Sky-Watcher Newton 200/1000 EQ5 GoTo

With a 200mm aperture, this telescope opens up new details in deep sky observing for the observer as compared to smaller telescopes. With 78% more light gathering ability compared to a 150mm telescope, even the delicate spiral arms of many galaxies and additional structures in other nebulae can be observed.  Globular clusters, such as the famous M13 cluster in Hercules, can be resolved at their edges to a large degree. The parabolic primary mirror is diffraction limited, allowing sharp images of the object. The very high-contrast optics are optimised by the use of a small secondary mirror and thin secondary mirror spider vanes,  allowing sharp and bright planetary observing even at higher magnification. The OTA has a solid 2-inch Crayford focuser for a low image shift focusing - of particular importance at high magnifications and for astrophotography. The use of 2 inch eyepieces allows the maximum possible field of view to be exploited. The telescope has an f5 aperture ratio, putting it in the class of 'fast' Newtonian telescopes, so this telescope is particularly well suited to astrophotography.

 

The OTA is also visually a real gem, featuring an elegant design for the both OTA and finder scope in an aesthetically pleasing shimmering black.

 

The advantages in a nutshell:

• relatively high light gathering power thanks to 200mm aperture
• resistant to the effects of vibration and wind
• diffraction limited parabolic primary mirror
• high-contrast image due to thin secondary mirror spider vanes and small secondary mirror
• well suited to astrophotography due to the 'fast' optics

 

The EQ-5 Pro GoTo mount:

 

T his mount is a further development of the EQ-5 Pro in a white design. It provides a solid platform for most medium-sized telescopes and is excellent for exploring the night sky. The polar elevation at the observing site can be set using the fine scale provided and adjusted perfectly by using two screws. A polar finder can be retrofitted. Fully equipped with motors in both axes and a SynScan hand control box to give you a complete GoTo mount: the EQ-5 is suitable not only for visual observing, but also for getting started in astrophotography. With a little practice, you will soon be able to produce successful images of galaxies and nebulae.

 

Included in delivery:

 

• E Q-5 Pro GoTo mount
• SynScan hand control box
• pole finder
• suitable counterweights
• tubular steel tripod
• extra brace with eyepiece tray

 

OpticsType Refle ctorType of buildNewton Aperture (mm) 200Focal length (mm) 1000Aperture ratio (f/) 5Resolving capacity 0,58Limit value (mag) 13,3Light gathering capacity 820Max. useful magnification 400Tube weight (kg) 8,8Tube constructionFull tubeReflectorMain mirror´s construction parabolicsecondary mirror designPlanAdjustableyesVentilation for central mirror noFocuserType of buildCrayford Connection ( to eyepiece) 2Gear reductionwithoutConnecting threaded socket (camera-side)T2MountType of build EQ5 Pro SynScanGoTo control yesMounting type Equatorial Power supply12Power consumption (mA)2000MotorsStepper motorsWeight (kg)23,4Load capacity (kg)10GoTo controlAlignment method2-star, brightest starDatabase42.900Precision1Hand ControllerSynScanTracking speedssideral, solar and lunarSoftwareSynScanGoTo LanguagemultilingualInterfacesUSB 2.0TripodTypeTripodMaterialSteelCanibell eyesAccessory plateyesTripod leg diameter (mm)45Included accessoriesEyepiece adaptor1,25" & 2"Finder scope 9x501.25'' eyepieces 25mm, 10mmBarlow Lens 2xCounterweight (piece)2Polar finder scopeyesTube clampsyesPrism railVixen-StyleGeneralSeriesEQ-5 shippi ng weight (kg) 41,5Area of applicationMoon & PlanetsyesNature ObservationnoNebulae & galaxiesyesSun no (Only with appropriate Sun filter)Recommended forBeginners yesAdvanced yesObservator ies no