{"id":90030,"date":"2025-11-28T11:03:28","date_gmt":"2025-11-28T10:03:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/?post_type=product&p=90030"},"modified":"2026-03-02T16:47:15","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T15:47:15","slug":"sky-watcher-skymax-127-eq3-pro-goto","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/staging.telescoop.nl\/en\/sky-watcher-skymax-127-eq3-pro-goto\/","title":{"rendered":"Sky-Watcher Skymax-127 EQ3 Pro - 127mm f\/11.8 Maksutov-Cassegrain GoTo"},"content":{"rendered":"

Compact power with clear image<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Skywatcher MC 127\/1500 127 EQ3 gives you an instantly strong, sharp image. You'll see the Moon, planets and bright deep-sky objects without fuss. The 127 mm aperture captures a lot of light, keeping your image bright. You notice this immediately when you look at fine structures. Cloud bands on Jupiter. Rings of Saturn. Shadows along craters on the Moon. Everything remains sharp and calm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Long focal length for detail<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The long focal length of 1500 mm works to your advantage. You easily get objects close without loss of quality. Perfect when you start observing and especially want clarity. The Maksutov optics keep the image tight, so you don't have to search for contrast. You see detail without having to adjust anything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Versatile for both observation and photography<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The tube is short and light, so you set it up quickly. The built-in T2 connector makes taking pictures easy. Plug in your camera, focus with the dial and you're done. You can capture birds, the Moon or bright deep-sky objects without expensive accessories. The optics remain stable and move smoothly, so you don't have to keep adjusting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

EQ3 Pro GoTo: your guide to the sky<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The EQ3 Pro SynScan GoTo mount helps you find objects quickly. Align, choose a target and the mount does the rest. The motors automatically track the object, keeping your image steady. You don't have to search or track manually. That gives peace of mind, especially when you're just starting out or observing with children. The sturdy tripod base keeps vibrations low, even at higher magnifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ready to use<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You get everything you need to get started right away. Eyepieces, viewfinder, counterweights, tripod and the SynScan handheld controller. Within minutes you'll be outside with your first bright moon image. The tube also looks elegant: black, shiny and solidly built.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Specifications<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Optics<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Type<\/td>Reflector<\/td><\/tr>
Design<\/td>Maksutov<\/td><\/tr>
Aperture (mm)<\/td>127<\/td><\/tr>
Focal length (mm)<\/td>1500<\/td><\/tr>
Aperture ratio (f\/)<\/td>11,8<\/td><\/tr>
Resolution<\/td>0,91\u2033<\/td><\/tr>
Limit value (mag)<\/td>12,3<\/td><\/tr>
Light output<\/td>329\u00d7<\/td><\/tr>
Max. useful magnification<\/td>254\u00d7<\/td><\/tr>
Tube weight (kg)<\/td>3,2<\/td><\/tr>
Tube construction<\/td>Full tube<\/td><\/tr>
Focuser<\/td>Main mirror focus<\/td><\/tr>
Ocular connection<\/td>1,25\u2033<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Mount<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Design<\/td>EQ3 Pro SynScan<\/td><\/tr>
Type of mount<\/td>Equatorial<\/td><\/tr>
GoTo steering<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
Power supply<\/td>12 V<\/td><\/tr>
Consumption<\/td>2000 mA<\/td><\/tr>
Carrying capacity (kg)<\/td>5<\/td><\/tr>
Weight (kg)<\/td>13,9<\/td><\/tr>
Alignment<\/td>2 stars \/ brightest star<\/td><\/tr>
Database<\/td>42,900 objects<\/td><\/tr>
Tracking<\/td>sidereal, sun, moon<\/td><\/tr>
Interfaces<\/td>USB 2.0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tripod<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Type<\/td>Tripod<\/td><\/tr>
Material<\/td>Aluminum<\/td><\/tr>
Accessory holder<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Included accessories<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Section<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Eyepieces<\/td>25 mm, 10 mm (1.25\u2033)<\/td><\/tr>
Divergent optics<\/td>1.25\u2033, 90\u00b0 star diagonal<\/td><\/tr>
Seeker<\/td>Red dot finder<\/td><\/tr>
Counterweights<\/td>2 pieces<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Application<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Moon & Planets<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
Nebulae & galaxies<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
Nature observation<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
Astrophotography<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
Sun<\/td>Only with suitable filters<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Recommended for<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Beginners<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
Advanced<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
Observatories<\/td>No<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Skywatcher MC 127\/1500 127 EQ3 comes with NEQ-3 Pro SynScan GoTo mount, aluminum tripod, counterweights, 25mm and 10mm eyepiece, 90\u00b0 star diagonal, red dot finder and the Telescope ABC beginner's manual - perfect for sharp lunar, planetary and deep-sky observations.<\/p>\n

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