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Skywatcher Maksutov Telescope SkyMax-150 Pro 150mm 1800mm incl. NEQ-5 mount

This high-quality Maksutov reflector telescope is particularly suitable for the observation of the moon and planets due to its long focal length. It is very portable thanks to its compact design and has only a small leverage on the mount.
BKM150OTA Skywatcher Skymax-150 Pro OTA 150 / 1800mm

The optics already have a sufficiently large opening for the observation of DeepSky objects such as globular clusters.

The optic has a small obstruction, achieved by the small secondary mirror vaporized on the meniscus lens. The meniscus lens provides a very good contrast, e.g. in planetary observations has a very positive effect. The lens corrects the spherical aberration and allows only very few color errors due to its shape. Once again as an overview:

Astronomical observations: The Maksutov has a sharp and diffraction-limited
Optics. The light gathering power provides enough to light faint fog,
Show star clusters and galaxies. The focus is on the given focal length and the resulting possible magnification but at moon, planets and with a corresponding filter (never without a filter in the sun look!) Our central star with the sunspots.

Spotting scope for nature observations: The Maksutov can also be used during the day. Here he also shows his sharp and contrasting image.
A bright picture at a higher magnification lets nature lovers and animal watchers get their money's worth. You will be enthusiastic!

Photography: This telescope has an integrated T2 port, the adaptation of cameras is possible.
You have a powerful extreme telephoto lens with 1800mm focal length with a F / 12 aperture. Run the target object (motorized mount), you can with moon and planets, if necessary. the sun with a suitable filter (pay attention!), Record videos that you can process with the (usually freely downloadable) editing programs to the best pictures. Here you can also ask us, we are happy to advise you!

A Maksutov is just perfect for the moon and planets. If you live in a polluted area and you do not have the opportunity to move to darker areas, you should definitely include this system in your considerations. If you can not see enough deep sky objects anyway, a telescope for the moon and planets (sun ONLY with a suitable filter) is considered. Even in light polluted areas, these objects will always be a worthwhile destination due to their brightness. Although bright deep sky objects are possible, the main focus will be on the moon and planets.

Enjoy beautiful lunar and detailed planet observations (like the rings of Saturn, moon shadow games on Jupiter or its big red spot) and also interesting deep-sky excursions to brighter objects, such as the Orion Nebula, the open binary star cluster (h and chi) in the Perseus or even the galaxy groups M81, not to mention the star cluster in the Hercules M 13!

Together with the bright and high-contrast image, here are beautiful details. Of course, the field of view is slightly smaller than short-range devices, but I do not need it on the moon and planets. Since the longer focal length is advantageous because you do not need additional Barlow lens for higher magnifications. This is used at very high magnifications, if the visibility conditions (low air movement, good transparency of the sky ...) allow it. (Bear in mind that every movement of air is magnified.) Since the moon reflects enough light, it will be used primarily to observe the craters and surface structures of our satellite.


Skywatcher SkyMax-150 Pro 150 / 1800mm NEQ-5

The mount NEQ-5:

This mount is an evolution of the EQ-5 in white design. It provides a solid base for most of the larger looks and is great for beautiful night sky walks. If you have previously aligned the parallactic mount on the pole star, you can easily aim an object, adjust it and track with the knobs. Fine adjustments are possible in right ascension and declination. The pole height of the observation site can be adjusted via a fine scale and perfectly fixed with two screws. Electric tracking motors with one control can be retrofitted for both axes: The NEQ-5 is not only suitable for visual observation, but also for entry into astrophotography. Long-term exposures are also possible with optional enhancements such as the motor set or the GoTo upgrade kit. With a little practice succeed in pictures of fog objects and galaxies.

Scope of delivery of the mount:

- Mount with knobs for manual adjustment
- stable steel tube stand (height adjustable from 97cm to 121cm)
- Polsucher
- additionally stabilizing spreading element with eyepiece tray
- coordinated counterweight (s)


Technical specifications:
 
optics
type reflector
type Maksutov
Opening (mm) 150
Focal length (mm) 1800
Aperture ratio (f /) 12
Resolution (arcseconds) 0.77
Limit size (mag) 12,7
Light collection capacity (-fold of a 7mm pupil) 460
Max. Sensible enlargement (-fold) 300
Tube weight (kg) 5,6
Okularauszug
Connection (eyepiece side) (inch) 2
mount
Type NEQ-5
GoTo control no
Mounting type Equatorial
no tracking
tripod
Type Tripod
material steel
Included accessories
Eyepieces 2 '' 28mm
Finderscope 9x50 WW
Deflection optics Zenith mirror 2 "- 90 °
General
series SkyMax
application areas
Moon & Planets yes
Fog & galaxies yes
Nature observation yes
Astrophotography yes
Sun not recommended (only with a suitable solar filter)
Recommended for ...
beginners no
advanced yes
Savvy amateurs yes