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Zoom-lenses in general are not really famous for high quality optics. Also many zoom-eyepieces do not deliver the best possible image quality at high magnification because they were designed with focus on the price-tag so that image sharpness and field size is getting worse with increased magnification.
The recognition that the Hyperion Zoom Eyepiece enjoys is based on the fact that it was designed the other way around: the glass selection and most of all the principal optical design and consequently the lens polish quality – all were optimized for the highest magnification. And obviously, when closing in on an object you will want the field of view to increase and not to have it become seemingly smaller. Hence the Hyperion-Zoom shows the largest apparent field of view at highest magnification.
For many birders, observers of nature and astronomers alike, the Hyperion Zoom Eyepiece is their favorite eyepiece, it is also the only zoom-eyepiece that was designed from ground up to be used with bino-viewers.
Even Bestsellers can be improved: The fourth generation of this eyepiece weighs 290 gram and is lighter by 80 grams than its predecessor - it now has 55 mm diameter to become useful in dual mode from 55 mm interpupillary distance, both features make it especially desirable for use with bino-viewers. The adjustable eyecup can be removed to expose the M43 video/photo thread and create the maximum "nose space" for using it on binocular viewers with the supplied winged rubber eyecups - for maximum concentration on the target. The click-stop action has been smoothed out to more easily access the magnification stops at 8/12/16/20 and 24mm (click-stops are mandatory to easily and precisely set both eyepieces to the same focal length for effortless binocular observation without eye-strain). The zooming-mechanism as well as the inner zooming rails for all lens groups have been modified to improve cold temperature operation and the parfocalty for each focal length has been fine-tuned.
Most important however – the Mark IV offers almost 4 mm more backfocus. This is most beneficial for application with a multitude of spotting scopes. Two different Adapters for telescope and spotting scope adaptation are included with the eyepiece (Spotting-Scope Adapter „A“ and Telescope-Adapter „B“). Read more at "Telescope-sided Connections").
The Mark IV comes with both the 2" and 1¼" nosepieces mounted, each nosepiece having it´s own dust cap and both nosepieces are threaded to accept either 1¼" or 2" eyepiece filters. Both nosepieces are free of the hated undercuts. Instead our proprietary Zero-Tilt Safety-Kerfs provide an added measure of security by reducing the tendency of an eyepiece to slip from an unlocked eyepiece clamp. An additional little feature is the Baader-yellow soft pouch with integrated belt strap – which fastens onto many tripod legs just as well, to serve as a bin for all dustcaps that may go astray otherwise.
As usual with Baader eyepieces, the Mark IV offers an M43 photo/video thread on top of the eyepiece, to allow attachment of any desired DSLR or T-2 accessory for mounting a video-camera by means of the optional M43/T-2 adapter ring #2958080. Unchanged is the optical quality, 68° field of view at highest magnification, Phantom Group multicoatings, a large adjustable eyecup or alternatively two M43 rubber eyecups for bino viewing. An optional spacer ring M43/M43 (#2954250) with 7,5 mm extension enables the user to increase the height of these eyecups in case of need.
The Mark IV likewise accepts adaptation of the 2.25x Hyperion-Barlow onto the 1¼" nosepiece, to transform into a high power zoom, featuring the magnification range of 3.6 to 10.7 mm. The Hyperion Universal Zoom Mark IV is available individually (#2454826) or as set together with the 2.25x Hyperion Barlow (#2454827)
Please also note our detailed Hyperion Universal Zoom Mark IV Instruction manual (also under the tab "Downloads") for further information.
The Hyperion zoom Mark III comes with two removable barrels (1¼ "and 2"), as well as an 2" SC-thread for direct connection on telescopes or mirrors/prisms with the optional 2"/2" changer ring (#1508080).
Furthermore included in the scope of supply are two adapters of different height - both with 1 3/8" inner threads - for following uses:
Please see the instruction manual for more information on changing both Adapters.
