Sky-Watcher SkyMax-127 Telescope with AZ5 Deluxe

Sky-Watcher SKYMAX-127 127mm (5″) F11.8 Deluxe Telescope with AZ5 Mount – 10262

The Sky-Watcher SKYMAX-127 is a versatile and powerful 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope, ideal for both astronomical and high-power daytime terrestrial observations. With its 1500mm focal length and multi-coated optics, this telescope provides clear, high-contrast views of double stars, lunar details, and bright planets. The compact design and easy-to-use AZ5 Deluxe Alt-Azimuth mount make it a perfect grab-and-go telescope, offering smooth control and stability for an immersive stargazing experience.

Key Features & Benefits

• 127mm Aperture with Enhanced Light-Gathering: The 127mm primary mirror delivers 55% more light-gathering power than a 102mm telescope, allowing for brighter and more detailed views of celestial objects.
• High-Resolution, Long Focal Length Optics: With a 1500mm focal length (f/11.8), this telescope excels in producing sharp, high-magnification views, ideal for observing double stars, lunar craters, and planetary details.
• Multi-Coated Optics: The high-quality, multi-coated optics enhance contrast and sharpness, allowing you to see celestial objects in vivid clarity.
• Erect Image Diagonal: The included 90 erect image diagonal provides an upright, fully corrected image, making the telescope suitable for both astronomical and terrestrial observations.
• AZ5 Deluxe Alt-Azimuth Mount: The well-engineered AZ5 mount provides precise control with slow-motion cables for both azimuth and altitude, allowing smooth and stable tracking of objects. It offers a 360 azimuth rotation and -50 to +90 altitude movement for comprehensive viewing.
• User-Friendly Accessories: Includes two eyepieces (10mm and 25mm) for magnifications of x60 and x150, along with a 6×30 finderscope to help locate celestial objects with ease.

Specifications

• Aperture: 127mm (5 inches)
• Focal Length: 1500mm (f/11.8)
• Magnifications (with included eyepieces): x60 and x150
• Highest Practical Power: x254
• Eyepieces Supplied: 10mm & 25mm (1.25″)
• Finderscope: 6×30
• Diagonal: 90 erect image, 1.25″
• Mount Type: AZ5 Deluxe Alt-Azimuth with slow-motion controls
• Mount Rotation: 360 (Azimuth), -50 to +90 (Altitude)
• Tripod Height Range: 86.5cm – 158.5cm
• Total Weight: 8.6kg

Performance

The Sky-Watcher SKYMAX-127 provides a powerful yet easy-to-use setup for both celestial and terrestrial viewing. Its compact design, high-resolution optics, and stable AZ5 mount make it a fantastic choice for those looking for a quality, portable telescope. Whether observing the Moon, planets, or landscapes, the SKYMAX-127 offers a versatile and rewarding experience for beginners and seasoned astronomers alike.