The Omegon Horizon AC 70/700 EQ-1 Neo lets you look like a real astronomer. You set it up quickly. You aim for the North Star. Then you follow stars with one dial. The mount compensates for the earth's rotation, so your target stays quietly in view. The steel tripod dampens vibrations. So you look relaxed, even at higher magnification.
Clear and calm image for Moon and planets
The 70 mm achromatic lens gathers enough light for bright, high-contrast images. The f/10 focal ratio keeps the image calm. Stars stay sharp. So you see moon craters as small mountains with shadows. On Jupiter, cloud bands and the four largest moons appear. Saturn shows its rings. Bright nebulae like Orion show up as soft patches of light under dark skies.
Crayford focuser: fast and precise focus
The Crayford eyepiece holder runs on ball bearings. No backlash. No wobbling. You turn smoothly to the perfect focus. Even at higher magnification, the image remains stable and tight. That inspires confidence, every session.
EQ-1 Neo: tracking with one turn
The EQ-1 Neo works with fine gears and flexible slow-motion buttons. You center an object and keep it in focus effortlessly. Less correcting. See more. The stainless steel tripod with accessory compartment provides a quiet base and everything within easy reach.
Ready to go, including smartphone recordings
You quickly find your targets with the LED viewfinder. The 25 mm and 10 mm Plössl eyepieces give low and medium magnification with pleasant contrast. With the 2x Barlow, you can easily get closer. The 90° amici-prism offers a natural-looking image orientation. The extension helps you focus at all times. With the smartphone adapter and Bluetooth shutter, you'll take your first moon photos without shake right away. Sharing is a snap.
What to expect
You see the Moon with sharp edges, deep craters and long shadows. Jupiter shows cloud bands and its four bright moons. Saturn appears with distinct rings and sometimes the Cassini separation in calm skies. The Orion Nebula and Andromeda become visible as bright nebulae. So you get quick results and get to know the sky step by step.
What we recommend
✓ Moon: excellent fit
✓ Planets: good, lots of detail for 70 mm
✗ Deep-sky: limited to bright objects
✗ Astrophotography: not suitable
✗ Nature observation: not recommended with this mount
Specifications
Optics
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Type | Refractor |
| Design | Achromat |
| Aperture (mm) | 70 |
| Focal length (mm) | 700 |
| Focal Ratio (f/) | 10 |
| Resolution (theoretical) | 1,64″ |
| Limit value (mag) | 11 |
| Light output relative to eye | 100× |
| Max. useful magnification | 140× |
| Tube construction | Full tube |
Focuser
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Design | Crayford |
| Ocular connection | 1,25″ |
Mount
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Design | EQ-1 Neo |
| Type of mount | Equatorial |
| GoTo steering | No |
| Dovetail compatibility | Vixen-Style |
| Accessory shoe | Vixen/Skywatcher Level |
Tripod
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Height (cm) | 67-104 |
| Material | Steel |
| Tripod type | Tripod with accessory pocket |
Included accessories
| Section | Description |
|---|---|
| 1.25″ eyepieces | PL 25 mm, PL 10 mm |
| Seeker | Red Dot Finder (LED) |
| Barlow lens | 2× |
| Divergent optics | 1.25″, 90° amici prism |
| Extender | Yes |
| Dovetail | Vixen-Style |
| Accessory shoe | Vixen/Skywatcher Level |
| Miscellaneous | Smartphone adapter + Bluetooth shutter |
General
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Series | Horizon |
| Total weight (kg) | 5,5 |
Application
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Moon & Planets | Yes |
| Nebulae & Galaxies | Not recommended |
| Nature observation | No |
| Astrophotography | No |
Sun
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Use | Only with suitable sunscreens |
Recommended for
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Beginners | Yes |
| Advanced | No |
| Observatory use | No |
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