Don't be fooled by the price of this SkyWatcher TravelMax 102/1300 MC binocular: it's almost the only thing it has in common with the supermarket binoculars. The small instrument has surprisingly good optics, easily capable of magnification up to 200x (with optional eyepieces) thanks to its long 1300 mm focus. At this magnification, you can study the surface of the Moon in detail, or Saturn with its magnificent ring. The short tube of less than 30 cm and the lightweight mechanics make the instrument easily portable, so you can take it almost anywhere.
The SkyWatcher TravelMax 102/1300 MC comes with 25 and 10 mm Super Bárium eyepieces, offering magnifications of 52x and 130x, respectively. As the telescope is upright (but with left-right inverted images), it can also be used for nature observation. It can also be used as a telephoto lens thanks to the T2 thread at the end and the possibility of attaching a tripod.
EQ-2 mechanics: simple but great
The binoculars are supplied with NEQ-2 mechanics, which are mounted on a steel base, making them slightly more stable and less shaky. It also has the added advantage of a prismatic rail connection, which makes mounting and removing the scope quick and easy. It has a fine adjustment so you can follow the sky with your binoculars easily and smoothly by hand. The optionally available Equipotential Focuser (EQ-2 motor) makes this operation even easier by automatically keeping the target in the field of view of your scope. The eyepiece tray can be fitted with a variety of accessories, including a sighting tee.
