• Explore Scientific FCD100 80mm apochromatic refractor telescope with 0.8x focal reducer
  • Close-up of the Explore Scientific FCD100 80mm refractor front lens cell and dew shield
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Explore Scientific

Explore Scientific FCD100 80mm Refractor + 0.8x Focal Reducer Bundle — Premium Apochromatic Astrophotography Kit

Explore Scientific FCD100 80mm Refractor + 0.8x Focal Reducer Bundle — Premium Apochromatic Astrophotography Kit

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This Explore Scientific FCD100 80mm Refractor bundle combines a premium apochromatic refractor telescope with a matched 0.8x focal reducer / field flattener — a complete, imaging-ready astrophotography kit. The FCD100 optics use high-grade extra-low dispersion glass for excellent color correction and sharp, high-contrast views of the Moon, planets, and deep-sky targets. The included telescope focal reducer speeds up the focal ratio for shorter exposures and flattens the field so stars stay tight and round to the edges of your frame.

Who it's for

Beginners and enthusiasts who want premium FCD100 optics and a matched reducer/flattener in one portable, imaging-ready refractor package.

What's included

  • ES FCD100 80mm f/6 air-spaced doublet refractor optical tube (FCD100-0806-02)
  • ES 0.8x focal reducer / field flattener (ES-FR0.8x)

Why buy the bundle

  • Premium FCD100 ED glass for superb color correction
  • Matched reducer + flattener for flat, pinpoint-star astrophotography
  • Lightweight, travel-friendly apochromatic refractor
  • Bundle price saves versus buying the parts separately

Specifications

Brand Explore Scientific
Type FCD100 apochromatic refractor + focal reducer bundle
Aperture 80mm
Focal ratio f/6 (native)
Optical glass FCD100 extra-low dispersion
Reducer 0.8x focal reducer / field flattener
SKU ES-FCD100-0806-FR0.8x

Frequently asked questions

How is FCD100 glass different from standard ED glass? FCD100 is a premium extra-low dispersion glass that offers even better color correction, giving sharper, higher-contrast views and photos.

What does the 0.8x reducer do? It shortens the focal ratio for faster exposures and flattens the field so stars stay pinpoint across the whole image.

Do I need a mount? Yes, for tracking you'll need an equatorial mount. See our FCD100 + iEXOS-100 GoTo bundle for a complete setup.

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Frequently Asked Questions

With a beginner telescope you can see a surprising amount — the craters and mountains on the Moon, the rings of Saturn, the moons of Jupiter, and star clusters like the Pleiades. As you get more comfortable, you can also spot nebulae and distant galaxies. Not sure which beginner telescope is right for you? Check out our Telescope Buying Guide.
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