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Apochromatic refracting telescopes

The apochromatic refracting telescope is a high-end instrument designed for enthusiasts and professionals seeking superior optical performance. By effectively correcting chromatic and spherical aberrations, it provides sharp, clear images with accurate colors, ideal for both visual observation and astrophotography.

This type of refracting telescope uses multiple glass lenses with different dispersion to reduce colorful halos around bright objects and improve sharpness across the entire field of view. APO refractors thus offer high contrast and color fidelity, allowing you to distinguish fine details in planets, nebulae, and stars.

Although they are more expensive than conventional achromatic refractors, their exceptional performance justifies the investment for serious astronomers. Whether you are a demanding observer or an experienced astrophotographer, an apochromatic refractor telescope is the preferred choice for capturing the sky with precision and quality. 

Explore our selection to find the model that suits your needs and reveal the best of the night sky.

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Takahashi FC-100DF Fluorite Doublet APO f/7.4 (TFK10110) - Astronomy Plus
Takahashi FC-100DF Fluorite Doublet APO f/7.4 (TFK10110) - Astronomy Plus
$3,220.00 - $3,220.00
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Takahashi FC-100DF Fluorite Doublet APO f/7.4 (TFK10110)

Takahashi

Takahashi FC-100DF Fluorite Doublet APO f/7.4  The Takahashi FC-100DF apochromatic refractor is designed around a fluorite doublet at F/7.4. It is ...

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Takahashi FC-76DCU Fluorite Doublet APO f/7.5 (TFK07640) - Astronomy Plus
Takahashi FC-76DCU Fluorite Doublet APO f/7.5 (TFK07640) - Astronomy Plus
$1,820.00 - $1,820.00
$1,820.00
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$1,820.00

Takahashi FC-76DCU Fluorite Doublet APO f/7.5 (TFK07640)

Takahashi

Takahashi FC-76DCU Fluorite Doublet APO The Takahashi FC-76DCU apochromatic refractor is equipped with a fluorite doublet at F/7.5. Its very low we...

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Takahashi FOA-60 Ortho Apochromatic Refractor (TFA06010) - Astronomy Plus
Takahashi FOA-60 Ortho Apochromatic Refractor (TFA06010) - Astronomy Plus
$1,778.00 - $1,778.00
$1,778.00
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$1,778.00

Takahashi FOA-60 Ortho Apochromatic Refractor (TFA06010)

Takahashi

Takahashi FOA-60 Ortho Apochromatic Refractor The Takahashi FOA-60 was designed to provide a compact instrument capable of delivering exceptional v...

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$1,778.00
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Starfield ED102 F/7 560mm FPL-53 APO Doublet (S102) - Astronomy Plus
$1,575.00 - $1,575.00
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$1,575.00

Starfield ED102 F/7 560mm FPL-53 APO Doublet (S102)

Starfield

Starfield ED102 F/7 560mm FPL-53 APO Doublet The Starfield ED102 APO doublet offers incredible performance in both imaging a visual astronomy. Usin...

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Starfield GĖAR Series 115mm F/7 Triplet APO Gen II (G115)

Starfield

Starfield GĖAR SERIES 115MM F/7 TRIPLET APO Gen II Our Flagship APO with a Refresh! New for 2025 an upgraded 3.7" focuser, Losmandy style dovetail ...

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$2,650.00 - $2,650.00
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Starfield GÉAR Series 80mm EDT F/6 (G80) - Astronomy Plus
$1,450.00 - $1,450.00
$1,450.00
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$1,450.00

Starfield GÉAR Series 80mm EDT F/6 (G80)

Starfield

GÉAR SERIES 80MM EDT F/6 The Starfield ED80 f/6 Triplet APO will take your wide field imaging game to new levels.  Using FPL53 (Ohara, Japan) optic...

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Starfield GĖAR Series 60mm Petzvel APO (G60Q) - Astronomy Plus
Starfield GĖAR Series 60mm Petzvel APO (G60Q) - Astronomy Plus
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$1,570.00
$1,570.00 - $1,570.00
$1,570.00
$1,270.00
$1,270.00 - $1,270.00
$1,270.00

Starfield GĖAR Series 60mm Quad f/5 Astrograph (G60Q)

Starfield

Starfield GEAR60Q - 60MM QUAD PETZVAL ASTROGRAPH The Starfield 60mm quadruplet f/5 Petzvel APO will take your widefield imaging game to new levels....

