Sky-Watcher SkyMax 127 AZ-5 Maksutov Telescope

Sky-Watcher SkyMax 127 AZ-5 Maksutov Telescope is a compact but powerful telescope that excels in detailed observations of the Moon and planets. With an aperture of 127 mm and a focal length of 1500 mm (f/12), this Maksutov delivers high-contrast and razor-sharp images.

The long focal point allows you to observe planets at high magnifications. The cloud bands of Jupiter, the Cassini line in Saturn's rings and the polar caps of Mars are clearly visible. The Moon appears in stunning detail, from large craters to fine rills. Bright deep-sky objects such as the Orion Nebula, the Pleiades and the Andromeda Nebula also show up well, although this telescope remains primarily specialized for lunar and planetary observations.

The included 25 mm and 10 mm eyepieces offer low and high magnifications. The 2x Barlow lens doubles your magnification for even more detail. The 90° prism diagonal provides a comfortable viewing position, while the red-dot finder helps you quickly locate objects. The stable AZ-5 mount with fine adjustment screws makes it easy to accurately track objects without complicated settings.

Application
The SkyMax 127 AZ-5 is ideal for beginners and advanced observers who want to see sharp and high-contrast images of the Moon and planets. Its compact design makes the telescope easy to carry and quick to use. It is less suitable for deep-sky photography, but as a visual telescope for planets, the Moon and binary stars, this model is among the best choices in its price range.

Specifications

• Details: High contrasts, ideal for planetary and lunar viewing
• Type: Maksutov-Cassegrain
• Opening: 127 mm
• Focal length: 1500 mm
• Focal ratio: f/12
• Mounting: AZ-5 (alt-azimutal, manual with fine adjustment)
• Eyepieces included: 25 mm and 10 mm (1.25″)
• Accessories: 2x Barlow lens, 90° prism diagonal
• Viewfinder: red-dot finder
• Tripod: Aluminum tripod included