Sky-Watcher Explorer 150PDS - Newton f/5 telescope optimized for astrophotography
A formidable instrument for home astrophoto!
Visit Sky-Watcher Explorer 150PDS is a direct evolution of the famous Explorer-150P Black Diamond. It retains the excellent 150 mm parabolic mirror,
but brings two major improvements:
- Crayford 10:1 multiplied eyepiece holder for precise focusing, essential in photography.
- Shortened tube to enable direct focusing with an unmodified camera.
Associated with Sky-Watcher coma corrector (product code 20233), the 150PDS reveals its full potential:
sharp stars right up to the edge of the field, enhanced contrast, and outstanding visual and imaging performance.
Technical specifications of the Sky-Watcher Explorer 150PDS
| Telescope type |
Newton reflector |
| Primary mirror diameter |
150 mm |
| Focal length |
750 mm (f/5) |
| Magnification with supplied eyepiece |
x27 |
| Recommended maximum magnification |
x300 |
| Supplied eyepiece |
28 mm LET (2″, or 50.8 mm) |
| Researcher |
6×30 optical |
| Lens holder |
Crayford 2″ with 10:1 ratio + 1.25″ adapter |
| Mirror coating |
Radiant™ Aluminum Quartz (RAQ™), reflectivity 94% |
| Secondary mirror supports |
Ultra-thin 0.5 mm brackets |
| Light collection |
33% greater than 130 mm |
High-quality parabolic mirror: sharp, detailed images
Unlike the spherical mirrors often found in short focal length instruments, the parabolic mirror the 150PDS
corrects spherical aberrations. All light rays converge on a single focal point, ensuring the best possible illumination. sharp, high-contrast images rich in detail.
A versatile telescope for visual and imaging applications
The Sky-Watcher Explorer 150PDS is ideal for those who want to begin or perfect their skills in deep sky astrophotography while keeping
excellent visual observation capabilities. With a 150 mm aperture and fast f/5 focal length, it excels at nebulae, galaxies and star clusters.
Available now - Fast delivery from Switzerland - Payment by instalments possible
