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Olympus DSLR (Full 4/3) Premium Telescope Camera Adapter Kit for Refractors (1.25")

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Fits All Olympus (4/3 Mount) DSLR Models and includes all the parts needed for both Prime Focus and Eyepiece Projection Imaging with a Refractor type telescope. Fits 1.25" Eyepiece Ports. Suitable for most Refractors from Meade, Celestron, Orion, etc.

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Premium Astrophotography Kit (1.25")
Fits Olympus Full Size DSLR Cameras to Refractor type Telescopes
for "Variable" Eyepiece Projection & Prime Focus Imaging

Not for MICRO 4/3 Mirrorless Models
(See #RDM43)

This Premium Astrophotography Kit includes the parts required for both
Prime Focus & Eyepiece Projection Imaging on Refractor type Telescopes.
We also include 5 Pages of illustrated Instructions and email help if needed.


Our Premium Kit Includes: The VEPA+ Eyepiece Projection Adapter, an Extension Tube,
a Prime Focus Adapter, 
a T-Ring to fit your Camera Mount and a Parfocalizing Ring. 
The Extension allows for infinity focus and the Parfocalizing Ring aids in focusing.


VEPA Plus is Wider than standard 1.25" Projection Adapters. It can hold most
imported Plossls Eyepieces up to 40mm in Focal Length. The laser engraved
extension scale allows easy recording and repeatability of your results. A 
machine knurled grip ring prevents slips even in heavy dew conditions. 



VEPA Plus can handle larger eyepieces, up to 42mm Max Diameter.
It will accept most standard 1.25" Plossl Eyepieces, up to 40mm FL.
Standard Eyepiece Projection adapters max out with a 25mm Plossl.



The Variable Length feature acts as a fine Magnification control
to better frame your shots. Also allows longer eyepieces to fit.

View Setup Diagram for Prime Focus
View Setup Diagram for Eyepiece Projection

This Premium kit includes the parts you will need for both "Prime Focus" and Variable "Eyepiece Projection" astrophotography packaged together in one money saving, easy to purchase kit. The "Variable" feature lets you adjust the adapter length to vary the magnification (thus image size) for perfect framing of your shots. Fits telescopes with a standard 1.25" eyepiece port.

The upgraded VEPA Plus adapter can hold eyepieces up to 42mm in upper body diameter. It features a laser engraved extension scale for recordability and repeatability as well as a large machined grip ring for a sure grip in the worst dew conditions. CNC machined of aluminum with a durable black anodized finish. The 1.25" barrel is threaded to accept standard 1.25" Eyepiece Filters. See our optional clear glass Dust Filter (#T1FLT), recommended to help keep dust out of your camera.

This kit is suitable for:

Camera:
All Olympus (4/3 Mount) FULL SIZE DSLR models. Fits Olympus EVOLT Full Size 4/3 Models Only (NOT MICRO 4/3 - See #RDM43).

Telescope Type:
Most commercially made Refractor telescopes from Meade, Celestron, Orion, TeleVue, etc.
Note: For use with Rack & Pinion type focuser with 1.25" port. Not for use with ETX 60/70/80.

Imaging Methods:
Prime Focus – In this imaging method the camera is connected directly to the telescope and placed at the "prime" focus of the telescope. The telescope becomes the camera lens. No eyepiece is used in this method. This method provides the widest possible field of view, the shortest possible exposure time and moderate magnification. Typically used for imaging nebulae, galaxies and other large (but dim) deep sky objects.

Eyepiece Projection & Variable Eyepiece Projection – In this imaging method an eyepiece is used to increase magnification. The eyepiece is placed between the camera and the telescope. The eyepiece “projects” the image onto the camera sensor. The projected image size increases with distance, similar to a flashlights beam. A "Variable" Projection adapter allows you to change the projection distance. This varies the magnification of the system, allowing you more flexibility when framing your shots. Think of it as a "Fine" magnification control. Whereas "Coarse" changes in magnification are made by changing eyepieces. Eyepiece Projection is typically used for Terrestrial, Lunar & Planetary imaging and any time higher magnification is needed to bring out detail.

Please see our VariMax adapters for using larger 1.25" or 2" Eyepieces.