More products from the brand :Sky-Watcher

Skymax-90 EQ-1 telescope

CHF 269

In stock with supplier

Free delivery against signature
Easy, free returns

Skymax-90 EQ-1 telescope: compact and versatile

Visit Skymax-90 EQ-1 telescope is a compact, high-performance instrument, perfectly suited to novice astronomers as well as amateurs looking for an easily transportable telescope. Thanks to its Maksutov-Cassegrain design, it offers excellent image quality in an extremely small format.

Versatile, it can be used for both astronomical and nature observation, making it an ideal companion on the move.

90 mm Maksutov optics: contrast and precision

Featuring a 90 mm and a long focal length of 1250 mm (f/13.9), This telescope is renowned for its high-contrast, sharp images. Its Maksutov optical formula reduces aberrations and produces sharp images, especially on bright objects.

With a resolving power of around 1.28 arc seconds, it is particularly well-suited to observation:

  • the Moon in fine, contrasting detail
  • planets such as Jupiter and Saturn
  • double stars

Its light-gathering capacity, approximately 170 times greater than the human eye, It can also be used to explore deep-sky objects such as the Orion nebula.

Ultra-compact and portable

The MC 90/1250 features an extremely compact design. Lightweight (approx. 1.4 kg for the tube), it slips easily into a bag or carry-on, making it an excellent choice for travel.

Ground observation and photography

This telescope can also be used as a spyglass for nature observation. Its long focal length makes it ideal for observing distant subjects such as birds.

Focusing is achieved via an internal primary mirror displacement system, offering high precision and a wide adjustment range.

EQ1 equatorial mount: precision and learning

The telescope is mounted on a EQ1 equatorial mount, ideal for learning how to track celestial objects. Once aligned with the North Star, it enables precise tracking of objects thanks to micrometric movements on the right ascension and declination axes.

The counterweight ensures that the unit is well-balanced, while the aluminum tripod guarantees stability and lightness.

Accessories included

The telescope comes with the essential accessories to get you started:

  • 25 mm and 10 mm (1.25″) eyepieces
  • red dot researcher
  • 90° angled return (31.75 mm)

An introductory astronomy manual is also included to help beginners with their first observations.

Performance and limits

The MC 90/1250 is particularly efficient for and the Moon, This is thanks to its high magnification and excellent contrast. On the other hand, it is less suited to the observation of extended deep sky objects, due to its more limited aperture.

Nevertheless, it makes an excellent introductory instrument and an ideal complement to a larger telescope.

Technical data table

Features Detail
Optical type Maksutov-Cassegrain
Diameter 90 mm
Focal length 1250 mm
Focus report f/13.9
Separating power 1,28″
Max. magnification x180
Frame Equatorial EQ1
Pipe weight 1.4 kg
Total weight 9.3 kg
Accessories 10 mm & 25 mm eyepieces, angled guide, red dot finder

Conclusion

Visit Skymax-90 EQ-1 is a compact, high-performance and highly versatile telescope. Ideal for beginners and nomadic observers, it offers superb planetary performance and ease of transport, making it an excellent companion for exploring the sky wherever you are.

Products in the same category

Sky-Watcher Explorer-250PDS (OTA) (f/4.7)
Sky-Watcher Explorer-250PDS (OTA) (f/4.7)
CHF 639
Sky-Watcher SKYMAX-180 PRO EQ5 PRO
Sky-Watcher SKYMAX-180 PRO EQ5 PRO
CHF 2'098
Monture à fourche Paramount Taurus 400
Paramount Taurus 400 fork mount
CHF 18'999
Skywatcher Explorer 130M Motorisé
Skywatcher Explorer 130M Motorized
CHF 349
Celestron CGX 1100 HD – Le pack EdgeHD 11" sur monture équatoriale
Celestron CGX 1100 HD - The EdgeHD 11" equatorial mount package
CHF 5'990
Sky-Watcher Evostar 150 EQ5 Pro GoTo
Sky-Watcher Evostar 150 EQ5 Pro GoTo
CHF 1'647
Sky-Watcher Heritage-150P Virtuoso GTi
Sky-Watcher Heritage-150P Virtuoso GTi
CHF 498
Sky-Watcher AZ-GTi
Sky-Watcher AZ-GTi
CHF 325
Dobson Bresser Messier 5" (127mm)
Dobson Bresser Messier 5" (127mm)
CHF 239
Sky-Watcher EQ8-R PRO (Tête)
Sky-Watcher EQ8-R PRO (Head)
CHF 3'649
Dobson de table StarSense 150mm avec pointage par smartphone
StarSense 150mm tabletop Dobson with smartphone pointing
CHF 589
StarTravel 120/600 AZ3
StarTravel 120/600 AZ3
CHF 479
Skywatcher Skyhawk-114
Skywatcher Skyhawk-114
CHF 229
Monture Celestron CGX-L complète
Complete Celestron CGX-L mount
CHF 4'799
Sky-Watcher AZ4-1 (trépied aluminium)
Sky-Watcher AZ4-1 (aluminum tripod)
CHF 199
Skywatcher Skymax-90 OTA
Skywatcher Skymax-90 OTA
CHF 219

Our new products

Trépied acier inoxidable pour Sky-Watcher CQ350
Stainless steel tripod for Sky-Watcher CQ350
CHF 698
Kit de contrepoids Sky-Watcher 2.3 kg
Sky-Watcher counterweight kit 2.3 kg
CHF 49
Tube d'extension trépied carbone WAVE (Star Adventurer 2i, GTi, AZ-GTi et AZ-GTiX)
WAVE carbon tripod extension tube (Star Adventurer 2i, GTi, AZ-GTi and AZ-GTiX)
CHF 159
Trépied carbone pour Sky-Watcher Wave 100i-150i
Carbon tripod for Sky-Watcher Wave 100i-150i
CHF 338
Gamme Oculaires Sky-Watcher Nirvana 82°
Sky-Watcher Nirvana 82° eyepiece range
CHF 475
Roue à filtres WandererAstro Snowflake 7+1 pour filtres 2" montés
WandererAstro Snowflake 7+1 filter wheel for 2" mounted filters
CHF 399
Filtre lunaire 1.25" Celestron
1.25" Celestron moon filter
CHF 29
Pare-Buée Celestron 8" et 6"
Celestron 8" and 6" mist guards"
CHF 49
Baader Hyperion 8mm 1.25"
Baader Hyperion 8mm 1.25"
CHF 159
Baader T-Ring Wide Canon R
Baader T-Ring Wide Canon R
CHF 39
[category_menu_mobile]