{"id":14413,"date":"2026-03-30T14:29:32","date_gmt":"2026-03-30T12:29:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/?post_type=product&#038;p=14413"},"modified":"2026-03-30T14:29:45","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T12:29:45","slug":"startravel-102-500","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/product\/startravel-102-500\/","title":{"rendered":"StarTravel 102\/500"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>StarTravel 102\/500 - Compact wide-field telescope for observation and astrophotography<\/h3>\n<p>Visit <strong>Sky-Watcher StarTravel 102\/500<\/strong> is a compact, versatile achromatic refractor telescope, ideal for astronomers looking for a simple, high-performance instrument that's easy to transport. Designed as a true <em>grab-and-go<\/em>, It can be used immediately without any complex configuration, whether for observing the night sky or for daytime terrestrial observations.<\/p>\n<p>Thanks to its short focal length design and wide-field optics, this telescope offers an immersive experience for exploring deep-sky objects, while remaining perfectly suited to photography and nature observation.<\/p>\n<h3>High-quality achromatic optics for a wide field of view<\/h3>\n<p>The StarTravel 102 is equipped with an achromatic lens with <strong>two lenses<\/strong>, This guarantees reliable, proven optical performance. Its <strong>102 mm<\/strong> combined with a <strong>500 mm focal length (f\/4.9)<\/strong> makes it a fast telescope, ideal for wide-field observations.<\/p>\n<p>This type of instrument is particularly effective for observing <strong>starfields<\/strong>the <strong>cluster<\/strong>the <strong>nebulae<\/strong> and <strong>bright galaxies<\/strong>. It also provides beautiful views of the <strong>Moon<\/strong> and <strong>planets<\/strong>, while offering excellent luminosity thanks to its treatment <strong>Multi-Coated<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>With a light-gathering capacity <strong>62.5 % compared with 80 mm model<\/strong>, It reveals more detail and considerably improves the quality of observations. The eyepieces supplied allow magnifications of <strong>x25 and x50<\/strong>, while the maximum useful magnification can reach <strong>x204<\/strong> in good conditions.<\/p>\n<h3>Perfect for astrophotography and terrestrial photography<\/h3>\n<p>The fast f\/4.9 focal ratio makes this telescope particularly suitable for <strong>wide-field astronomical photography<\/strong>. It makes it easy to capture celestial events such as <strong>lunar eclipses<\/strong> and <strong>solar<\/strong> (with appropriate filters), as well as spectacular night landscapes.<\/p>\n<p>The StarTravel 102 can also be used as a fixed lens for <strong>terrestrial photography<\/strong>, offering detailed images of landscapes and nature. Visit <strong>direct connection for SLR cameras<\/strong> simplifies camera installation.<\/p>\n<p>A <strong>universal smartphone adapter<\/strong> is included, compatible with cameras from 54 to 90 mm wide, making it easy to capture images of the sky or nature directly with a phone.<\/p>\n<h3>Convenient design and easy transport<\/h3>\n<p>This telescope is designed for quick and easy use. Its compact size and low weight make it ideal for travel or impromptu observations. Mounting bar <strong>45 mm dovetail type<\/strong> with standard thread <strong>1\/4\u2033-20<\/strong> allows easy installation on various tripods or mounts.<\/p>\n<p>Visit <strong>1.25\u2033\/2\u2033 double-format eyepiece holder<\/strong> ensures extensive compatibility with a wide range of accessories, offering great flexibility in upgrading. The 45\u00b0 rectifying bend ensures a straight image, particularly useful for terrestrial observation.<\/p>\n<h3>Accessories included for immediate use<\/h3>\n<p>The Sky-Watcher StarTravel 102\/500 OTA comes with a complete set of accessories:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>10 mm and 20 mm (1.25\u2033) eyepieces<\/li>\n<li>Red Dot Finder<\/li>\n<li>Universal smartphone adapter<\/li>\n<li>45\u00b0 rectifier bend (1.25\u2033)<\/li>\n<li>1.25\u2033\/2\u2033 double-format eyepiece holder<\/li>\n<li>Direct connection for SLR cameras<\/li>\n<li>45 mm dovetail bar with tripod thread<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This complete kit lets you start observing and photographing immediately, without the need for additional accessories.<\/p>\n<h3>Technical specifications<\/h3>\n<table border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"6\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Specification<\/th>\n<th>Detail<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Type<\/td>\n<td>Achromatic refractor<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Optical design<\/td>\n<td>Two air-separated lenses<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Diameter<\/td>\n<td>102 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Focal length<\/td>\n<td>500 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Focus report<\/td>\n<td>f\/4,9<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Magnifications supplied<\/td>\n<td>x25 and x50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Maximum magnification<\/td>\n<td>x204<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Eyepieces<\/td>\n<td>10 mm and 20 mm (1.25\u2033)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Lens holder<\/td>\n<td>Double format 1.25\u2033\/2\u2033<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Angled return<\/td>\n<td>45\u00b0 rectifier (1.25\u2033)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Viewfinder<\/td>\n<td>Red dot<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Camera connection<\/td>\n<td>SLR + smartphone compatible<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mounting<\/td>\n<td>45 mm dovetail + 1\/4\u2033-20 thread<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Optical treatment<\/td>\n<td>Multi-Coated<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Light collection<\/td>\n<td>+62.5 % vs 80 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Visit <strong>Sky-Watcher StarTravel 102\/500<\/strong> is the ideal telescope for amateurs looking for a versatile, high-performance, easy-to-carry instrument. Perfect for wide-field observation, astrophotography and terrestrial photography, it offers a complete and accessible experience for exploring the sky and nature.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; StarTravel 102\/500 \u2013 T\u00e9lescope compact grand champ pour observation et astrophotographie Le Sky-Watcher StarTravel 102\/500 est un t\u00e9lescope r\u00e9fracteur achromatique compact et polyvalent, id\u00e9al pour les astronomes \u00e0 la recherche d\u2019un instrument simple, performant et facile \u00e0 transporter. 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