The Sky-Watcher Evostar 80EDX apochromatic telescope is a compact, premium ED refractor designed for astrophotography and visual observations. Its doublet optical system, featuring FPL53 and Schott glass, offers excellent chromatic aberration correction. The new EDX version is equipped with an enlarged 2.8" Crayford focuser, 360° rotation, a focusing scale, and a retractable sunshade. Its low weight and length make the telescope ideal for mobile use.

Key features

• ED doublet with FPL53 element and Schott lace glass
• aperture f/7.5 – good balance between contrast and exposure time
• MHTC coatings on all air-to-glass surfaces
• 2.8" Crayford focuser with 1:11 microfocus
• 360° rotation and focusing scale
• M56 × 1 external thread for image correctors
• retractable anti-condensation cover
• Vixen clamps with handle and mounting rail
• low weight and compact dimensions
• optional corrector/reducer 0.85× (SKFlat80)

Set components

• Evostar 80EDX optical tube
• tube clamps with handle
• Vixen mounting rail
• aluminum transport case

Technical parameters

• lens diameter: 80 mm
• focal length: 600 mm
• aperture: f/7.5
• lens type: ED doublet (FPL53 + Schott lace glass)
• coatings: MHTC on all air-to-glass surfaces
• focuser: Crayford 2.8" with 1:11 microfocus
• rotation: 360°
• focusing scale: yes
• thread for correctors: M56 × 1 external
• finder socket: Vixen standard
• tube length: 475 mm (folded), 557 mm (with extended cover)
• tube weight: 4 kg