Product Description
Sky-Watcher Explorer 200P (EQ5) Newtonian Reflector Telescope – Powerful, Stable & Versatile
A High-Performance Telescope for Intermediate & Advanced Astronomers
The Sky-Watcher Explorer 200P (EQ5) is a premium 200mm (8") Newtonian reflector, designed for serious visual observers and astrophotographers. With its large aperture, superb parabolic optics, and f/5 focal ratio, this telescope excels at deep-sky and planetary observations, offering stunningly bright and sharp views.
Paired with the heavy-duty EQ5 equatorial mount, the Explorer 200P allows precise object tracking, making it an ideal choice for long-exposure astrophotography and high-power viewing.
Key Features
- 200mm (8") Parabolic Primary Mirror: Captures 77% more light than a 150mm telescope, revealing fine details in faint deep-sky objects.
- 1000mm Focal Length (f/5): Balanced for deep-sky observing, planetary viewing, and astrophotography.
- EQ5 Deluxe Heavy-Duty Equatorial Mount: Equipped with slow-motion controls and a built-in polar alignment scope holder for precise tracking.
- Dual-Fit 1.25"/2" Focuser: Accepts both 1.25" and 2" eyepieces for flexible viewing options.
- 0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports: Minimises diffraction for higher contrast and sharper images.
- 9x50 Finderscope: Helps easily locate celestial objects.
- Direct SLR Camera Connection: Perfect for astrophotography with the included 2x Deluxe Barlow Lens (with Camera Adaptor).
What Can You Observe?
With its large 8" aperture, the Explorer 200P (EQ5) provides exceptional views of celestial objects, including:
- The Moon’s craters, valleys, and surface details in high resolution
- Jupiter’s cloud bands, Great Red Spot, and four Galilean moons
- Saturn’s rings, Cassini Division, and its largest moons
- Mars’ polar ice caps and seasonal surface changes
- Venus’ phases
- Deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula, Andromeda Galaxy, and the Pleiades
- Globular clusters, double stars, and faint nebulae
Included Accessories
- 10mm & 25mm Eyepieces (1.25") – Providing magnifications of x40 & x100
- 2x Deluxe Barlow Lens (1.25") – Doubles magnification to x80 & x200, includes camera adaptor
- 9x50 Finderscope – Assists with precise object tracking
- EQ5 Heavy-Duty Equatorial Mount – Provides stable, precise manual tracking
- Built-in Polar Alignment Scope Holder – Enhances tracking accuracy
- 1.75" Stainless Steel Pipe Tripod with Accessory Tray – Offers excellent stability
Stable, High-Precision EQ5 Equatorial Mount
- Slow-Motion Controls for Smooth Tracking
- Heavy-Duty Build for Astrophotography & Visual Use
- Polar Alignment Scope Holder for Accurate Alignment
- Upgradeable with Motor Drives or Go-To Systems
Why Choose the Sky-Watcher Explorer 200P (EQ5)?
✔ Large 200mm aperture for deep-sky and planetary excellence
✔ Fast f/5 optics for stunning astrophotography and wide-field views
✔ Sturdy EQ5 mount for smooth, precise tracking
✔ Dual-speed Crayford focuser for accurate focusing
✔ Ideal for serious astronomers and astrophotographers
The Sky-Watcher Explorer 200P (EQ5) Newtonian Reflector Telescope is a high-quality, versatile instrument that offers exceptional optical performance and stability. Whether you’re exploring planets, galaxies, or nebulae, this telescope delivers sharp, bright views with smooth tracking, making it a perfect choice for both visual astronomy and astrophotography!
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