There is no doubt that the SkyWatcher 114/900 Newtonian telescope is an ideal choice for those looking to invest the price of a department-store telescope in a genuine astronomical instrument.
The 11 cm optics are large and high-quality enough to reveal the Moon’s craters in remarkable detail, while Saturn’s rings and Jupiter’s cloud bands will not remain hidden from curious eyes either. With sufficient patience, even the brightest galaxies and star clusters can be observed.
The manufacturer has made a smart compromise between quality and size. The package includes 10 mm and 25 mm Super Barium eyepieces, providing 36x and 90x magnification. The supplied 2x Barlow lens doubles these magnifications, giving additional 72x and 180x magnification options. The Deluxe version is supplied with a 6x30 finder scope, while the basic model features a much smaller and simpler 6x24 version.
The SkyWatcher 114/900 Newtonian telescope is available in two configurations: with an EQ-1 or EQ-2 mount. The latter has a higher load capacity, resulting in less vibration during use. Both mount versions feature slow-motion controls and can be upgraded with a clock drive. The eyepiece tray can hold a range of accessories, even your observing tea. The extendable aluminium tripod legs can be adjusted to suit your height.
