{"product_id":"starizona-hyperstar-14","title":"Starizona HyperStar 14 v4","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConverts Celestron C14 telescopes to an f\/2 optical system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e715 mm focal length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25× faster imaging than the native f\/10 focal ratio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.45° coma-free, flat field of view\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminates sensors up to 43 mm diagonal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with standard C14 and EdgeHD 14 optical tubes\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\u003eHyperStar 14 v4\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe HyperStar 14 v4 replaces the secondary mirror on a Fastar-compatible Celestron C14, transforming the telescope from a slow f\/10 planetary instrument into an incredibly fast f\/2 astrograph with a 715 mm focal length. This conversion makes the system 25× faster, enabling you to capture deep-sky objects in a fraction of the time and often without the need for autoguiding. The optical system delivers a wide 3.45° field of view that fully illuminates sensors up to a 43 mm diagonal, making it ideal for today's large-format CMOS and CCD cameras.\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\u003eFrom f\/10 to f\/2: An Imaging System 25× Faster\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eBy converting your C14 to an f\/2 system, the HyperStar 14 gathers light 25 times faster than at the native f\/10. An exposure that would take nearly an hour at f\/10 can be completed in just a couple of minutes at f\/2. This dramatic speed increase makes autoguiding optional for many targets, simplifying your imaging setup and reducing the impact of tracking errors or periodic mount variations.\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\u003eA 3.45° Coma-Free Field for 43mm Sensors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe HyperStar 14 lens assembly produces a wide, flat, and coma-free imaging circle that covers a 3.45° patch of sky. This field is large enough to illuminate full-frame sensors up to 43 mm in diagonal, ensuring pinpoint stars from edge to edge without vignetting. You can now frame enormous targets like the entire North American Nebula (NGC 7000) or the full expanse of the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) in a single shot with your C14.\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\u003eFlexible Integration: 17.5mm Backfocus and Optional Filter Slider\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe HyperStar 14 is designed for modern astrophotography cameras. The standard camera adapter is threaded for M42 and is precisely machined for cameras requiring 17.5 mm of backfocus. This adapter also accepts a single 2-inch mounted filter, perfect for a one-shot-color camera with a light pollution or dual-band filter. For monochrome imagers or those who need to swap filters during a session, an optional Filter Slider accessory is available, which includes both M42 and M54 male threaded plates.\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\u003eEngineered for C14 \u0026amp; EdgeHD 14: Collimation, Rotation, and Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eDesigned and manufactured in the U.S.A., the HyperStar 14 v4 is built for both standard C14 SCTs and EdgeHD 14 optical tubes using the included adapter ring. The lens assembly features independent camera rotation for easy framing and user-adjustable collimation to ensure perfect optical alignment. Installation is straightforward: simply unthread your telescope's secondary mirror and thread the HyperStar in its place. A holder for your secondary mirror is included for safe storage.\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 telescopes are compatible with the HyperStar 14 v4?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe HyperStar 14 v4 is compatible with any factory Fastar-compatible Celestron C14 SCT. It works on both the standard C14 and the EdgeHD 14 models by using the included EdgeHD Adapter Ring. Older, non-Fastar C14 telescopes can also be made compatible by installing a conversion kit (sold separately).\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDo I need the optional Filter Slider to use filters with the HyperStar 14?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. The standard camera adapter that ships with the HyperStar 14 includes threads to mount one 2-inch (M48) filter. This is ideal for using a broadband, dual-band, or IR-cut filter with a one-shot color camera. The optional Filter Slider is an upgrade designed for those who need to change multiple filters easily during an imaging session, such as monochrome imagers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs focusing difficult with the f\/2 HyperStar 14 system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFocusing at f\/2 is more critical than at f\/10, but it is not difficult with modern tools. Using a Bahtinov mask, an electronic autofocuser, or focusing software that displays FWHM values will allow you to achieve sharp focus. The fast focal ratio also makes correct backfocus essential, which is why HyperStar adapters are machined to precise tolerances for a specific 17.5 mm distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the HyperStar 14 v4 handle backfocus for my camera?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe HyperStar 14 ships with a standard camera adapter designed for the common \u003cstrong\u003e17.5 mm backfocus\u003c\/strong\u003e distance used by many popular cooled astronomy cameras. This means no spacers are required for these cameras. If your camera has a different backfocus requirement or thread size, other adapters are available separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I image the entire Andromeda Galaxy (M31) with a HyperStar 14 v4 on a C14?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. The Andromeda Galaxy is approximately 3 degrees across. The HyperStar 14 provides a wide \u003cstrong\u003e3.45° field of view\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is more than enough to comfortably frame the entire galaxy and its satellite companions, M32 and M110, in a single shot, even with a large full-frame sensor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the HyperStar 14 v4 change my workflow for imaging the Orion Nebula (M42) with a Celestron C14?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAt the native f\/10 focal ratio of a C14, you would need long, guided exposures to capture the faint outer nebulosity of M42. With the HyperStar 14, the system becomes \u003cstrong\u003e25× faster\u003c\/strong\u003e. You can capture deep, detailed images of the Orion Nebula with very short, unguided exposures (often 30-60 seconds), dramatically simplifying your setup and reducing the potential for tracking errors.\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      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHyperStar 14 (C14 v4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e715 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImaging Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25× faster than stock f\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField of View\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 3.45° (coma-free, flat field)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Sensor Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e43 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Optical Tubes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCelestron C14 (standard SCT) and EdgeHD 14 (via included EdgeHD Adapter Ring)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFilter Integration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptional Filter Slider with M42 \u0026amp; M54 male threads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Coatings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFully Multi-Coated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollimation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCamera Rotation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.1\" (L) x 4.9\" (D) (without camera adapter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 3.1 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack Anodized\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Manufacture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade in U.S.A.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eAdapter with M42 male top threads\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/starizona-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStarizona Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Starizona","offers":[{"title":"No Filter Slider","offer_id":68044988285213,"sku":"STZ-HS4-C14","price":1959.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Add Filter Slider","offer_id":68044988317981,"sku":"STZ-HS4-C14-FS","price":2139.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Starizona-HyperStar-14-v4-1_8fc94407-b9d8-4042-9086-fe832811ad64.jpg?v=1794410511","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/products\/starizona-hyperstar-14","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}