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Orion Optics UK AG14 Angled Finder 50mm Wide Field
Orion Optics UK AG14 Angled Finder 50mm Wide Field
Orion Optics UK AG14 Angled Finder 50mm Wide Field
Orion Optics UK AG14 Angled Finder 50mm Wide Field

Orion Optics UK AG14 Angled Finder 50mm Wide Field

by Orion Optics UK
SKU OOUK-AG14-ANGLED-FINDER-50MM-WIDE
CA$218.00 - CA$218.00
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  • 50mm Aperture
  • Angled Viewing Position
  • Fully Coated Optics
  • Integrated Crosshairs for Centering
  • Designed for Quick-Release Dovetail Shoe
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  • Orion Optics UK AG14 Angled Finder 50mm Wide Field

    The Orion Optics UK AG14 Angled Finder pairs a generous 50mm aperture with a comfortable angled viewing position, delivering bright, wide-field views that make locating guide stars and deep-sky objects straightforward, even at the zenith.

    50mm Aperture: Bright Views for Locating Faint Targets

    With a 50mm objective lens, this finder scope gathers significantly more light than standard 30mm finders, revealing fainter stars and subtle nebulae that are invisible in smaller instruments. The fully multi-coated optics ensure maximum contrast, helping you distinguish faint guide stars against the skyglow for precise GoTo alignment or manual star-hopping.

    The internal crosshairs provide a sharp reference point for perfectly centering objects in your main telescope's field of view. A 50mm aperture is an ideal balance, powerful enough to resolve members of the Virgo Cluster or pinpoint planetary nebulae without adding excessive weight to your optical tube.

    Angled Ergonomics and Quick-Release Mounting

    The angled eyepiece design eliminates the physical strain of crouching to look through a straight-through finder, a critical advantage when your telescope is pointed high overhead. This makes for a more comfortable and sustainable observing session, particularly with Schmidt-Cassegrain and refractor telescopes where the eyepiece is already at the rear.

    This finder is engineered for a dovetail shoe mounting system, which allows for quick attachment and removal from your telescope. Once aligned, it holds its position reliably, saving you valuable setup time at the beginning of each night.

    Orion Optics UK Angled vs. Straight-Through 50mm Finders

    Orion Optics UK offers two finderscopes with 50mm apertures, differing primarily in their viewing orientation. Choosing between them depends entirely on your observing style and telescope type.

    • Angled Finder (This Model): Its primary advantage is comfort. It prevents neck strain when viewing objects near the zenith and is often preferred by users of SCTs and refractors. The trade-off is a mirror-reversed image, which can make star-hopping by charts feel less intuitive for some observers.
    • Straight-Through Finder: This version's advantage is providing an upright, non-mirror-reversed image (correctly oriented). This makes navigating star charts feel more natural, like reading a map. The trade-off is physical comfort, as it can be very awkward to use when the telescope is aimed high.

  • Why use the Orion Optics UK 50mm finder on a GoTo telescope?

    Even with a GoTo system, a high-quality finder like this 50mm angled model is essential for the initial star alignment. The bright, wide field of view makes it easy to accurately center alignment stars, which directly impacts the pointing accuracy of your GoTo system for the rest of the night.

    How does the AG14 finder help when aiming my 8" SCT at an object like the Ring Nebula (M57)?

    When your 8" SCT is pointed high towards Lyra to view the Ring Nebula (M57), a straight-through finder would force you to kneel on the ground. The AG14's angled design lets you stand or sit comfortably while looking down into the eyepiece, making the process of centering this small but iconic planetary nebula far more pleasant.

    Is the image in the AG14 Angled Finder upside-down or reversed?

    Like most angled finderscopes that use a prism, the image is typically correctly oriented up-and-down but is mirror-reversed left-to-right. While this is excellent for comfort, users who navigate primarily by star-hopping from printed charts may prefer a straight-through finder which provides a fully correct image.

    What do I need to mount the AG14 finder to my telescope?

    The finder is designed to fit into a compatible dovetail shoe base. Many telescopes come with a standard finder shoe pre-installed. If your telescope does not have one, or uses a different system, you will need to purchase a compatible dovetail base separately and attach it to your optical tube.

    Can I use the AG14 50mm finder to locate the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) from my backyard?

    Yes. The 50mm aperture is more than capable of showing the bright, elongated core of the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) even from moderately light-polluted suburban skies. It provides a much more obvious target to center than a smaller stock finder, making it easier to get the galaxy in the eyepiece of your main telescope.

    Are the crosshairs in the AG14 finder illuminated?

    This finder features non-illuminated etched crosshairs. They provide a fine, dark line against the background sky for precise centering. An illuminator is not included or required for operation.

  • Model AG14 Angled finder 50mm wide field
    Note This product's specifications come from a manufacturer page shared by several variants. Figures that can differ between models (e.g., magnification, field of view, weight) may belong to another variant.

    This finder scope is typically supplied with a complete telescope package. Please check the contents of your telescope package. Mounting hardware is not included with the finder alone.

  • Orion Optics UK 1-Year Warranty