Best Sky Watcher in 2026

PORTABLE NIGHTSCAPE TRACKING PLATFORM: Motorized portable tracking platform perfect for capturing incredible detail of the Milky Way, eclipses and other astronomical objects

WIDE-FIELD ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY: The unique, modular design allows for integration with existing photographic tripods. Wide-field astrophotography as well as time-laps video and telescopic use are all possible with the Star Adventurer.

BUILT-IN ILLUMINATED POLAR FINDERSCOPE: The included illuminated polar finderscope allows for easy and accurate alignment with Polaris.

Portable nightscape tracking platform: Motorized portable tracking platform perfect for capturing incredible detail of the Milky Way, eclipses and other astronomical objects.

Wide-field astrophotography: The unique, modular design allows for integration with existing photographic tripods. Wide-field astrophotography as well as time-lapse video and telescopic use are all possible with the Star Adventurer 2i.

New features: The new, upgraded Star Adventurer 2i includes Wi-Fi, allowing for smartphone control using Sky-Watcher’s free SAM Console app.

EXPERTLY MATCHED GLASS: The EvoStar series features a matched doublet objective including one synthetic fluorite element, providing excellent color correction for visual and photographic uses

OUTSTANDING COLOR CORRECTION: Using the finest quality glass and proprietary Metallic High-Transmission Coatings (MHTC), EvoStar refractors produce tack sharp images with accurate color and minimal aberrations

EVOLVES WITH SKILL: No need to replace this telescope as your skill set evolves. Whether you’re a seasoned astrophotographer or a budding novice, EvoStar refractors are versatile enough to use as your primary optical tube as your skill-set improves

EXPERTLY MATCHED GLASS: The EvoStar series features a matched doublet objective including one synthetic fluorite element, providing excellent color correction for visual and photographic uses

OUTSTANDING COLOR CORRECTION: Using the finest quality glass and proprietary Metallic High-Transmission Coatings (MHTC), EvoStar refractors produce tack sharp images with accurate color and minimal aberrations

EVOLVES WITH SKILL: No need to replace this telescope as your skill set evolves. Whether you’re a seasoned astrophotographer or a budding novice, EvoStar refractors are versatile enough to use as your primary optical tube as your skill-set improves

EXPERTLY MATCHED OPTICS: The Skymax series of Maksutov-Cassegrain optical tubes features matched primary and secondary mirrors with an expertly coated corrector plate that delivers contrast-rich views with charcoal-black skies.

94% REFLECTIVITY MIRROR COATINGS: Using a borosilicate primary mirror with an aluminum coating and a quartz overcoat, Sky-Watcher Maksutov-Cassegrains produce a 94% reflectivity rating for outstanding light transmission.

VIXEN-STYLE DOVETAIL: An industry standard, the Vixen-style dovetail is the most commonly used dovetail plate for astronomy. In addition to this, all Maksutov-Cassegrains come with a ¼-20 tripod thread under each dovetail bar, allowing users to mount to most photographic tripods.

EXPERTLY MATCHED OPTICS: The Skymax series of Maksutov-Cassegrain optical tubes features matched primary and secondary mirrors with an expertly coated corrector plate that delivers contrast-rich views with charcoal-black skies.

94% REFLECTIVITY MIRROR COATINGS: Using a borosilicate primary mirror with an aluminum coating and a quartz overcoat, Sky-Watcher Maksutov-Cassegrains produce a 94% reflectivity rating that delivers crisp, sharp detail.

VIXEN-STYLE DOVETAIL: An industry standard, the Vixen-style dovetail is the most commonly used dovetail plate for astronomy. In addition to this, all Maksutov-Cassegrains come with a ¼-20 tripod thread under each dovetail bar, allowing users to mount to most photographic tripods.

180mm Maksutov-Cassegrain

2700 mm (f/15)

Fully multi-coated

EXPERTLY MATCHED OPTICS: The Skymax series of Maksutov-Cassegrain optical tubes features matched primary and secondary mirrors with an expertly coated corrector plate that delivers contrast-rich views with charcoal-black skies.

94% REFLECTIVITY MIRROR COATINGS: Using a borosilicate primary mirror with an aluminum coating and a quartz overcoat, Sky-Watcher Maksutov-Cassegrains produce a 94% reflectivity rating for outstanding light transmission.

VIXEN-STYLE DOVETAIL: An industry standard, the Vixen-style dovetail is the most commonly used dovetail bar for astronomy.

PORTABLE NIGHTSCAPE TRACKING PLATFORM: Motorized portable nightscape tracking platform perfect for capturing incredible detail of the Milky Way, eclipses and other astronomical objects.

WIFI ENABLED SMARTPHONE CONTROL: Wife enabled allowing for smartphone control using Sky-Watcher Mini’s free SynScan app, compatible with Android and iOD devices.

