Sky-Watcher Explorer 300PDS NEQ6 Pro GoTo Telescope – A High-Performance Deep-Sky Powerhouse
An Advanced Astrophotography & Deep-Sky Observing Telescope
The Sky-Watcher Explorer 300PDS NEQ6 Pro GoTo is a high-performance 305mm (12") Newtonian reflector telescope, designed for serious visual astronomers and astrophotographers. With a large aperture, precision parabolic optics, and advanced tracking capabilities, this telescope excels at revealing deep-sky galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters in exceptional detail.
Paired with the NEQ6 Pro Go-To Equatorial Mount, the Explorer 300PDS offers fully computerised object tracking and heavy-duty stability, making it an ideal setup for long-exposure astrophotography and high-resolution deep-sky viewing.
Key Features
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305mm (12") Parabolic Primary Mirror: Captures 44% more light than a 250mm telescope, revealing fainter deep-sky objects and finer details in galaxies and nebulae.
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1500mm Focal Length (f/4.9): A fast focal ratio for deep-sky astrophotography, offering wide fields of view and shorter exposure times.
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2" Dual-Speed 10:1 Crayford Focuser: Provides smooth, ultra-precise focusing, essential for astrophotography and high-magnification observing.
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0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports: Minimises diffraction for higher contrast and sharper images.
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Shortened Optical Tube Design: Optimised for prime-focus astrophotography.
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9x50 Finderscope: Helps with quick and accurate object tracking.
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Heavy-Duty NEQ6 Pro Go-To Mount: Offers precise motorised tracking with a 42,900+ object SynScan database.
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2" Stainless Steel Tripod: Provides superior stability for imaging and visual use.
Astrophotography-Ready Design
- Fast f/4.9 Optics for Shorter Exposure Times
- Stable NEQ6 Pro Mount for Long-Exposure Imaging
- Dual-Speed Crayford Focuser for Precise Camera Adjustments
- Compatible with Coma Correctors for Edge-to-Edge Sharpness
This telescope is perfect for imaging deep-sky objects, such as:
✔ Spiral structures in galaxies (e.g. Andromeda, Whirlpool Galaxy)
✔ Fine details in nebulae (e.g. Orion, Lagoon, Rosette Nebulae)
✔ Dense star fields in globular clusters (e.g. Hercules Cluster M13)
✔ Planetary nebulae and faint deep-space objects
What Can You Observe?
With its large 12" aperture, the Explorer 300PDS provides incredible detail on:
- The Moon’s craters, ridges, and valleys
- Jupiter’s cloud bands, Great Red Spot, and moon transits
- Saturn’s rings, Cassini Division, and multiple moons
- Mars’ polar ice caps and surface markings
- Venus’ phases
- Deep-sky galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters in breathtaking detail
Included Accessories
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28mm LET Eyepiece (2") – Provides 53.5x magnification
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9x50 Finderscope – Assists with quick target acquisition
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2" Dual-Speed 10:1 Crayford Focuser – Ensures pinpoint precision for high-powered viewing & imaging
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NEQ6 Pro Go-To Equatorial Mount – Fully motorised for automated tracking & Go-To functionality
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42,900+ Object SynScan Database – Locates Messier, NGC, IC, Caldwell, and solar system objects
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Heavy-Duty 2" Stainless Steel Tripod – Provides exceptional stability for imaging
Why Choose the Sky-Watcher Explorer 300PDS NEQ6 Pro?
✔ Large 12" aperture for deep-sky and planetary excellence
✔ Go-To mount for automatic tracking of celestial objects
✔ Fast f/4.9 optics for astrophotography and wide-field observing
✔ Ultra-stable NEQ6 Pro mount for long-exposure imaging
✔ Dual-speed focuser for fine adjustments
✔ Optimised for astrophotography with a shortened tube design
The Sky-Watcher Explorer 300PDS NEQ6 Pro GoTo Telescope is a top-tier instrument for serious astronomers, offering outstanding visual and imaging performance. Whether you’re capturing the fine details of distant galaxies or exploring intricate planetary structures, this Go-To Newtonian reflector delivers unparalleled clarity, tracking precision, and astrophotography potential!
