{"product_id":"svbony-sv182-6x30-straight-correct-image-finder-scope-with-bracket","title":"SVBONY SV182 6x30 Straight Correct-Image Finder Scope with Bracket","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6x magnification with a 30mm objective lens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide 7.5° true field of view for easy object locating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrect-image orientation matches naked-eye view\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures non-illuminated brass crosshairs for centering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight design at only 295g\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\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\u003eSvbony SV182 6x30 Finder Scope Straight Correct Image with Bracket\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Svbony SV182 6x30 Finder Scope provides a massive 7.5° true field of view for effortless object location. Its 6x magnification and 30mm objective lens gather ample light for identifying guide stars, while the 5mm exit pupil delivers a bright image. Weighing just 295g, this straight-through finder offers an intuitive correct-image orientation, matching exactly what you see with your naked eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6x30 Optics with a 7.5° Field of View\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SV182 finder combines 6x magnification with a 30mm aperture, a classic configuration for balancing light grasp and field of view. The expansive 7.5° true field makes it simple to sweep large areas of the sky, allowing you to \"star-hop\" from a bright, known star to your faint target with confidence. Fully multi-coated (FMC) lenses with blackened edges maximize contrast, ensuring guide stars stand out clearly against the background sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCorrect-Image View: Intuitive Star-Hopping at 6x\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike standard astronomical finders that show an upside-down and reversed image, the SV182 presents a \"correct-image\" view. This means up is up and left is left, just as you see on a star chart or with your unaided eye. This intuitive orientation eliminates the mental gymnastics of translating movements, making it significantly easier to navigate the sky. Once your target is near the center, the fine brass crosshairs allow for precise alignment in your main telescope's eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eX-Y Spring Bracket for Quick, Stable Alignment at 295g\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included X-Y spring-type bracket simplifies the alignment process. Two nylon-tipped adjustment screws push the finder against a spring-loaded plunger, allowing for fine, controlled movements without marring the finder's finish. This design holds collimation securely once set. Focusing is achieved by rotating the objective lens cell, and at a total weight of just 295g, the SV182 adds minimal load to your telescope setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSV182 Correct-Image vs. Standard Inverted Finderscopes: A Clear Advantage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor astronomers learning the sky, the primary benefit of the SV182 is its correct-image orientation. Here’s how it compares to a traditional finder:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Inverted Finder's Advantage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional finders use a simpler optical path, which can sometimes result in slightly brighter images at the same aperture. They are a long-standing standard that many experienced observers are accustomed to.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSvbony SV182's Advantage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The SV182's intuitive view is a game-changer. When you move your telescope up, the view in the finder also moves up. This direct 1-to-1 correspondence between your movement and the finder's view makes locating objects faster and far less frustrating than learning to reverse every motion in your head.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat makes the Svbony SV182 finder scope good for beginners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe key feature for beginners is its \u003cstrong\u003ecorrect-image orientation\u003c\/strong\u003e. Unlike typical finderscopes that show an upside-down and backward view, the SV182 shows the sky exactly as you see it with your naked eye. This makes navigating from star to star using a chart much more intuitive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the SV182's 7.5° field of view help when finding the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) with an 8\" SCT?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn 8\" SCT has a very narrow field of view, making it hard to locate large objects like the Andromeda Galaxy (M31). The SV182's wide \u003cstrong\u003e7.5° field\u003c\/strong\u003e allows you to easily fit M31 and its surrounding guide stars within a single view, making it simple to center the galaxy before switching to the high-magnification view of your main telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Svbony SV182's reticle illuminated?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, the \u003cstrong\u003ebrass crosshairs\u003c\/strong\u003e in the SV182 are not illuminated. They are fine enough for precise centering on stars and are visible against the night sky background under most conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow do I focus the Svbony SV182 finder scope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SV182 uses an \u003cstrong\u003eobjective thread focusing\u003c\/strong\u003e mechanism. You achieve a sharp focus by carefully rotating the main objective lens housing at the front of the finder scope until the crosshairs and the stars are simultaneously crisp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill the Svbony SV182 6x30 optics be bright enough to see guide stars for aligning on Polaris?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The \u003cstrong\u003e30mm objective lens\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e6x magnification\u003c\/strong\u003e are sufficient to show Polaris and the nearby faint stars required for precise polar alignment, even from moderately light-polluted skies. The fully multi-coated optics enhance light transmission to make these stars easier to see.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the benefit of the X-Y spring-type bracket on the SV182?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe X-Y spring-type bracket simplifies alignment. Instead of needing to adjust three or six screws, you only use two primary adjustment screws. These push the finder against a spring-loaded pin, creating smooth, responsive movements that make it quick and easy to align the finder with your main telescope's view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSVBONY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight-through Correct-Image Finder Scope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eObjective Lens Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrue Field of View\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.5°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImage Orientation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorrect Image (Upright \u0026amp; Non-Reversed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLens Coating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFully Multi-Coated (FMC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eObjective Structure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-Elements in 1 Group\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReticle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrass Crosshairs (Non-Illuminated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocusing Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eObjective Thread Focusing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Bracket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eX-Y Spring Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEye Relief\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExit Pupil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLens Edge Treatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlackened\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable Focus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e295g \/ 0.65 lbs \/ 10.41 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/svbony-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSVBONY 1-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SVBONY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52861232775453,"sku":"SV-W9141B","price":60.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/SVBONY-SV182-6x30-Finder-Scope-Straight-Correct-Image-with-Bracket-1_2749ddaa-3347-4c6e-bf54-e721a759ad1b.jpg?v=1788883429","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/fr\/products\/svbony-sv182-6x30-straight-correct-image-finder-scope-with-bracket","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}