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$1,270.00
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TEC APO250VT Triplet APO f/8.8 (APO250VT) - Astronomy Plus
TEC APO250VT Triplet APO f/8.8 (APO250VT) - Astronomy Plus
$82,360.00 - $82,360.00
$82,360.00
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$82,360.00

TEC APO250VT Triplet APO f/8.8 (APO250VT)

TEC

TEC APO250VT Triplet APO f/8.8 TEC APO250VT F/8.8 – TEC’s most powerful telescope. It is considered an observation class instrument. Weighing in at...

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$82,360.00 - $82,360.00
$82,360.00
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$82,360.00
TEC APO200FL APO f/11 (APO200FL) - Astronomy Plus
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$41,180.00
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$41,180.00

TEC APO200FL APO f/11 (APO200FL)

TEC

TEC APO200FL Triplet APO f/8 The newly released update to the classic APO200FL will feature key design changes to optimize color correction and wi...

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TEC APO180FL Triplet APO f/7 (APO180FL) - Astronomy Plus
TEC APO180FL Triplet APO f/7 (APO180FL) - Astronomy Plus
$26,980.00 - $26,980.00
$26,980.00
$26,980.00 - $26,980.00
$26,980.00

TEC APO180FL Triplet APO f/7 (APO180FL)

TEC

TEC APO180FL Triplet APO f/7 APO180FL F/7 – Highly popular and TEC’s largest portable telescope. It fits in any car and could be lifted and install...

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$26,980.00
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TEC APO160FL Triplet APO f/7 (APO160FL) - Astronomy Plus
TEC APO160FL Triplet APO f/7 (APO160FL) - Astronomy Plus
$17,040.00 - $17,040.00
$17,040.00
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$17,040.00

TEC APO160FL Triplet APO f/7 (APO160FL)

TEC

TEC APO160FL Triplet APO f/7 APO160FL F/7 – Slightly larger than the TEC APO140FL F/7, the APO160FL F/7 is slightly longer and heavier, and may req...

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TEC APO140FL Triplet APO f/7 (APO140FL) - Astronomy Plus
TEC APO140FL Triplet APO f/7 (APO140FL) - Astronomy Plus
$11,076.00 - $11,076.00
$11,076.00
$11,076.00 - $11,076.00
$11,076.00

TEC APO 140 FL Triplet APO f/7 (APO140FL)

TEC

TEC APO140FL Triplet APO f/7 APO140FL F/7– TEC’s most popular telescope. It fits everyone’s needs. This Telescope is light weight, portable, and is...

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$11,076.00
$11,076.00 - $11,076.00
$11,076.00
William Optics NEW Internal Focus Design Gran Turismo 81 WIFD (GT81-WIFD) William Optics
William Optics NEW Internal Focus Design Gran Turismo 81 WIFD (GT81-WIFD) William Optics
$3,033.00 - $3,033.00
$3,033.00
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$3,033.00

William Optics NEW Internal Focus Design Gran Turismo 81 WIFD (GT81-WIFD)

William Optics

William Optics GT81 Internal Focus Design WIFD Apochromatic Series THE NEW GAME CHANGER Introducing the WILLIAM OPTICS Internal Focus Design (W...

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Askar FMA230 F/4.6 Astrograph Lens (FMA230) - Astronomy Plus
$973.00 - $973.00
$973.00
$973.00 - $973.00
$973.00

Askar FMA230 F/4.6 Astrograph Lens (FMA230)

Askar

Askar FMA230 F/4.6 Astrograph Lens Since the FMA135 and FMA180 have hit the market, we receive numerous positive feedback.It’s really an encouragem...

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$973.00 - $973.00
$973.00
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$973.00
William Optics ZenithStar 61II Doublet f/5.9 - Astronomy Plus
William Optics ZenithStar 61II Doublet f/5.9 - Astronomy Plus
$962.00 - $962.00
$962.00
$962.00 - $962.00
$962.00

William Optics ZenithStar 61II Doublet f/5.9

William Optics

William Optics ZenithStar 61II Doublet APO f/5.9 Zenithstar 61 APO Photo Performance by Jerry Huang Technical Specifications Focal Length:...

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$962.00
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William Optics Gran Turismo 81 IV Triplet APO f/5.9 - Astronomy Plus
William Optics Gran Turismo 81 IV Triplet APO f/5.9 - Astronomy Plus
$2,481.00 - $2,481.00
$2,481.00
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$2,481.00

William Optics Gran Turismo 81 IV Triplet APO f/5.9

William Optics

William Optics Gran Turismo 81 IV Triplet APO f/5.9 The William Optics Gran Turismo 81 IV Triplet APO f/5.9 has been designed to deliver excellent ...

