





Fluorostar 156
A premium apochromatic refractor designed for both avid stargazers and serious astrophotographers. This telescope features a 156mm aperture and a 1217mm focal length (f/7.8), engineered for precision and durability. The Fluorostar 156 APO excels in delivering crisp, color-corrected visuals, thanks to its advanced triplet lens system incorporating FPL-53 glass and a Lanthanum element.
Robust and reliable, the telescope boasts a sturdy steel objective cell that mitigates thermal expansion and maintains alignment under varying temperatures, ensuring consistent high performance. Aesthetically, it is available in three stunning finishes: vibrant red, elegant gold, and modern space grey, each complementing the sleek white tube.
For those eager to capture the cosmos, the Fluorostar 156 APO is equipped with a 3.7" Rack & Pinion Focuser for seamless, precise focusing adjustments. This model comes standard with a unique Bahtinov Mask integrated into the dust cover for flawless focusing, three anodized CNC-made tube rings, and a robust Losmandy-type dovetail bar for secure mounting and enhanced versatility.
Whether exploring celestial wonders or capturing them for posterity, the William Optics Fluorostar 156 APO stands as a superior choice for dedicated astronomers.
Pairs well with
- Lens Type
- Triplet Apochromatic Prime Lens
- Focal Length
- 1217 mm
- Diameter
- 156 mm
- Focal Ratio
- f/7.8
- Image circle
- > 44mm
- Focuser
- 3.7" R&P Focuser
- Compatible with EAF
- Adapter Included
- M92 Rotator
- M92 → 2" RotoLock
- Optional Flattener
- FLAT68III 1.0x
- FLAT7A 0.8x
- Ultra Flat 0.79x
- FLAT8 0.72x
- Camera Format
- Full Frame
- APS-C
- M4/3
- Tube Length
- 1120 mm - 1330 mm
- OTA Weight
- 17 kg / 37.48 lbs
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