Skywatcher Skyliner 200P Dobsonian Telescope 10717

Sky-Watcher Skyliner 200P Dobsonian Telescope (10717) – Large Aperture, Incredible Performance

A Powerful Dobsonian for Deep-Sky & Planetary Observing

The Sky-Watcher Skyliner 200P Dobsonian is a high-quality 203mm (8") Newtonian reflector, offering exceptional performance at an affordable price. Featuring a large parabolic primary mirror and a smooth, easy-to-use Dobsonian mount, this telescope delivers stunning views of planets, galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters.

Designed for serious beginners and experienced astronomers, the Skyliner 200P provides 77% more light-gathering power than a 150mm telescope, revealing faint deep-sky objects with incredible clarity. Its simple yet stable Dobsonian mount allows for intuitive manual tracking, making it an ideal choice for both casual stargazing and detailed observations.

Key Features

• 203mm (8") Parabolic Primary Mirror: Provides sharp, high-contrast images with minimal aberration.
• 1200mm Focal Length (f/5.91): Well-balanced focal ratio for detailed planetary views and deep-sky observations.
• Dual-Fit 1.25"/2" Focuser: Compatible with both 1.25” and 2” eyepieces for enhanced flexibility.
• 9x50 Finderscope: Helps with quick and accurate object location.
• Wooden Alt-Azimuth Dobsonian Mount: Offers smooth, manual tracking without slow-motion controls.
• 0.5mm Ultra-Thin Secondary Mirror Supports: Reduces diffraction for higher contrast and sharper views.
• Direct SLR Camera Connection: Ideal for basic astrophotography.

What Can You Observe?

With its large 8" aperture, the Skyliner 200P delivers bright, detailed views of celestial objects, including:

• The Moon’s surface in high resolution
• Jupiter’s cloud bands, Great Red Spot, and four Galilean moons
• Saturn’s rings and Cassini Division
• Mars’ surface features and polar ice caps
• Venus’ phases
• Bright deep-sky objects, including the Orion Nebula & Andromeda Galaxy
• Globular clusters, open star clusters, and faint galaxies

Included Accessories

• 10mm & 25mm Eyepieces (1.25") – Providing magnifications of x48 & x120
• 9x50 Finderscope – Assists with easy object location
• Dual-Fit 1.25"/2" Crayford Focuser – Smooth, precise focusing
• Sturdy Wooden Dobsonian Mount – Offers stable, easy-to-use manual tracking

Stable & Easy-to-Use Dobsonian Mount

• Smooth Alt-Azimuth Motion: Track objects easily by hand—no slow-motion controls needed.
• Perfectly Balanced Design: Uses friction-based movement for smooth, precise adjustments.
• Quick & Simple Setup: No complicated alignment—just point, move, and observe.

Why Choose the Sky-Watcher Skyliner 200P Dobsonian?

✔ Large 8" aperture for deep-sky and planetary excellence
✔ Parabolic mirror with ultra-thin supports for crisp, high-contrast views
✔ Dobsonian mount for smooth, intuitive manual tracking
✔ Great for both beginners and experienced astronomers
✔ Dual-speed Crayford focuser for precise focusing
✔ Perfect for serious visual observing & basic astrophotography

The Sky-Watcher Skyliner 200P Dobsonian is a powerful, easy-to-use telescope that delivers stunning, high-contrast views of the cosmos. Whether you’re exploring distant galaxies, nebulae, or the planets in our solar system, this large-aperture Dobsonian provides an unmatched stargazing experience at an incredible value!