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SVBONY SV502 Astronomy Telescope for Kids
SVBONY SV502 Astronomy Telescope for Kids
SVBONY SV502 Astronomy Telescope for Kids

SVBONY SV502 Astronomy Telescope for Kids

by SVBONY
SKU SV-F9350A
$44.71 - $44.71
$44.71
$44.71 - $44.71
$44.71
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  • 50mm Refractor Telescope
  • 360mm Focal Length (f/7.2)
  • Includes K20mm Eyepiece
  • 5x20 Optical Viewfinder
  • 45-Degree Correct-Image Prism for Upright Views
  • Adjustable Table-top Aluminum Tripod
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  • In the Box
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  • Warranty

  • SVBONY SV502 Astronomy Telescope for Kids

    The SVBONY SV502 Astronomy Telescope is designed to be a child's first gateway to the cosmos, combining a 50mm aperture with a 360mm focal length for bright, wide-field views of the Moon. Its f/7.2 optical system, paired with the included K20mm eyepiece, is perfectly suited for exploring lunar craters and bright star clusters. The package includes a 5x20 optical viewfinder to help locate targets, and its 45-degree erect image prism ensures views are upright and correct, making it intuitive for young observers.

    50mm Refractor Optics: A First Look at the Moon's Craters

    The SV502's 50mm refractor lens is an ideal size for introducing a young astronomer to our closest celestial neighbor. This aperture gathers enough light to resolve distinct craters, mountains, and seas on the Moon's surface, transforming it from a flat disc into a detailed, three-dimensional world. The 360mm focal length and K20mm eyepiece work together to provide a low-power, wide field of view, making it easy for a child to find the Moon and keep it in view.

    45-Degree Correct-Image Prism: Intuitive Day and Night Viewing

    Unlike standard astronomical telescopes that present an inverted or mirror-reversed image, the SVBONY SV502 includes a 45-degree erect image prism. This crucial component ensures that what you see through the eyepiece matches the view with your naked eyes—up is up, and left is left. This makes navigating the sky far more intuitive for a beginner and allows the telescope to double as a daytime spotting scope for observing birds, boats, or distant landscapes from a porch or window.

    • Tool-Free Setup: The telescope and its adjustable table-top aluminum tripod can be assembled in minutes without any tools, allowing for spontaneous observing sessions.
    • 5x20 Finderscope: The included optical viewfinder provides 5x magnification to help locate objects in the sky before viewing them through the main telescope.
    • Standard 1.25" Focuser: The 1.25" prism diagonal accepts standard astronomy eyepieces, offering a path for future exploration with different magnifications.

  • What can a child actually see with the SVBONY SV502 telescope?

    The SVBONY SV502 is designed primarily for the Moon. A child will be able to see hundreds of craters, lunar maria (the dark "seas"), and mountain ranges. It can also show the four brightest moons of Jupiter as tiny star-like points, the phases of Venus, and bright open star clusters like the Pleiades (M45).

    Is the SVBONY SV502 a good telescope for looking at planets like Saturn?

    While you can see Saturn as a small, non-circular point of light, the SV502's 50mm aperture and low-power eyepiece are not sufficient to clearly resolve its rings. The telescope is optimized for wide, bright views of the Moon rather than high-magnification planetary detail.

    Can we use the SVBONY SV502 for daytime bird watching?

    Yes, absolutely. The included 45-degree erect image prism is the key feature for daytime use. It provides a correctly oriented, upright image, so the SV502 functions just like a small spotting scope. The table-top tripod is perfect for setting up on a deck railing or picnic table.

    How does the 5x20 viewfinder on the SVBONY SV502 work?

    The viewfinder is a small, low-power telescope that attaches to the main tube. It has a much wider field of view, making it easier to find and center an object like the Moon. Once you center the Moon in the viewfinder's crosshairs, it will be visible in the main eyepiece.

    Is the SVBONY SV502 telescope difficult for a child to set up and use?

    No, it's designed for simplicity. The setup is tool-free and takes only a few minutes. The table-top tripod is lightweight and easy to manage. The main challenge for a child will be learning to use the viewfinder, which is a great first skill in astronomy.

    Can I use different eyepieces with the SVBONY SV502 to get more magnification?

    Yes. The telescope uses a standard 1.25" zenith mirror (prism), which means it is compatible with the vast majority of standard 1.25" astronomy eyepieces. Using a shorter focal length eyepiece (like a 10mm) would increase the magnification for closer views, though the 50mm aperture will limit the practical upper magnification limit.

  • Optical System Refractive
    Aperture 50mm
    Focal Length 360mm
    Focal Ratio F7.2
    Viewfinder 5x20 Optical
    Eyepiece K20mm
    Zenith Mirror 45-Degree Erect Image Prism 1.25"
    Tripod Adjustable Table-top Aluminum
    Color Orange

    • Download Manual

    • SV502 Telescope OTA

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    • K20mm Eyepiece (1.25")

      × 1

    • 45-Degree Erect Image Prism (1.25")

      × 1

    • 5x20 Optical Viewfinder

      × 1

    • Adjustable Table-top Tripod

      × 1

    • Lens Cap

      × 1

    • Dust Plug

      × 1

  • SVBONY 1-Year Warranty