Why should I choose the Celestron Omni 32mm eyepiece?
The Omni 32mm is designed to give you the widest possible true field of view in a 1.25" eyepiece. This makes it the ideal "finder" eyepiece for locating objects and for observing large star clusters and nebulae that won't fit in the view of higher-power eyepieces.
Is the 22mm eye relief on the Omni 32mm good for eyeglass wearers?
Yes, 22mm is considered very generous eye relief. It allows you to hold your eye a comfortable distance from the lens and still see the entire 48° apparent field of view, making it an excellent choice if you need to observe with your glasses on.
How will the Omni 32mm perform in my 8" f/10 SCT for deep-sky observing?
It's a perfect match. In a typical 8" SCT with a 2000mm focal length, the Omni 32mm will provide low magnification (63x) and a wide true field of view of about 0.77 degrees. This is ideal for sweeping the Milky Way and for locating faint targets like the Whirlpool Galaxy (M51) before switching to higher magnification.
Will the Omni 32mm eyepiece let me see all of the Pleiades (M45) at once?
In most telescopes, yes. The Pleiades star cluster is over a degree wide. The Omni 32mm provides the widest possible field in a 1.25" barrel, so in any telescope with a focal length under about 1500mm, you should be able to frame the entire cluster beautifully in a single view.
Can I use filters like a UHC or OIII with the Omni 32mm?
Absolutely. The 1.25" barrel is threaded to accept all standard 1.25" astronomy filters. Its low power and resulting bright exit pupil make it a great choice for use with nebula filters, as it helps keep the image from becoming too dim.
What is the benefit of the 'two-step anodizing process' on the Omni 32mm?
This process creates a very durable, non-reflective matte black finish on the eyepiece's aluminum housing. Unlike eyepieces with glossy barrels, this matte surface prevents stray light from your surroundings from reflecting off the eyepiece and into your eye, which helps preserve your dark adaptation and increases image contrast.