At a Glance
4mm
Focal Length
58°
Apparent FOV
10mm
Eye Relief
1.25"
Barrel Size
Score Breakdown
Overview
The Astromania Planetary 4mm is a short focal length eyepiece built for observers who want to push magnification on planets and the Moon. Paired with a typical telescope, this eyepiece delivers high magnification views where surface detail matters most. Saturn's cloud bands, Jupiter's Great Red Spot, and lunar craters are where this eyepiece earns its place in your kit. The 58 degree apparent field of view is a practical choice at this focal length, giving you enough sky to track a planet as it drifts across the field without feeling cramped.
Eye relief of around 16mm is genuinely comfortable for extended observing sessions, including for those who wear glasses. Five lens elements in three groups, combined with fully multi-coated surfaces, help maintain contrast and reduce scatter, which matters considerably when you are trying to distinguish subtle planetary detail. At $49.99, this eyepiece sits in a competitive price bracket. The blackened lens edges and internally treated barrel are thoughtful touches that cut down on stray light, a real concern at high magnification.
It accepts standard 1.25 inch filters directly, which is useful for planetary work. Rated 4.5 out of 5 across over 200 reviews, it has a solid track record among amateur observers.
Key Features
- 4mm focal length delivers high magnification, well suited for planetary and lunar observation
- 58 degree apparent field of view gives comfortable visual context even at high power
- 16mm eye relief works well for extended sessions and accommodates eyeglass wearers
- Fully multi-coated 5 element, 3 group optical design supports good contrast and low scatter
- Blackened lens edges and treated internal barrel reduce stray light at high magnification
- Standard 1.25 inch barrel accepts filters directly, adding flexibility for planetary work
- Priced under $50 with strong user ratings, offering reliable performance for the cost
Specifications
| Focal Length | 4mm |
| Apparent FOV | 58° |
| Eye Relief | 10mm |
| Barrel Size | 1.25" |
| Design | Planetary |
| Elements/Groups | 5/3 |
| Series | Planetary |
| Coating | Fully Multi-Coated |
| Waterproof | No |
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Amazon Reviews
I bought this EP on an advertised Clearance over inventory sale for $30 dollars and wow its a keeper, great quality and excellent performance even for its regular price of $60. Yes these are copies of the Original Tomas Black Planetary EP's and there is all kinds of scuttle but going around the inte...
You know how some eyepieces seem to "snap" into focus? And how fun they are to use? Do you have a drawer full of low-grade eyepieces that have a muddy, incoherent focus? False color? Will not allow the usable magnification for your telescope? This Astromania 1.25" 4mm 58-Degree Planetary Eyepiece is...
I'll start with the eyepiece for those who are interested in my thoughts on it. I reassembled the eyepiece after removing it from it's box (see photo) and waited for dark. Given I received an obviously returned item I don't know if it has any defects or not with regards to visuals. Viewing Saturn an...
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