Sky-Watcher Dobsonian Telescope N 203/1200 Skyliner FlexTube BD DOB

The Sky-Watcher Dobsonian Telescope N 203/1200 Skyliner FlexTube BD DOB is designed for enthusiasts who want maximum performance without sacrificing mobility. The retractable truss tube makes this telescope easy to transport and set up, perfect for observation sessions in the backyard or at dark sky locations in or outside the city.

The Sky-Watcher 203/1200 FlexTube Dobsonian is one of the smartest solutions for stargazers seeking power, ease of use, and mobility. Thanks to its retractable tube design, this 8-inch Dobsonian fits in your trunk or closet while offering the same optical performance as a fixed telescope.

The 203 mm parabolic mirror captures enough light for deep-sky objects and delivers detailed images of the moon and planets. With a focal length of 1200 mm (f/5.9), you get a balanced combination of magnification and field of view — perfect for both star clusters and planetary details.

What can you see with it?
✓ Moon: craters, shadow structures, and mountains
✓ Jupiter: cloud bands, moons, and shadow transits
✓ Saturn: rings and Cassini Division
✓ Orion Nebula, Andromeda, M13, double cluster
✓ Double stars and faint deep-sky objects in dark skies

What makes this model special?
– FlexTube-truss: tube retracts for transport, extends for use
– 2″ Crayford focuser: smooth and precise focusing
– T2 connection: ready for photography (with T2-ring, optional)
– Tension Control System: adjust friction during targeting
– Choice between manual or GoTo variant

Manual or GoTo?
– The manual version (€595) is purely focused on visual observation with maximum control.
– The GoTo variant (€1,379) automatically finds and tracks thousands of objects – ideal for comfort, speed, and convenience.

What’s in the box:
– Newton telescope 203/1200 mm (FlexTube)
– Dobsonian mount (manual or GoTo, your choice)
– Crayford focuser 2 “with 1.25” adapter and T2 thread
– Eyepieces: 10 mm & 25 mm
– 9×50 optical finder
– Manual
– Free Telescope ABC guide from telescoop.nl

Who is this model suitable for?
For both beginners and advanced users who want a powerful Dobsonian that’s also portable. The FlexTube is robust, user-friendly, and thanks to its optics and design, provides years of viewing pleasure — with or without GoTo system.

Not suitable for:
✘ Deep-sky photography (no tracking via EQ mount)
✘ Solar observation without solar filter
✘ Daytime landscape viewing