Why do we consider the SkyWatcher 90/900 refractor telescope one of the best choices for those planning to purchase their first telescope? The answer is simple: its optics provide sharp images and require minimal maintenance. Additionally, it boasts an unparalleled rich basic equipment - the basic package allows for 6 different magnifications - making its price/performance ratio excellent.
SkyWatcher 90/900 Refractor Telescope - Ideal Instrument for Beginner Planet Observers
Thanks to its outstandingly high contrast and sharp imaging, it offers an unforgettable experience of observing Saturn with its magnificent rings and the visible Cassini Division. Jupiter's swirling cloud bands and Great Red Spot are also clearly visible. Naturally, the silvery moon disk with its countless craters will provide a captivating view. Moreover, numerous colorful double stars and sparkling star clusters are accessible with this instrument.
Rich Equipment
The telescope comes with 25 mm and 10 mm Super Barium eyepieces, offering 36x and 90x magnifications. The included Barlow lens multiplies these magnifications, providing additional 54x, 72x, 135x, and 180x magnifications. A zenith mirror aids the comfortable use of the telescope. The 6x30 finderscope simplifies celestial alignment. The basic model features an inverted finderscope, while the deluxe version includes an upright one, making celestial objects easier to identify according to star maps. The zenith mirror in the basic package provides an upright but left-right reversed image. For nature observation, an amici-prism can be purchased for a correct-side image. The focuser is 1.25" in size, with a T2 thread at the end for attaching DSLR cameras.
Equatorial Mount
The EQ-2 mount is equipped with slow motion control, allowing smooth manual tracking of the sky. The optionally purchasable clock drive further eases this operation by automatically keeping the target within the telescope's field of view. Various accessories can be placed on the SkyWatcher 90/900 refractor's eyepiece tray, even a hot observing tea. The extendable aluminum legs can be adjusted to suit one's height. If cost-effectiveness is important, choose the EQ-2 version, and for outstanding stability, opt for the EQ-3 version.
