The Sky-Watcher Dobsonian Telescope N 200/1200 Skyliner Classic DOB is known as one of the most popular Dobsonians worldwide – and for good reason. This 8-inch model offers an impressive combination of simplicity, light-gathering power, and value for money.
Sky-Watcher Dobsonian Telescope N 200/1200 Skyliner Classic DOB – the most chosen 8-inch Dobsonian for visual observation
Looking for a powerful telescope to see the moon, planets, and deep-sky objects in impressive detail — without complicated mounting or software? Then the Sky-Watcher Skyliner 200/1200 Dobsonian is the classic among Dobsonians.
With a 200 mm parabolic mirror, you capture enough light for faint nebulae and galaxies, as well as sharp images of Saturn or lunar craters. The f/6 ratio provides a nice balance between field of view and magnification. You get stable images and sharpness at higher magnifications.
What can you see with it?
✓ The moon in razor-sharp detail: craters, mountains, shadows
✓ Jupiter: moons, cloud bands, shadow transits
✓ Saturn: rings and Cassini Division
✓ Deep-sky objects like Andromeda, the Orion Nebula, M13
✓ Open and globular clusters, even under moderate sky conditions
What makes this telescope so popular?
– True 8-inch optics (200 mm) = lots of light and detail
– Crayford focuser (2 inch): smooth focusing without play
– Tension Control System: adjust mount resistance yourself
– Wooden rockerbox with fluid movement in altitude and azimuth
– No electronics needed: point, observe, wonder
– Ready to use out of the box – no complicated adjustment
What’s included?
– Newton reflector telescope 200/1200 mm
– Dobsonian mount (wood, with Tension Control)
– Crayford focuser 2″ with 1.25″ adapter
– 9×50 optical finder
– 10 mm and 25 mm eyepieces
– Manual + 80-page Telescope ABC guide
Who is this model perfect for?
For beginners and advanced users who want to see more without technical barriers. This Dobsonian is built for visual use, and it does this better than most models in its class. No motors, no apps – just point and discover.
Not suitable for:
✘ Deep-sky object photography (no tracking)
✘ Solar observation without special solar filter
✘ Indoor or daytime use (inverted image)
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