SkyWatcher Skymax-90 Maksutov-Cassegrain (90/1250) on EQ1 mount (white tube)

This SkyWatcher Skymax 90MC telescope is recommended for those who are looking for a really compact sized telescope. The scope is lightweight and short (length is 24cm, with focuser 29cm), so it is easy to transport. The optical quality is very good, and central obstruction is 32% only resulting in a sharp and contrasty images. The focuser has a T-mount as well to attach a camera. A 10mm and 25mm Barium eyepiece is included (50x and 125x) and a 31.7mm star diagonal and StarPointer as well. The magnification range can be extended to 30-180x.. The focuser has a T-mount as well to attach a camera. A 10mm and 25mm Barium eyepiece is included (50x and 125x) and a 31.7mm star diagonal and StarPointer as well. The magnification range can be extended to 30-180x.

The EQ1 mount is sufficient for this short and lightweight tube. It has slow motion controls on both axes and can be equipped with a clock drive as well. The legs can be extended to set the proper height of the mount.