ATTACH ANY BALL HEAD: Easily mount any ball-head using the included ball-head adapter.

LARGE APERTURE: Get a bright, bold viewing experience at a fraction of the cost of other optical designs.

PROPRIETARY TENSION CONTROL HANDLES: These patented handles allow for accurate movement without the need for perfect balance.

94% REFLECTIVE MIRRORS: Fully multi-coated borosilicate primary and secondary mirrors deliver exceptional views.

LARGE APERTURE: Get a bright, bold viewing experience at a fraction of the cost of other optical designs.

INNOVATIVE COLLAPSIBLE DESIGN: Unique strut design allows for optical tube to collapse for ease of portability while keeping collimation.

PROPRIETARY TENSION CONTROL HANDLES: These patented handles allow for accurate movement without the need for perfect balance.

TRAVEL-SIZED GOTO MOUNT: Weighing just 8. 6 pounds, this computerized Alt-Az tracking mount is perfect for portable, on-the-go, mobile astronomy.

11-POUND PAYLOAD CAPACITY: With a payload capacity of 11 pounds, the AZ-GTi can support most available telescope tubes, as well as most DSLR cameras.

WIFI-ENABLED, APP CONTROLLED: Generating its own proprietary WiFi signal, the AZ-GTi blends 21st century technology with Sky-Watcher’s innovative astronomy equipment, allowing users to control their telescope from a smartphone or tablet.

EXPERTLY MATCHED GLASS: The EvoStar series features a matched doublet objective including one synthetic fluorite element, providing excellent color correction for visual and photographic uses.

OUTSTANDING COLOR CORRECTION: Using the finest quality glass and proprietary Metallic High-Transmission Coatings (MHTC), EvoStar refractors produce tack sharp images with accurate color and minimal aberrations.

PORTABLE TRAVEL SIZE: Using a compact design, this refractor is easy to transport and lightweight to support, making it the perfect travel companion.

PRECISE ACCURATE GOTO: Computerized, motorized GoTo German equatorial telescope mount capable of accurately tracking astronomical objects for both visual observing and astrophotography

BELT DRIVEN STEPPER MOTORS provide whisper-quiet slewing with renowned precision and accuracy while virtually eliminating Periodic Error

44-POUND PAYLOAD: Beefy, all-metal construction provides 44-pound payload capacity, perfect for all but the heaviest optical tubes

LIGHTWEIGHT COMPUTERIZED EQUAORIAL MOUNT: The HEQ5 is ideal for beginning astrophotographers, or skilled astronomers looking for a lightweight computerized equatorial mount.

HEAVY DUTY ROLLER BEARINGS: Heavy duty all-metal roller bearings on both right ascension or declination axis.

BUILT-IN ILLUMINATED POLAR FINDERSCOPE: Included with the mount is a built-in illuminated Polar finderscope, helping users with quick and easy polar alignment..

PRECISE ACCURATE GOTO: Computerized, motorized GoTo German equatorial telescope mount capable of accurately tracking astronomical objects for both visual observing and astrophotography

BELT DRIVEN STEPPER MOTORS provide whisper-quiet slewing with renowned precision and accuracy while virtually eliminating Periodic Error

44-POUND PAYLOAD: Beefy, all-metal construction provides 44-pound payload capacity, perfect for all but the heaviest optical tubes

OPERATES IN AZ, EQ AND DUAL-OTA MODES: Computerized, motorized GoTo German equatorial telescope mount capable of accurately tracking astronomical objects in equatorial and azimuth modes

BELT-DRIVEN STEPPER MOTORS: Belt-driven stepper motors provide whisper-quiet slewing with renowned precision and accuracy

BEEFY ALL-METAL CONSTRUCTION: Beefy, all-metal construction provides 30-pound payload capacity, perfect for all but the heaviest optical tubes

Fast f/4 optics: With a bright f/4 focal ratio, the Quattro Imaging Newtonian captures greater detail in a shorter exposure time

2-inch dual-speed crayford-style focuser: Never miss focus with this 2-inch dual-speed crayford style focuser

Oversized secondary mirror: All Quattro Newtonians use an oversized secondary mirror capable of illuminating both APS-C and full-frame DSLRs without vignetting

PERFECT PORTABLE SYSTEM Sky-Watcher StarTravel kits are for anyone looking for small powerful set-ups Pairing the Sky-Watcher AZ3 mount with the StarTravel achromat refractor telescopes — featuring fast f/5 optics with high-contrast wide field views — these are perfect for astronomy and terrestrial use The entire set-up weighs less than 17 pounds!