As usual with Baader eyepieces, the Mark IV offers an M43 photo/video thread on top of the eyepiece to directly attach most video cameras. It also allows attachment of any desired DSLR or T-2 accessory by means of the optional Baader Hyperion T-Adapter M43i / T-2a #2958080. An optional spacer ring M43/M43 (#2954250) with 7,5 mm extension enables the user to increase the height of the included eyecups in case of need or to attach M43 cameras without touching the lenses.
A further connection capability offers the SP54-system thread-in the form of the Hyperion DT ring system. For this system, the transition ring M43/SP54 #2958086 is suitable for the Mark IV zoom eyepiece. This adapter enables the connection of all common camera lenses on the Hyperion zoom to use it for Eyepiece Projection. Those connection rings are called "Hyperion DT rings", see our section "Eyepiece accessories" .
Read more on camera connections, required distances and adapters in our detailed instruction manual
Three different eye cups are included in the basic equipment of the eyepiece.
Hyperion Universal Zoom Mark IV: fourth generation of Baader-Zoom, 68° Widefield eyepiece with five magnifications - focal lengths 8, 12, 16, 20 and 24mm clearly defined with "smoothed-out" improved Click-stop Action (a must for effortless binoviewing)
Long eye relief, perfectly matched to the human eye. Flatfield design – sharp right to the edge of field
High Quality Phantom Coating™ Group Multicoatings! For faintest objects, maximum contrast and total freedom from reflections
Large adjustable rubber eyecup, smaller straight rubber eyecup and winged, foldable eyecup included, to fit over M43 photo/video-thread
M43-Video-Photo thread for afocal and classical projection photography, permits optional adaptation of practically any camera with optional accessories
Includes 2" and 1¼" barrel, usable for all 1¼" binoculars with detachable eye-rest and spotting scope with 1 3/8" thread (Celestron / Sky-Watcher and others)
low weight (290g/10,2oz), slim design of 55mm diameter (perfect for binoviewing)
Zero-Tilt safety kerfs instead of the hated undercuts in the barrels
Includes 2" SC-thread for shortest possible adaptation to telescopes or prisms/mirrors
4mm backfocus-gain with spotting scope A-Ring (included): the Mark IV focuses with all tested spotting scopes (optional adapters available for most major brands)
Sufficient distance to clamping screws with telescope adapter B-Ring (included)
Eyepiece holster with belt strap – hold also firmly on tripod legs
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Manufacturer | Baader Planetarium |
SKU (#) | 2454826 |
Weight (kg) | 0.290 |
Eyepiece Series | Hyperion |
Specifications | |
Focal Length | 8 - 24 mm |
Apparent Field of View | 48° - 68° |
AR-Coating | Phantom Coating® Group |
Parfocal Eyepieces | Yes |
Barrel Size (in) | 1¼", 2" |
Optical Design | Modular |
Speciality | Eyepiece projection: afocal, Eyepiece projection: classical |
Eyepiece Design | |
Number of Lens Elements | 7 |
Number of Groups | 4 |
Slip Protect Safety | Safety Kerfs |
Eyepiece Body above Reference Plane (mm) | 81 mm |
Length of 1¼" barrel (mm) | 24,5 mm |
Length of 2" barrel (mm) | 27 mm |
Outer Diameter | 55 mm |
Connections | |
Outer Connection (eyepiece/-camera-sided) | Thread, M43 |
Inner Connection (lens sided) | Thread, 1 3/8", 2" (50,8mm) |
Outer Connection (lens sided) | Barrel, 1¼", 2" (50,8mm) |
Camera Thread | M43 |
Threaded for filters | Yes |
Included Items | |
Dustcaps | 1¼" dustcap (31,8mm), 2" dustcap (45mm), 2" dustcap (46.5mm - fits over eyecup) |
Eyecups | large height adjustable eyecup (M43), small eyecup (M43), winged eyecup (M43) |
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