Orion StarShoot Mini 32 mm Guidescope
Orion StarShoot Mini 32 mm Guidescope
The Orion StarShoot 32 mm Mini Guide Scope is a lightweight and compact solution for accurate autoguiding in astrophotography. Weighing just 9 oz. and measuring 5.7" long, this guide scope is perfect for keeping your imaging setup light while ensuring precise tracking. Featuring a 32 mm doublet objective lens with a 122 mm focal length (f/3.8), it provides a wide field of view, making it easy for your guiding software to lock onto stars. The dovetail base fits most Orion telescope finder shoes, and its 6-point ring adjustment screws allow for independent aiming, though with today’s sensitive autoguiders, adjustments are rarely needed. Focusing is simple with a threaded objective lens cell that locks in place to maintain focus between sessions.
Designed for versatility, the StarShoot Mini Guide Scope includes a 1.25" visual back with a brass compression ring and a C-mount adapter, allowing compatibility with various guide cameras. The maximum back focus of approximately 24mm, with an additional 13 mm of forward adjustment, ensures compatibility with a wide range of cameras. Once set up, this guide scope becomes a "set-it-and-forget-it" tool, eliminating the need to refocus or search for guide stars frequently. Whether you're using a short focal length, fast imaging telescope or simply looking to reduce weight in your astrophotography rig, the StarShoot 32 mm Mini Guide Scope is an essential addition to your setup.