PROFESSIONAL-QUALITY OPTICS Sky-Watcher StarTravel telescopes feature two-element air-spaced fully multi-coated lenses that provide excellent terrestrial viewing as well as breathtaking views of the Moon planets and deep-sky objects

10 AND 25mm SUPER EYEPIECES Low-and high-powered eyepieces make the StarTravel 120 ideal for both daytime and nighttime viewing. The included 45° erect image prism corrects for optical flip inherent in refractor-style telescopes delivering correct orientation viewing

LARGE APERTURE: Get a bright, bold viewing experience at a fraction of the cost of other optical designs.

INNOVATIVE COLLAPSIBLE DESIGN: Unique strut design allows for optical tube to collapse for ease of portability while keeping collimation.

PROPRIETARY TENSION CONTROL HANDLES: These patented handles allow for accurate movement without the need for perfect balance.

LARGE APERTURE: Get a bright, bold viewing experience at a fraction of the cost of other optical designs.

INNOVATIVE COLLAPSIBLE DESIGN: Unique strut design allows for optical tube to collapse for ease of portability while keeping collimation.

BUILT-IN WIFI: Control your telescope using a smartphone or tablet with Sky-Watcher’s proprietary built-in wifi signal.

PERFECT PORTABLE SYSTEM Sky-Watcher StarTravel kits are for anyone looking for small powerful set-ups Pairing the Sky-Watcher AZ3 mount with the StarTravel achromat refractor telescopes — featuring fast f/5 optics with high-contrast wide field views — these are perfect for astronomy and terrestrial use The entire set-up weighs less than 15 pounds!

PROFESSIONAL-QUALITY OPTICS Sky-Watcher StarTravel telescopes feature two-element air-spaced fully multi-coated lenses that provide excellent terrestrial viewing as well as breathtaking views of the Moon planets and deep-sky objects

10 AND 25mm SUPER EYEPIECES Low-and high-powered eyepieces make the StarTravel 102 ideal for both daytime and nighttime viewing The included 45° erect image prism corrects for optical flip inherent in refractor-style telescopes delivering correct orientation viewing

New ED doublet apochromatic optical design

New lightweight, compact design perfect for wide field astrophotography

New optical design featuring our proprietary Metallic High-Transmission Coatings (MHTC)

FAST f/4 OPTICS: With a bright f/4 focal ratio, the Quattro Imaging Newtonian captures greater detail in a shorter exposure time

2-INCH DUAL-SPEED CRAYFORD-STYLE FOCUSER: Never miss focus with this 2-inch dual- speed crayford style focuser

OVERSIZED SECONDARY MIRROR: All Quattro Newtonians use an oversized secondary mirror capable of illuminating both APS-C and full-frame DSLRs without vignetting

Lightweight, flexible construction balances comfort and performance

Padded and breathable materials stay comfortable during any activity

Fully adjustable to fit a wide range of body types and over heavy winter jackets

High Performance: The 15mm carbon fiber rod has good heat resistance, corrosion, rubbing performance

Smooth Coating: The smooth surface makes your installation more conveniently and comfortably

Lightweight: Weighs only 40g, lighter than traditional stainless-steel rods

SmallRig 15mm Carbon Fiber Rod (4" , 2-pack) 1871 is a pair of 4 inch long non-threaded rods featuring a carbon fiber pattern on the outer surface, which is highly rigid, lightweight and corrosion resistant

This pair of rods are 100mm long machined from hollow carbon fiber tubes

It is precision crafted for 15mm support systems, you can attach a wide variety of available accessories, such as follow focus, matteboxes and much more

Attachable to a range of different photography accessories such as studio light stand, hotshoe/coldshoe adapters, ball heads, wireless flash receivers, triggers and more

Precision made spigot with 1/4" male to 3/8" male threaded screw adapter

Easy to assemble and disassemble by hand

☛Multiple Functions☚A versatile super camera clamp that can mounts onto anything like cameras, lights, umbrellas, hooks, shelves, plate glass, cross bars, even other super clamps

☛Robust and durable☚The solid anti-rust stainless steel and black anodized aluminum alloy for high durability, Non-slip rubbers on the inner side protects your rig and reduces scratches

☛Multiple Thread Holes☚Comes with 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 thread for attaching a variety of accessories

This 360º camera clamp mount is designed for photography studio video shooting. Bottom clamp maximum open distance is 60mm; Best loads is 3.3 lb(1.5KG)

Multifunction: the maximum open distance of the super clamp is 2.3inch(60mm), which can help you fix the accessories on 0.59inch(15mm) rods, for DJI Freely Movi 25mm and 30mm rods, plate, shoulder rig, bike handles, and so on.

Standard 1/4” and 3/8” female thread: 1/4” and 3/8” female thread on the back-side of clamp help you to mount a small camera, monitor, LED video light, microphone, speedlite, and more. Come with a gopro adapter, it is also compatible for gopro.