes produce a distorted image.
4. Collimation is often a necessary task with a reflector telescope to maintain a centered view.

   

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