The Bresser Messier AR-152L/1200 binoculars are a good choice especially for those looking for an affordable but excellent optical acromatic lens for planetary and lunar observation. The instrument "does" what a discerning amateur expects from a binocular: its huge field of view is pin-sharp, and the ring of Saturn or the Great Red Spot of Jupiter are outstandingly sharp and contrasty.
The binoculars come with a 26 mm Super Plössl eyepiece for 46x magnification, which can be multiplied by using an optional Barlow lens. A reversed-position 8x50 finder telescope makes it easy to align celestial objects. The 1.25" zenith mirror included in the standard package is upright but gives a right-to-left inverted image. A Vixen prism rail, also supplied as standard, makes it easy to mount the scope on most equatorial or azimuthal tripods. There is a handle on the tube ring for secure handling and a standard screw for attaching a camera.
A special feature of the Bresser Messier AR-152L refractor is its 2.5" Hexafoc focusing ring, which allows for more precise focusing than the rack-and-pinion focusing rings common in this category. The manufacturer has also paid attention to protecting the accessories, as the focusing ring is equipped with a copper clamping ring. In addition, the package includes two extension pieces for both visual and photographic focus. Also included is a 2.5"/2" adapter and a 2"/1.25" adapter with T2 end.
The product includes a factory-mounted solar foil for safe solar observation. The viewfinder telescope must be covered or mounted!
