Skywatcher AP 150/1200 ED EQ6R Apochromatic Refractor GoTo

Skywatcher AP 150/1200 - Apochromatic Refractor for extreme sharpness

You choose the Skywatcher AP 150/1200 when you want maximum clarity, color purity and control. This is a telescope that gives you immediate benefits: sharper images, bright colors and stable tracking during long sessions. Ideal if you are serious about astrovisual observation or astrophotography.

Sharp, clear and pure image

The 150 mm ED-dublet lets you see details that disappear in ordinary refractors. The lens lets light pass cleanly without color errors, so your image remains tight - even at high magnification. You can see fine structures in nebulae, sharp edges around the moon and small contrast differences on planets.The special MHC coating lets almost all the light through. This keeps your image clear, even when you zoom in for a long time. You notice it immediately: you have to search less, because objects jump into view faster.

Color purity that makes a difference

The ED lens works for you day and night. You see colors as they should be, without purple edges or distortion. You get peace of mind in the image, making you look comfortable longer. For astrophotography, that means sharper stars and cleaner shots, so you have less to correct afterwards.

EQ6-R Pro: stable tracking without effort

You place the tube on the EQ6-R Pro and immediately notice how calm the image remains. The belt drive keeps the motion smooth. No jerking, no annoying play. You track objects effortlessly, even with heavy cameras.The improved pole height adjustment makes alignment easy. You turn the knobs slightly, and it's instantly right. One press of SynScan finds thousands of objects without searching.

Ready for photography and visual observation

This setup is strong enough for longer exposures, but also ideal for visual viewing. You see the moon with high sharpness, the rings of Saturn tightly separated, and fine bands on Jupiter that normally fade quickly.Thanks to the stable mount and bright optics, you get immediate results, both through the eyepiece and on your camera's sensor.

What to expect

✓ Moon: razor-sharp edges, shadows and mountains
✓ Planets: distinct color bands and fine structures
✓ Deep-sky: bright nebulae, star clusters and galaxies with contrast
✓ Astrophotography: great for detail-rich shots

Specifications

Optics

Focuser

Mount

Tripod

Included accessories

General

Observation goals