Skywatcher Heritage-100P: the ultimate travel Dobson
Compact, lightweight and incredibly practical Skywatcher Heritage-100P is a tabletop Dobson telescope designed for those who want to observe the sky without constraints. Whether you're hiking, camping or even flying, this little Newton is ready to go wherever you are. Thanks to its modular design, the optical tube detaches easily from the mount, making it easy to transport and store.
Surprisingly powerful optics in a small package
With its 100 mm parabolic primary mirror, this telescope isn't just cute: it's high-performance. It offers high contrast to explore nebulae, star clusters, distant galaxies, and even planetary details such as the Cassini division in Saturn's rings. Setting it in motion is intuitive: a simple touch of the hand is all it takes to orientate the instrument in both axes.
Rare installation flexibility
The Skywatcher 100P is not limited to its Dobson base. It incorporates a standard photo thread 3/8" for easy mounting on a photo tripod. Even better: its tube is equipped with a dovetail type GP/EQ5This makes it compatible with equatorial frames such as the EQ3 or EQ5.
An ideal companion for nomadic observation
Its intuitive design, great versatility and optical performance make it a perfect choice for novice astronomers or enthusiasts looking for a backup instrument for night-time escapades.
Summary of technical specifications
| Features |
Detail |
| Optical type |
Newton on Dobson mount |
| Mirror diameter |
100 mm |
| Focal length |
400 mm (f/4) |
| Primary mirror |
Parabolic |
| Frame |
Tabletop Dobson, wooden base with alt-azimuth movement |
| Tripod compatibility |
Yes, 3/8" photo thread |
| Dovetail |
Type GP/EQ5 |
| Transport |
Very easy, ideal for air travel |
Recommended applications
- Travel observation excellent portability and performance
- Landscape observation good (with image rectifier)
- Deep sky observation very good for clusters and nebulae
In short, the Skywatcher Heritage-100P is a telescope with astonishing power despite its small size. Easy to use, transport and set up, it's seductive in its simplicity without sacrificing observation quality. A must-have for those curious about the sky in search of freedom.