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$2,481.00
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$2,481.00
William Optics Gran Turismo 71 Triplet APO f/5.9 (A-F71GTII) - Astronomy Plus
William Optics Gran Turismo 71 Triplet APO f/5.9 (A-F71GTII) - Astronomy Plus
$1,515.00 - $1,515.00
$1,515.00
$1,515.00 - $1,515.00
$1,515.00

William Optics Gran Turismo 71 Triplet APO f/5.9 (A-F71GTII)

William Optics

William Optics Gran Turismo 71 Triplet APO f/5.9       Technical Specifications Aperture 71mm Focal Length 419mm Focal Ratio f/5.9 Camera...

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William Optics Fluorostar 156 with 3.7" Rack & Pinion Focuser - Astronomy Plus
William Optics Fluorostar 156 with 3.7" Rack & Pinion Focuser - Astronomy Plus
$12,417.00 - $12,417.00
$12,417.00
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$12,417.00

William Optics Fluorostar 156 with 3.7" Rack & Pinion Focuser

William Optics

William Optics Fluorostar 156 A premium apochromatic refractor designed for both avid stargazers and serious astrophotographers. This telescope fe...

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$12,417.00
William Optics Fluorostar 132 with 3.7" Rack and Pinion Focuser - Astronomy Plus
William Optics Fluorostar 132 with 3.7" Rack and Pinion Focuser - Astronomy Plus
$6,897.00 - $6,897.00
$6,897.00
$6,897.00 - $6,897.00
$6,897.00

William Optics Fluorostar 132 with 3.7" Rack and Pinion Focuser

William Optics

William Optics Fluorostar 132 Triplet APO f/7 with 3.7" Rack and Pinion Focuser Simply put: a joy to use. You will be blown away by the small deta...

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$6,897.00 - $6,897.00
$6,897.00
$6,897.00 - $6,897.00
$6,897.00
Tele Vue TV-85 White (WXO-3372) - Astronomy Plus
Tele Vue TV-85 White (WXO-3372) - Astronomy Plus
$3,034.00 - $3,034.00
$3,034.00
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$3,034.00

Tele Vue TV-85 White (WXO-3372)

Tele Vue

Tele Vue TV-85 White 85mm, f/7, APO (Doublet) Refractor. With APO performance and airline portability, the Tele Vue-85 has been delighting astronom...

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$3,034.00
Tele Vue TV-85 Green (GXO-3372) - Astronomy Plus
Tele Vue TV-85 Green (GXO-3372) - Astronomy Plus
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$3,034.00
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$3,034.00

Tele Vue TV-85 Green (GXO-3372)

Tele Vue

Tele Vue TV-85 Green 85mm, f/7, APO (Doublet) Refractor. With APO performance and airline portability, the Tele Vue-85 has been delighting astronom...

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$3,034.00 - $3,034.00
$3,034.00
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$3,034.00
Tele Vue TV-76 Green (GXO-3065) - Astronomy Plus
Tele Vue TV-76 Green (GXO-3065) - Astronomy Plus
$2,428.00 - $2,428.00
$2,428.00
$2,428.00 - $2,428.00
$2,428.00

Tele Vue TV-76 Green (GXO-3065)

Tele Vue

Tele Vue TV-76 Green 76mm, f/6.3, APO (Doublet) Refractor. From astronomical, to spotting, to birding, the Tele Vue-76 combines compact size with t...

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$2,428.00
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Tele Vue NP127is (NPI-5054) - Astronomy Plus
Tele Vue NP127is (NPI-5054) - Astronomy Plus
$10,322.00 - $10,322.00
$10,322.00
$10,322.00 - $10,322.00
$10,322.00

Tele Vue NP127is (NPI-5054)

Tele Vue

Tele Vue NP127is The Tele Vue NP127is refines the original NP127 with the addition of a more robust, larger focuser now standard with 10:1 reductio...

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$10,322.00
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$10,322.00
SharpStar Z4 APO Astrograph (Z4) - Astronomy Plus
$3,232.00 - $3,232.00
$3,232.00
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$3,232.00

SharpStar Z4 APO Astrograph (Z4)

SharpStar

SharpStar Z4 APO Astrograph According to the users’ and market demands, Sharpstar has newly launched an integrated astrograph—Z4. It has an apert...

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$3,232.00
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