If you ever tried to look at the moon (especially FULL moon) through a telescope and got almost blinded by it, then you know exactly what I am talking about. That light is so bright that admiring the moon becomes really difficult after some minutes (and you know it takes time and a lot of patience to observe the sky). Looking at that bright white light for an extended period of time, can seriously end of messing up your vision in the long run.
A filter seems to be the most intelligent solution to this problem. It does exactly what it is supposed to: it manages to get rid of the irradiation and glare of the moon so that you can actually see the moon details clearly, not hurting your eyes in the process and not ending up seeing black spots everywhere once you are done with the telescope.
I think that $17.99 is a fair price for this item. After all, this is a MUST HAVE piece. There might be some better ones on the market, but I am no expert... I am a total beginner and I got my very first telescope last year, and I am still learning and I have not even seen any planets yet... so, long way to go for me.... but the moon, has been my major companion lately and I love that now thanks to this filter, everything is easier and smoother.
Definitely worth the price for me. I am really happy I bought this piece and so far it has not disappointed me.
Nice moon filter. Maybe could be slightly darker.
The pictures don't do the quality justice.
I would recommend this moon filter.
Note: Pictures taken with a Galaxy S5. 100 ISO. Exposure -1.0. Resolution 2.4M 2048x1152.
Celestron 70mm Travel Scope with 20mm eyepiece and phone zoom at 2.8 on zoomed in picture. Other picture with 10mm eyepiece no zoom.
Almost forgot to add using a Gosky cell phone adapter mount to mount my phone to the telescope.
I have owned this filter for over 7 months, and it's been very useful. It not only cuts down the Moon's brightness, (which can sometimes be overwhelming), but it also increases the contrast of surface features, most notably the lunar Mare. And for that purpose it's a good tool during just about any phase the Moon is in. But once the Moon gets past first quarter the filter is more needed to block out the extreme light than anything else. I personally don't use it all the time, probably 4 to 5 nights out of a week, but simply out of laziness of just wanting to go and look quickly, which is almost the only way when you have only minutes to get the scope out and look due to clouds coming and going. I also have found this to be good for observation of the five brightest planets, but mainly Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn: On Mars, it helps cut down the planet's glare and make the Maria and other features like it's polar cap come out better. On Jupiter, it kind of degrades the image, but increases the contrast of the belts and makes them show better. And on Saturn it makes bands and irregularities in it's clouds stand out more, it also helps contrast the rings better. I have noticed, using it on any object, that slight re-focusing has been necessary, I'm not sure exactly why, since the filter is merely a shaded glass. Nothing horrible though, just a slight tweak of the telescope focuser. I wouldn't recommend it for lunar photography, (unless you're using something that doesn't have exposure adjustment, like a cellphone), because it simply causes you to need a higher ISO/longer exposure, and doesn't really make a difference from an unfiltered image. But if you enjoy observing the Moon often, and don't like having a golf ball sized black area in your vision for the next 5-10 minutes afterward, I highly recommend this. Also good for very long-term observation when sketching and you need to be able to see what you're doing.
The filter is well made, high quality glass and threaded both sides but for an 8" or bigger telescope this filter is still not dark enought to watch the full moon confortably, I think for larger telescopes a variable polarizing filter will be better.
On planets it helps to get more contrast. On jupiter for example I'm able to see more surface details that without filter.
I definately would recommend this product but for smaller telescopes, for 8" or bigger get the variable polirizing filter.
The 13% ND filter works better than the 25% ND filter I used before. I use it below 80x magnification for viewing the whole moon. For higher magnifications, I prefer a Moon & Skyglow filter. It's a good quality well made filter. The only negative is it doesn't screw in all the way to some eyepieces.
Feature Product
- Enhances the experience of viewing the moon with 13-percent transmission
- Neutral Density filter transmits light across the entire visual spectrum
- Acts as a filter to get rid of glare and irradiation
- Ideal for telescopes with apertures of 4-inches and larger
- Comes with a 1-year limited
Description
The Meade 07531 Series 4000 ND96 1.25-Inch Moon Filter for Series 4000 and 5000 Eyepieces helps to enhance the experience of viewing the moon with 13-percent transmission. This neutral density filter transmits light across the entire visual spectrum and acts as a filter to get rid of glare and irradiation. Telescopes with apertures of 4-inches and larger are ideal for this item. It can also divide nearby double stars when the brightness levels don’t match. The Meade 07531 Series 4000 ND96 1.25-Inch Moon Filter for Series 4000 and 5000 Eyepieces comes with a 1-year limited warranty. Meade has everything you need to capture the night sky for experienced star-shooters, serious researchers and beginners alike. Serious astronomers for years have flocked to Meade telescopes for their quality optical systems and patented technology. Consumers know that "Meade Optics Inside" means that what they see through our telescopes will be views that are detailed, crisp and full of contrast. Look through a Meade this evening and see what you've been missing.
These filters are a great addition and must for your planetary viewing. They correct the coloring for each planet type and gases you are viewing.
precision screws in the eye piece will allow a perfect fit, stacked lenses and also allow for multiplier lenses.
This filter takes the glare off the moon, enabling me to look for as long as I like with comfort and without the temporary loss of vision in that eye when I look away from the eyepiece. I consider this a must for anyone who wants to study the moon in detail. I hadn't intended to use it on the planets but one night I went from the moon to mars without removing it and I was surprised that it actually allowed me to see more details, such as the polar caps. Well worth the 16.00.
I could only take quick looks at the moon as it would be too bright, but with the filter I was able to gaze at it in aw and for the longest time. The craters and maria were well defined!..
Got to use is a few times now and it definitely makes a big difference when observing a full moon. You get to look at the moon for a lot longer time without squinting your eyes and not blinding you. The only down fall is that it did not attach to my lens but that is my fault for not double checking my lens.
Exactly what you need to view the moon. Would recommend to everyone as a must need for viewing the moon with a telescope. Thanks.
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