Levenhuk Blitz 80s PLUS – 80/400 Refractor

Levenhuk Blitz 80s PLUS – 80/400 Refractor

The Levenhuk Blitz 80s PLUS is a compact, large-field binocular for beginners who are looking for a lightweight and easy-to-carry telescope for home or travel. This achromatic refractor With an 80 mm aperture and a 400 mm focal length, it is particularly suitable for wide-field astronomy, bright deep-sky objects, and daytime nature observation. The optics are made of glass with anti-reflective coating For a clear and high-contrast image. Thanks to the short construction and the standard 1.25 inch eyepiece holder Is this a flexible model for beginners who may want to expand later?.

What you can expect in practice

Due to the short focal length And the relatively large opening provides this telescope with a wide field of view. This makes it very suitable for viewing large star fields, open star clusters, and other prominent objects in the sky. The Moon is also nicely visible, although the emphasis with this type of telescope is less on high magnifications and more on overview. Bright planets are observable, but expect a modest level of detail compared to longer refractors or larger reflectors.

For deep-sky objects Is this model a good choice as a first large telescope? Under a dark sky, you can nicely locate bright nebulae and star clusters, although fainter objects remain visually subtle and colorless. The included eyepieces provide practical magnifications for wide-field observation. For daytime use, this telescope is also pleasant to use for Nature Observation, partly thanks to the included 45° diagonal prism.

Compact and easy to follow with an equatorial mount

The EQ1 assembly makes it possible to track objects in the sky more calmly than with a simple alt-azimuth mount. For beginners, this is an accessible way to get acquainted with equatorial observing. With the included Fine-tuning knobs You manually make fine adjustments while observing.

The viewer is provided with a counterweight for good balance on the mount. Focusing is easier with the optical viewfinder 5x24, and focusing is done by a rack and pinion focuser. The aluminium tripod is height-adjustable and equipped with an accessory tray. Thanks to its compact design, this viewer is also pleasant to take to a dark observation spot outside the city.

What we recommend

• Beginners looking for compact binoculars with a wide field of view
• Observers who primarily want to view bright deep-sky objects and wide star fields
• Users looking for a light viewer for vacation or a dark viewing spot
• Beginners who also want to do nature observation during the day

What you can see

• The Moon - Clear structures and a beautiful overview, especially at lower magnifications
• Bright planets - visible, but with limited detail
• Bright star clusters and nebulae – well suited for wide-field observation
• Nature Observation – Landscapes and Distant Objects with the 45° Diagonal Prism

Specifications

Optics

• TypeAchromatic refractor
• Opening80 mm
• Focal length: 400 mm
• Opening ratiof/5

Mounting & operation

• Type of mountEQ1
• OperationManual, with fine adjustment

Equipment

• Eyepieces: 25 mm and 6 mm
• SeekerOptical viewfinder 5×24
• Extra accessories45° diagonal prism, aluminum tripod with accessory tray, counterweight