{"product_id":"explore-scientific-es-n114500-maz-nano","title":"Explore Scientific Sidara Nano 114 Telescope","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e114mm Newtonian Reflector Optics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight Nano Alt-Azimuth Mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow-Motion Controls for Precise Tracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated SkyAssist Navigation Aid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide-Field, Short Focal Length Design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eSidara Nano 114 Telescope\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Sidara Nano 114 combines a 114mm Newtonian reflector with a highly portable alt-azimuth mount, creating a grab-and-go system designed for wide-field views of deep-sky objects and simplified navigation with SkyAssist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003e114mm Aperture for Brighter Deep-Sky Views\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe 114mm primary mirror provides a significant boost in light-gathering power over typical beginner telescopes. This increased aperture makes faint deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula (M42) and the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) appear brighter and more detailed. The reflector's shorter focal length produces a wide field of view, making it easier to locate celestial targets and fit large star clusters within a single eyepiece view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eNano Alt-Az Mount for Portable, Precise Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eDesigned for portability, the Nano mount is lightweight and easy to transport, encouraging more frequent observing sessions. Despite its compact size, it includes slow-motion controls for both altitude and azimuth. This allows you to make fine adjustments and smoothly track objects as they drift across the night sky, keeping your target centered in the eyepiece without jerky movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eSkyAssist Integration for Simplified Targeting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe integrated SkyAssist system simplifies the process of finding celestial objects. This navigation aid helps you locate targets more efficiently, reducing the frustration of searching for faint fuzzies. By streamlining the finding process, SkyAssist makes the observing experience more accessible and engaging, allowing you to spend more time viewing and less time hunting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat kind of objects is the Sidara Nano 114 best for viewing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Sidara Nano 114 excels at observing large, relatively bright deep-sky objects thanks to its \u003cstrong\u003e114mm aperture\u003c\/strong\u003e and wide field of view. It's ideal for open star clusters like the Pleiades (M45), large nebulae such as the Orion Nebula (M42), and galaxies like the Andromeda Galaxy (M31).\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the Nano mount on the Sidara Nano 114 help with tracking planets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Nano mount features \u003cstrong\u003eslow-motion controls\u003c\/strong\u003e on both axes. As a planet like Jupiter or Saturn drifts across the sky due to Earth's rotation, you can turn these knobs to make fine, smooth adjustments, keeping the planet centered in your eyepiece for extended viewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Sidara Nano 114 a good telescope for travel or camping?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. The system is designed for portability. The \u003cstrong\u003elightweight design\u003c\/strong\u003e of the Nano mount and the compact optical tube make the Sidara Nano 114 easy to transport and set up, making it an excellent choice for a grab-and-go scope for trips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is SkyAssist and how does it work with the Sidara Nano 114?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkyAssist\u003c\/strong\u003e is a navigation aid integrated with the mount that simplifies locating celestial objects. It helps guide you to your target more efficiently than star-hopping alone, making it easier for observers to find objects in the night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I see details on the Moon with the Sidara Nano 114?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The 114mm aperture gathers ample light to provide bright, clear views of the Moon. You will be able to easily identify major craters, mountain ranges, and the large maria (seas) across the lunar surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill the Sidara Nano 114's wide field of view be a disadvantage for planetary viewing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWhile the wide field is excellent for deep-sky objects, it results in lower native magnification. You can still see planets like Jupiter and Saturn, but for detailed views of cloud bands or Cassini's Division, you will need to use a high-power eyepiece or a Barlow lens to increase the magnification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Explore Scientific","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52909283246365,"sku":"ES-N114500-MAZ-NANO","price":199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/ExploreScientific-Sidara-Nano-114-1_ac9f1c18-8add-461b-b9e4-5b2a1d4ccfd7.jpg?v=1789061052","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/en-us\/products\/explore-scientific-es-n114500-maz-nano","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}