{"id":14739,"date":"2026-04-22T14:08:08","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T12:08:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/?post_type=product&#038;p=14739"},"modified":"2026-04-22T14:08:22","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T12:08:22","slug":"sky-watcher-az-eq5-gt","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/product\/sky-watcher-az-eq5-gt\/","title":{"rendered":"Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5-GT"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5-GT: high-performance hybrid Go-To Alt-Azimuth and Equatorial mount<\/h3>\n<p>Visit <strong>Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5-GT<\/strong>\u00a0is a high-end motorized astronomical mount with a unique dual purpose: <strong>Alt-Azimuth (AZ) mode<\/strong> and <strong>Equatorial mode (EQ)<\/strong>. This exceptional versatility means the mount can be adapted to suit your needs, whether for fast visual observation or precision astrophotography.<\/p>\n<p>Equipped with the famous <strong>SynScan Go-To<\/strong>, it can automatically point and track more than <strong>42,900 celestial objects<\/strong>. Robust, silent and precise, it is one of the most versatile frames in its category.<\/p>\n<h3>Two modes of use in a single frame<\/h3>\n<p>The great strength of the AZ-EQ5-GT is its ability to operate in two configurations:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Equatorial mode (EQ)<\/strong> ideal for astrophotography and precise tracking<\/li>\n<li><strong>Alt-Azimuth (AZ) mode<\/strong> perfect for quick visual observation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In equatorial mode, the mount precisely compensates for the Earth's rotation, which is essential for long exposures.<\/p>\n<p>In alt-azimuth mode, it becomes very easy to use, and particularly practical for spontaneous observation evenings.<\/p>\n<h3>Double mounting in Alt-AZ mode<\/h3>\n<p>In alt-azimuth configuration, the AZ-EQ5-GT allows you to mount <strong>two telescopes simultaneously in parallel<\/strong>. This feature is ideal for :<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Compare two instruments<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Using a telescope + a guide telescope<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Multi-person observation<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The load capacity then reaches <strong>15 kg + 15 kg<\/strong>, making it an extremely versatile solution.<\/p>\n<h3>Freedom-Find\u2122 technology<\/h3>\n<p>The frame incorporates patented <strong>Freedom-Find\u2122 Dual Encoder<\/strong>. This allows the telescope to be moved manually on the axes without losing alignment or stored coordinates.<\/p>\n<p>This means you can point at an object by hand and then immediately resume Go-To without recalibration. A real convenience for everyday use.<\/p>\n<h3>Go-To SynScan and huge database<\/h3>\n<p>The snowshoe <strong>SynScan<\/strong> includes a database of <strong>42 900+ items<\/strong>, including :<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Messier<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>NGC<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>IC<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Named stars<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Planets, Sun and Moon<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The system provides fast, accurate automatic pointing with precision up to <strong>5 minutes of arc RMS<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3>Precise, silent mechanics<\/h3>\n<p>The AZ-EQ5-GT uses <strong>1.8\u00b0 hybrid stepper motors<\/strong> combined with advanced transmission via <strong>worm + belt<\/strong>, for smooth, precise and silent operation.<\/p>\n<p>Displacements are referred to as <strong>Whisper Quiet<\/strong>, particularly appreciated for night-time observation.<\/p>\n<p>Its resolution reaches approximately <strong>0.25 arc second<\/strong>, The result is an excellent level for imaging.<\/p>\n<h3>Advanced functions for astrophotography<\/h3>\n<p>In EQ mode, the mount features a number of advanced functions:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>PPEC<\/strong> (permanent correction of periodic error)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Self-steering port<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>USB interface<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>2 DSLR trigger ports<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Software-assisted set-up<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These features make it a serious base for long exposure astrophotography.<\/p>\n<h3>Transportable yet robust<\/h3>\n<p>With only <strong>7.7 kg without tripod or counterweight<\/strong>, Yet the mount head remains surprisingly light for its capabilities.<\/p>\n<p>It is supplied with :<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>1.75\u2033 stainless steel tripod<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>2 x 3.5 kg counterweights<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>2 x 45 mm Vixen \/ Sky-Watcher saddles<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It's the perfect combination of portability and stability.<\/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>Type<\/td>\n<td><strong>AZ \/ EQ Go-To hybrid mount<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Payload EQ<\/td>\n<td><strong>15 kg<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>AZ payload<\/td>\n<td><strong>15 kg + 15 kg<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Head weight<\/td>\n<td>7.7 kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Database<\/td>\n<td><strong>42 900+ items<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Resolution<\/td>\n<td>~0.25 arc-seconds<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Tracking speeds<\/td>\n<td>Sidereal, solar, lunar<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Connections<\/td>\n<td>USB, autoguider, DSLR<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>Why choose the Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5-GT?<\/h3>\n<p>Visit <strong>AZ-EQ5-GT<\/strong>\u00a0is one of the most versatile frames on the market. It lets you take advantage of a simple AZ-mode frame for visuals, then a precise equatorial system for photography.<\/p>\n<p>Its technology <strong>Freedom-Find\u2122<\/strong>, Its dual-instrument capability and advanced functions make it an ideal solution for demanding astronomers looking for upgradeable equipment.<\/p>\n<p>It's perfect for those who want to <strong>a single frame that does it all<\/strong> fast observation, automatic tracking and serious astrophotography.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5-GT : monture hybride Go-To Alt-Azimutale et \u00c9quatoriale haute performance La Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5-GT\u00a0est une monture astronomique motoris\u00e9e haut de gamme offrant une double utilisation unique : mode Alt-Azimuth (AZ) et mode \u00c9quatorial (EQ). 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