{"id":14731,"date":"2026-04-22T11:28:11","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T09:28:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/?post_type=product&p=14731"},"modified":"2026-04-22T11:28:25","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T09:28:25","slug":"sky-watcher-az4-2","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/product\/sky-watcher-az4-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Sky-Watcher AZ4-2 (stainless steel tripod)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sky-Watcher AZ4-2: robust, fluid and versatile alt-azimuth mount<\/h3>\n

Visit Sky-Watcher AZ4-2<\/strong> is an alt-azimuth frame renowned for its ease of use, remarkable stability and fluidity of movement<\/strong>. Highly appreciated by amateur astronomers and terrestrial observers alike, it's an ideal solution for those looking for a mount that's quick to install, requires no complex set-up and offers excellent observing comfort.<\/p>\n

Designed to accommodate both spotting scopes and compact telescopes, the AZ4 impresses with its mechanical robustness and intuitive handling. It's perfectly suited to spontaneous sessions, nomadic visual observations or daytime use with a telescope.<\/p>\n

A simple, effective alt-azimuth frame<\/h3>\n

The Sky-Watcher AZ4 works on the alt-azimuth principle, i.e. with two natural axes:<\/p>\n

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  • Altitude<\/strong> up\/down movement<\/li>\n
  • Azimut<\/strong> left\/right rotation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    This system makes it easy to get to grips with the instrument, even for beginners. Simply point the instrument at the desired target, without any alignment procedures or complex settings.<\/p>\n

    This simplicity makes it a particularly popular mount for visual observation of the Moon, planets, star clusters and terrestrial landscapes.<\/p>\n

    Fluid movements and natural precision<\/h3>\n

    The AZ4 is equipped with separate clutches on altitude and azimuth axes<\/strong>. This system makes it possible to precisely adjust the tension of each axis according to the weight of the optical tube installed and the user's preferences.<\/p>\n

    Travel is renowned for being extremely fluid<\/strong>, This makes manual tracking of celestial objects much easier. Even at high magnification, movements remain smooth and progressive.<\/p>\n

    This mechanical quality provides real comfort of use, particularly during long planetary or lunar observations.<\/p>\n

    Ergonomic guide arm<\/h3>\n

    The frame is supplied with a panoramic control arm<\/strong> can be fixed in two different positions<\/strong>. This lever allows you to move the instrument with precision, while maintaining excellent control.<\/p>\n

    This system is particularly convenient for :<\/p>\n

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    • Manual tracking of celestial objects<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • Ground observation<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • Rapid movement between several targets<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Handling remains intuitive and natural, even with a medium-sized instrument.<\/p>\n

      Extensive compatibility with many instruments<\/h3>\n

      The optical tubes are attached via a Sky-Watcher \/ Vixen standard dovetail<\/strong>, This guarantees broad compatibility with a wide range of scopes, from Maksutov and Schmidt-Cassegrain compacts to small Newtons.<\/p>\n

      A L bracket included<\/strong> also makes it easy to assemble :<\/p>\n

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      • A terrestrial spyglass<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • A camera<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • A small telescope<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        This versatility makes the AZ4 a frame that can be used both day and night.<\/p>\n

        Ultra-stable 1.75\u2033 steel tripod<\/h3>\n

        The frame rests on a 1.75\u2033 stainless steel tripod<\/strong>, This solid base effectively limits vibrations and enhances viewing comfort. This solid base effectively limits vibrations and improves viewing comfort, especially with longer instruments.<\/p>\n

        The tripod provides a very appreciable sense of security, and allows full use of the mount's load-bearing capacity.<\/p>\n

        High load capacity<\/h3>\n

        The Sky-Watcher AZ4-2 accepts relatively large instruments for a manual mount of this type. In particular, the manufacturer recommends a maximum load equivalent to Sky-Watcher Explorer 150PL (150\/1200 mm)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

        This makes it ideal for :<\/p>\n

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        • Bezels from 80 to 120 mm<\/strong><\/li>\n
        • Maksutov 127 \/ 150 mm<\/strong><\/li>\n
        • Newton compact or medium<\/strong><\/li>\n
        • High-end spotting scopes<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Technical specifications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
          Features<\/th>\nDetail<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
          Type<\/td>\nManual alt-azimuth frame<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          Axes<\/td>\nAltitude + Azimuth<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          Tension adjustment<\/td>\nSeparate clutches on both axes<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          Control<\/td>\nAdjustable panoramic arm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          Tube mounting<\/td>\nVixen \/ Sky-Watcher dovetail<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          Accessories included<\/td>\nL bracket for spyglass \/ photo<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          Tripod<\/td>\nStainless steel 1.75\u2033<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          Recommended load<\/td>\nUp to Explorer 150PL<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

          Why choose the Sky-Watcher AZ4-2?<\/h3>\n

          Visit Sky-Watcher AZ4-2<\/strong> is an excellent choice for users looking for a frame reliable, stable, quick to use and a pleasure to use every day<\/strong>. It lets you enjoy the sky without technical constraints, while offering true mechanical quality.<\/p>\n

          Its robustness, fluidity and extensive compatibility make it a benchmark among manual alt-azimuth mounts. Whether for visual astronomy or terrestrial observation, it offers a simple, efficient and durable experience.<\/p>\n

          The AZ4-2 is the ideal solution for those who want to observe more... and set less.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

          Sky-Watcher AZ4-2 : monture alt-azimutale robuste, fluide et polyvalente La Sky-Watcher AZ4-2 est une monture alt-azimutale r\u00e9put\u00e9e pour sa simplicit\u00e9 d\u2019utilisation, sa stabilit\u00e9 remarquable et la fluidit\u00e9 de ses mouvements. Tr\u00e8s appr\u00e9ci\u00e9e des astronomes amateurs comme des observateurs terrestres, elle constitue une solution id\u00e9ale pour ceux qui recherchent une monture rapide \u00e0 installer, sans mise […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":14732,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[822],"product_cat":[20,759],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-14731","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_brand-sky-watcher","product_cat-montures","product_cat-alt-azimutales","first","on_supplier","taxable","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/14731","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=14731"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/14732"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14731"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=14731"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=14731"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=14731"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}