{"id":14505,"date":"2026-04-03T19:04:39","date_gmt":"2026-04-03T17:04:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/?post_type=product&#038;p=14505"},"modified":"2026-04-03T19:04:53","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T17:04:53","slug":"sky-watcher-startravel-102-500-az-pronto","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/product\/sky-watcher-startravel-102-500-az-pronto\/","title":{"rendered":"Sky-Watcher Startravel 102\/500 AZ PRONTO"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Sky-Watcher Startravel 102\/500 AZ PRONTO: wide field, versatility and simplicity<\/h3>\n<p>Visit <strong>Sky-Watcher Startravel 102\/500 AZ PRONTO<\/strong> is the ideal telescope for amateur astronomers looking for a simple, high-performance and extremely versatile instrument. Designed in the \u201cgrab-and-go\u201d spirit, it offers rapid set-up and ease of use, while delivering bright, immersive images. Thanks to its compact design and excellent value for money, it's a perfect choice for beginners and experienced observers alike who want a lightweight, versatile instrument.<\/p>\n<p>This model belongs to the <strong>Startravel<\/strong>, the world's first wide-field observatory. It is a <strong>two-lens achromatic refractor<\/strong>, offering excellent optical quality. With a diameter of <strong>102 mm<\/strong> and a short focal length of <strong>500 mm<\/strong> (i.e. a fast focal ratio of <strong>f\/4.9<\/strong>), this telescope is particularly well suited to rich-field observations. It allows you to explore vast areas of the sky with bright, detailed images.<\/p>\n<p>The Startravel 102 excels at observing <strong>star cluster<\/strong>and <strong>nebulae<\/strong>and <strong>star fields<\/strong>and <strong>comets<\/strong> and <strong>bright galaxies<\/strong>. It is also very effective for observing <strong>Moon<\/strong> and <strong>planets<\/strong>, It also offers a spectacular view of lunar and solar eclipses (with a suitable filter). Its ability to capture <strong>62.5% more light than an 80 mm model<\/strong> ensures brighter, more detailed images.<\/p>\n<p>This versatile telescope is also perfectly suited to terrestrial observation. Thanks to the <strong>right-angle 45\u00b0 return<\/strong> Thanks to its high light output, it offers a straight image, ideal for observing nature or distant subjects during the day. Its fast focal ratio also makes it an excellent choice for photography, whether astrophotography or terrestrial DSLR photography, thanks to its <strong>direct connection for camera<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>The telescope is supplied with two eyepieces of <strong>10 mm and 20 mm<\/strong>, which enables magnifications of <strong>x50 and x25<\/strong>. It can reach a maximum useful magnification of <strong>x204<\/strong>, offering great flexibility depending on the targets observed. The <strong>red dot viewfinder<\/strong>\u00a0makes it easy to point at objects, making the experience fluid and accessible, even for beginners.<\/p>\n<p>Visit <strong>Dual-Fit 1.25\u2033\/2\u2033 eyepiece holder<\/strong> is an important asset, enabling the use of accessories in a variety of formats to extend observation possibilities. This flexibility is particularly appreciated by users wishing to upgrade their equipment over time.<\/p>\n<p>The frame <strong>AZ PRONTO Alt-Azimuth<\/strong> is designed for stability and intuitive operation. Equipped with <strong>slow motion controls<\/strong> on the azimuth and altitude axes, for precise and comfortable tracking of celestial objects. Its full rotation at <strong>360\u00b0 in azimuth<\/strong> and its amplitude of <strong>-70\u00b0 to +90\u00b0 at altitude<\/strong> ensure freedom of movement.<\/p>\n<p>The tripod in <strong>stainless steel<\/strong> is sturdy and stable, yet height-adjustable from <strong>680 mm to 1160 mm<\/strong>. It is accompanied by a <strong>21.5 cm extension tube<\/strong>, An accessory tray completes the package for practical use in the field. An accessory tray completes the package for practical use in the field.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, the telescope is supplied with a <strong>universal smartphone adapter<\/strong>, compatible with <strong>54 to 90 mm wide<\/strong>. This accessory makes it easy to capture images of the Moon or sky, offering an excellent introduction to astrophotography.<\/p>\n<p>The Sky-Watcher Startravel 102\/500 AZ PRONTO is a complete, high-performance, upgradeable instrument. Its versatility, ease of use and wide-field observation capabilities make it an excellent choice for discovering astronomy and photography, while enjoying the benefits of a practical, transportable telescope.<\/p>\n<h3>Technical specifications<\/h3>\n<table border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"8\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Features<\/th>\n<th>Detail<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Optical type<\/td>\n<td>Achromatic refractor<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Lens 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 (20 mm) \/ x50 (10 mm)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Maximum useful magnification<\/td>\n<td>x204<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Optical treatment<\/td>\n<td>Multi-layer<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Light collection<\/td>\n<td>+62.5% vs 80 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Supplied eyepieces<\/td>\n<td>10 mm &amp; 20 mm (1.25\u2033)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Researcher<\/td>\n<td>red dot viewfinder<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Lens holder<\/td>\n<td>Dual-Fit 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>Photo compatibility<\/td>\n<td>Direct DSLR connection<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Frame<\/td>\n<td>AZ PRONTO Alt-Azimuth<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Movements<\/td>\n<td>Slow azimuth &amp; altitude controls<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Frame rotation<\/td>\n<td>360\u00b0 (azimuth), -70\u00b0 to +90\u00b0 (altitude)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Tripod<\/td>\n<td>Stainless steel with accessory tray<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Tripod height<\/td>\n<td>680 mm to 1160 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Extension<\/td>\n<td>21.5 cm tube included<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Smartphone adapter<\/td>\n<td>54 to 90 mm (universal)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; T\u00e9lescope Sky-Watcher Startravel 102\/500 AZ PRONTO : grand champ, polyvalence et simplicit\u00e9 Le Sky-Watcher Startravel 102\/500 AZ PRONTO est un t\u00e9lescope id\u00e9al pour les astronomes amateurs \u00e0 la recherche d\u2019un instrument simple, performant et extr\u00eamement polyvalent. 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