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Telescope Filter - 1.25 inches UHC Filter - for Observations & Astrophotography of Deep Sky Objects - Light Pollution Reduction & Ultra High Contrast Filter

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  • UHC filters are used to reduce light pollution; Selectively reduce the transmission of certain wavelengths of light, especially those caused by artificial light. (TIPS:Light pollution includes mercury vapor, high and low pressure sodium vapor lamps, and sky glow in the atmosphere.)
  • It uses advanced coating technology;Enables the filter to achieve excellent transmission throughout the bandpass and blocks light pollution.
  • UHC filters(ultra high contrast) to view nebulae from light polluted sky; Enhance the contrast of the nebula from the dark sky.This UHC filter is considered one of the most popular astronomy accessories. Use it to obtain high contrast and clear images.
  • Multiple functions; It can be used not only for celestial observation, but also for astrophotography. UHC filters are considered one of the most popular astronomy accessories.
  • Optical multilayer coated lens; Aluminum frame. Significantly reduce light pollution and improve image contrast of observed objects.



4.8 out of 5 stars Best Sellers Rank
  • #147 in Telescope Filters
 Date First Available December 20, 2023 Manufacturer Starboosa Country of Origin China

Starboosa 1.25 inches UHC Filter
For Observations & Astrophotography of Deep Sky Objects
Light Pollution Reduction & Ultra High Contrast Filter
Features:
Lens Thickness:1.9mm
Material:Optical lens
Frame:Aluminum
Barrel Diameter:1.25 inches
Thread:M42*0.75mm


Michael JC
Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2024
Admittedly, I’m very much a novice when it comes to telescopes, so I don’t think I can really discern whether or not a filter is of good quality. At best, I could directly compare it to another one made by someone else and determine which one seemed to be better. I don’t have that option here. I know Celestron sells one for $80 on Amazon ($100 on their own site), so this is a little over ¼ the price of that one. I don’t have that one, though, so I, unfortunately, can’t see if this one is as good or not. It certainly feels solid in my hand, and I feel like there is good clarity.One thing that I would definitely note, though, is that you should use this with the largest aperture available to you. Larger lenses take in more light, and this filter blocks light, so the more light that comes in, the better. Consequently, the more light pollution you have around you, the more light pollution there is that will make it through this filter. What you get with this filter is greater contrast, so certain elements are going to stand out more. Another thing to note is that this will also affect the colors that you see. I think some people will find this filter pretty useful, but I think others are going to conclude that it doesn’t meaningfully improve their viewing experience and may even detract from it.
Puck Daddy
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2024
It's a nice relatively inexpensive filter. I think it may be more suited for filtering out light in crowded, heavily lighted cities than it is for viewing Deep Sky Object. A shame really. I was actually hoping this would be good for viewing nebulae.