Brand: William Optics

William Optics RedCat 91 WFID APO Petzval OTA (L-RC91)

L-RC91

Brand: William Optics

William Optics RedCat 91 WFID APO Petzval OTA (L-RC91)

L-RC91

Step up your astrophotography game with the William Optics RedCat 91, an advanced apochromatic refractor tailored for full-frame and medium-format cameras. This latest addition to the RedCat series combines portability with superior optical performance, making it a versatile tool for capturing breathtaking detail in deep-sky objects.

Highlights:

  • Petzval Design, No Backfocus Hassles: The 5-element Petzval design eliminates the need for backfocus adjustments, providing sharp, edge-to-edge images with pinpoint stars—ideal for wide-field and detailed astrophotography alike.
  • Full-Frame & Medium-Format Ready, No Extra Flattener Needed: With a large 50mm image circle, the RedCat 91 is perfect for both full-frame and medium-format cameras. Its advanced optics achieve flat-field images without requiring an additional flattener, giving astrophotographers the freedom to capture expansive views with unparalleled clarity.
  • Fast f/4.9 Focal Ratio: The RedCat 91's fast f/4.9 focal ratio is designed for bright, vivid captures of galaxies, nebulae, and beyond, ensuring excellent light-gathering power and sharp detail even on faint celestial objects.
    Seamless WIFD Focusing: Equipped with William Optics'
  • WIFD focuser, the RedCat 91 provides precise, stable focusing without additional adjustments, enhancing the ease of use for both seasoned astrophotographers and beginners.

The RedCat 91 blends the trusted RedCat heritage with William Optics’ innovative design, making it the ultimate choice for those ready to elevate their night-sky explorations.

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Product Description

RedCat 91 Optical Design

The William Optics RedCat 91 is the even bigger brother to the highly-regarded RedCat 51 and RedCat 71, which has been raved about by astrophotographers since its release. Building on its siblings' success, the RedCat 91 keeps the same f/4.9 focal ratio and Petzval optical design. This optical design uses five lens elements instead of the three found in triplet refractors. By incorporating this extra elements, the RedCat 91 is able to achieve a flat field without the need for an additional field flattener.

RedCat 91 Image Circle & Camera Compatibility

The flat field image circle on the WO RedCat 91 is over 50mm in diameter, meaning it can provide round stars to the corners on a full frame camera, not something many telescopes can claim in this price range. The RedCat 91 telescope comes with a 48mm/54mm thread on the back, meaning you can easily attach any dedicated astronomy camera with a standard M48x0.75 connection such as ZWO. For DSLR and mirrorless users, simply add an M48 t-ring for your camera type and you'll be ready to do astrophotography right out of the box.

Game-Changing WIFD Focuser

This telescope features William Optics' new patented WIFD focuser. This game-changing design allows the telescope to focus by moving lens elements internally instead of externally. This has numerous benefits, including reducing vignetting, focuser sag, and most importantly, sensor tilt. The WIFD focuser is also compatible with the ZWO EAF out of the box.

Includes William Optics Slide-Base UniGuide 32mm Scope

The 32 mm UniGuide guide scope from William Optics has a focal length of 120 mm and a focal ratio of f/3.75. The guide scope comes with a Vixen-style slide-base. This base is compatible with the William Optics saddle carry handle and the Cat Handle bar (neither handles are included).

The back of the William Optics 32mm UniGuide scope comes with an M42 thread for attaching 1.25" cylindrical-type guide cameras such as QHY, SBIG, and ZWO cameras. Tightening knobs will ensure a stable fit for the attached guiding equipment.

  • Aperture: 32mm
  • Focal length: 120mm
  • Focal ratio: f/3.75
  • Length: 265mm
  • Weight: 240g
  • Available Back Focus: 20.1mm

What can I see with a William Optics RedCat 91 WFID APO Petzval OTA (L-RC91)?

Here are some simulated views of common objects. Results with your telescope will vary with viewing conditions, obrits, equipment and more.

Jupiter with

25mm Eyepiece - 14x Magnification

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Jupiter with

10mm Eyepiece - 35x Magnification

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Jupiter with

5mm Eyepiece - 70x Magnification

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Moon with 25mm Eyepiece

14x Magnification

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Moon with 10mm Eyepiece

35x Magnification

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Moon with 5mm Eyepiece

70x Magnification

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Andromeda with 36mm Eyepiece

10x Magnification

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Andromeda with 25mm Eyepiece

14x Magnification

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Andromeda with 10mm Eyepiece

35x Magnification

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What's in the Box

  • William Optics 91mm Tube
  • William Optics Slide-Base UniGuide 32mm Scope
  • M48 and M54 Adapter
  • Dust Cover with Bahtinov Mask
  • Mounting Plate
  • Mounting Ring
  • Soft Carrying Case
  • Allen Key Set

Specifications

Focal Length: 448mm
Diameter: 91mm
Aperture: f/4.9
Focuser: WIFD (WilliamOptics Internal Focus Design)
Image Circle: 45mm Full Frame
Tube Length: 556mm
Tube Weight: 10.41 lbs
Total Weight: 13.89 lbs

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