Comparison
Origin Mark II vs Odyssey
Origin Mark II has the wider field (1.32° × 0.75° vs 0.75° × 0.56°), so it frames large targets such as the Andromeda Galaxy more easily; Odyssey shows smaller objects at a larger scale. Of our 20 popular targets, Origin Mark II frames 8 well and Odyssey 11.
- Wider field: Origin Mark II.
- Lower official price: Odyssey ($2,599).
- Lighter: Odyssey (4 kg).
- Larger aperture: Origin Mark II (152 mm), which gathers more light per exposure.
| Spec | Origin Mark II | Odyssey |
|---|---|---|
| Aperture | 152 mm | 85 mm |
| Focal length | 335 mm | 320 mm |
| Native field of view | 1.32° × 0.75° | 0.75° × 0.56° |
| Targets framed well | 8 / 20 | 11 / 20 |
| Weight | 18.9 kg | 4 kg |
| Wide-angle camera | Not listed | Not listed |
| Mosaic mode | Not listed | Not listed |
| Official price | $4,299 | $2,599 |
Both frames on the same targets
Solid gold: Origin Mark II. Dashed blue: Odyssey.
Where they differ
| Target | Origin Mark II | Odyssey |
|---|---|---|
| M27 Dumbbell Nebula | small in the frame | fits well |
| M16 Eagle Nebula | small in the frame | fits well |
| M104 Sombrero Galaxy | small in the frame | fits well |
Where to buy the Origin Mark II
Where to buy the Odyssey
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Questions and answers
- Which is better for large targets, the Origin Mark II or the Odyssey?
- The Origin Mark II, because it has the wider field of view.
- Which frames more popular targets well?
- The Odyssey (11 of 20, against 8).
- Which is cheaper?
- The Odyssey, at an official price of $2,599.
- Which is lighter?
- The Odyssey, at about 4 kg.