Comparison
eQuinox 2 vs Origin Mark II
Origin Mark II has the wider field (1.32° × 0.75° vs 0.76° × 0.57°), so it frames large targets such as the Andromeda Galaxy more easily; eQuinox 2 shows smaller objects at a larger scale. Of our 20 popular targets, eQuinox 2 frames 11 well and Origin Mark II 8.
- Wider field: Origin Mark II.
- Lower official price: eQuinox 2 ($2,899).
- Lighter: eQuinox 2 (7 kg).
- Larger aperture: Origin Mark II (152 mm), which gathers more light per exposure.
| Spec | eQuinox 2 | Origin Mark II |
|---|---|---|
| Aperture | 114 mm | 152 mm |
| Focal length | 450 mm | 335 mm |
| Native field of view | 0.76° × 0.57° | 1.32° × 0.75° |
| Targets framed well | 11 / 20 | 8 / 20 |
| Weight | 7 kg | 18.9 kg |
| Wide-angle camera | Not listed | Not listed |
| Mosaic mode | Not listed | Not listed |
| Official price | $2,899 | $4,299 |
Both frames on the same targets
Solid gold: eQuinox 2. Dashed blue: Origin Mark II.
Where they differ
| Target | eQuinox 2 | Origin Mark II |
|---|---|---|
| M27 Dumbbell Nebula | fits well | small in the frame |
| M16 Eagle Nebula | fits well | small in the frame |
| M104 Sombrero Galaxy | fits well | small in the frame |
Where to buy the eQuinox 2
Where to buy the Origin Mark II
Celestron storeOfficial store · $4,299 list price
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Questions and answers
- Which is better for large targets, the eQuinox 2 or the Origin Mark II?
- The Origin Mark II, because it has the wider field of view.
- Which frames more popular targets well?
- The eQuinox 2 (11 of 20, against 8).
- Which is cheaper?
- The eQuinox 2, at an official price of $2,899.
- Which is lighter?
- The eQuinox 2, at about 7 kg.