Sky-Watcher 150mm f/7.8 Dobson Telescope

Discover the wonders of deep sky with the Sky-Watcher 150mm f/7.8 Dobson telescope, perfect for starting astronomical observation. Versatile and transportable, this instrument allows you to explore planets, the Moon, and the brightest nebulae with great ease.

Features:

• Optical design: Newton
• Effective diameter: 150mm
• Focal length: 1200mm
• F/D ratio: 7.8
• Primary mirror: Parabolic
• Resolving power: 0.77 arc seconds
• Limiting magnitude visually: 12.7
• Eyepiece holder: Dual color 50.8/31.75mm without microfocuser
• Optical tube length: 1120mm
• Optical tube weight: 5.8kg
• Mount: Azimuthal Dobson (non-motorized)
• Base weight: 8kg

Advantages:

• Robust construction and easy to use, perfect for beginners
• Quality optics with a parabolic mirror for sharp and clear images
• Ideal for planetary observation and deep sky objects such as nebulae and galaxies
• Transportable and easy to assemble, perfect for outdoor use

Compatibility:

• Compatible with various standard accessories such as eyepieces and Barlow lenses
• 31.75mm adapter included to use eyepieces of the same format from the 50.8mm output

Tips and tricks:

• Make sure to collimate the telescope well to achieve the best possible image quality
• Use a 6x30 achromatic finder to locate celestial objects more easily

The Sky-Watcher 150mm f/7.8 Dobson telescope is the ideal choice for those looking to dive into astronomy. Offering an excellent performance/price ratio, it promises unforgettable observation evenings and fascinating discoveries.