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product_id: 56009301
title: "Skymax 102mm Maksutov-Cassegrain - Large Aperture Compound-Style Reflector Telescope"
brand: "sky-watcher"
price: "€ 753.37"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 9
category: "Sky Watcher"
url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/56009301-skymax-102mm-maksutov-cassegrain-large-aperture-compound-style-reflector-telescope
store_origin: GR
region: Greece
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# 94% mirror reflectivity for max light capture 102mm aperture for crisp planetary views Vixen-style dovetail for versatile tripod mounting Skymax 102mm Maksutov-Cassegrain - Large Aperture Compound-Style Reflector Telescope

**Brand:** sky-watcher
**Price:** € 753.37
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔭 Unlock the cosmos in style — because your nights deserve legendary views.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Skymax 102mm Maksutov-Cassegrain - Large Aperture Compound-Style Reflector Telescope by sky-watcher
- **How much does it cost?** € 753.37 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/56009301-skymax-102mm-maksutov-cassegrain-large-aperture-compound-style-reflector-telescope)

## Best For

- sky-watcher enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sky-watcher brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Ready for Action:** Comes fully equipped with 10mm & 25mm eyepieces, red-dot finder, star diagonal, and padded carry bag—start exploring immediately.
- • **Compact Powerhouse:** Long 1300mm focal length in a portable, fully baffled tube means sharper planetary detail without bulky gear.
- • **Light-Catching Brilliance:** 94% reflectivity borosilicate mirror coatings ensure you never miss faint celestial details.
- • **Stellar Clarity, Every Night:** Expertly matched optics deliver contrast-rich, charcoal-black sky views that make you the envy of your stargazing circle.
- • **Seamless Setup & Compatibility:** Industry-standard Vixen-style dovetail plus ¼-20 tripod thread lets you mount on most photographic tripods effortlessly.

## Overview

The Sky-Watcher Skymax 102mm Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope combines a large 102mm aperture with premium 94% reflective borosilicate mirrors and a long 1300mm focal length to deliver sharp, high-contrast planetary and lunar views. Its compact, fully baffled tube design minimizes stray light, while the included accessories and Vixen-style dovetail ensure immediate use and versatile mounting options. Perfect for serious amateur astronomers and aspiring astrophotographers seeking professional-grade optics in a portable package.

## Description

Sky-Watcher’s premiere line of Maksutov-Cassegrain telescopes create a perfect blend of aperture and lightweight portability. This telescope design has a reputation for sharp, high-contrast views, ideal for planetary observation. Maksutov-Cassegrain telescopes serve as an alternative to Schmidt-Cassegrains and Newtonians, and offer astronomers a large visual aperture, high contrast, and long focal length in a compact package. Maksutov’s deliver better planetary detail than other telescopes due to a focal length that’s 5-7 times longer, increasing overall magnification. Maksutov-Cassegrains also use a meniscus-shaped corrector plate, eliminating any spherical aberration caused by the primary mirror.Our Maksutov series telescopes deliver refractor-like views and superior contrast while allowing for larger apertures at a fraction of the cost. Using unparalleled lens elements and reflective mirrors, you’ll benefit from Sky-Watcher’s dedication to quality optics. Our Maksutov series features a borosilicate primary mirror with an aluminum coating and a quartz overcoat, producing 94% reflectivity. The corrector plate utilizes our proprietary Metallic High -Transmission Coatings (MHTC ), giving visual astronomers professional-grade optics, creating a unique viewing experience.In addition to the visual benefits of Sky-Watcher Maksutovs, these serve as excellent optical tubes for imaging planetary, lunar, or solar (with use of a solar filter). For astronomers looking to start in astrophotography, the Sky-Watcher Maksutovs deliver exceptionally long focal lengths, necessary for imaging planetary detail. This provides an increased image scale, forgoing the need of a barlow lens or other accessories that may increase exposure times.As customary with all Sky-Watcher products, the Maksutov series includes a bundle of accessories, including: 10mm and 25mm 1.25-inch eyepieces, 1.25-inch adapter, 90-degree star diagonal, and a padded carrying bag.

Review: The next upgrade - Whilst this would be a massive improvement over the 127 it was too big for my setup. Heavier tripod required and not yet ready to upgrade. My mistake, a pity.
Review: Amazing - The telescope is a bit heavy I had to buy a bigger mount but I absolutely love it and it's perfect for viewing the moon and planets

## Features

- 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.
- FULLY BAFFLED TUBE: Utilizing a fully-baffled tube, Sky-Watcher Maksutovs prevent stray light from interfering with your viewing experience.
- EVERYTHING YOU NEED: The 102mm Skymax Maksutov-Cassegrain comes equipped with everything you need to get started, including: 10mm and 25mm 1.25-inch eyepieces, red-dot finder, 90-degree star diagonal, and a padded carrying bag.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00Z4HX0G0 |
| Aperture Modes | F12.7 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 44,138 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 111 in Telescopes |
| Brand | Sky-Watcher |
| Colour | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (195) |
| Date First Available | 21 May 2015 |
| Focus type | Manual Focus |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
| Included components | Eyepieces, Diagonal, Carrying Case, Finder |
| Item Weight | 4.6 Pounds |
| Item model number | S11510 |
| Max Focal Length | 1300 Millimeters |
| Min Focal Length | 1300 Millimeters |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 102 Millimetres |
| Package Dimensions L x W x H | 54 x 21.6 x 21 centimetres |
| Package Weight | 3.9 Kilograms |
| Part number | S11510 |
| Product Dimensions L x W x H | 55.9 x 25.4 x 27.9 centimetres |
| Style | 102mm Mak-Cass |
| Telescope Mount Description | Altazimuth Mount |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Sky-Watcher
- **Eye piece lens description:** Barlow
- **Finderscope:** Reflex
- **Focus type:** Manual Focus
- **Model name:** Sky-Watcher Maksutov-Cassegrain 102mm
- **Objective lens diameter:** 102 Millimetres
- **Optical tube length:** 11 Millimetres
- **Power source:** Battery Powered
- **Product dimensions:** 55.9D x 25.4W x 27.9H centimetres
- **Telescope mount description:** Altazimuth Mount

## Images

![Skymax 102mm Maksutov-Cassegrain - Large Aperture Compound-Style Reflector Telescope - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51R9Iw1xDyL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Se pueden ver galaxias, nebulosas etc?**
A: You can see galaxies and nebulae with the 102, although there won't be a lot of detail. Maksutov-Cassegrains of this aperture are suited better to planetary and lunar viewing. For what you're asking about, larger apertures (150mm, for example) would be better.

**Q: I'm extremely new to everything astronomy, but if i were to get this telescope, what additional items would i need for astrophotography?**
A: If astrophotography is your main goal a Maksutov telescope such as this would not be the best choice unless your interest is moon. Please contact our support department at 310-803-5966. They will be able to assist you with finding the best arrangement.

**Q: The add says both the item and shipping weight are the same- 23 pounds. What is the actual weight of the tube (i.e. requred mount capacity)?  Thanks!**
A: If anyone is still wondering, I just weighed mine (180mm) and the OTA alone (without finderscope or eyepiece and diagonal) is 17 pounds.

**Q: Photo shows side of ota says schotts optical glass. does this scope purchased thru amazon have this logo on the ota?**
A: No, mine does not say schotte optical glass.  It still performs nicely, but I was very angry when I realized this is a bait n switch product

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The next upgrade
*by D***M on 13 January 2026*

Whilst this would be a massive improvement over the 127 it was too big for my setup. Heavier tripod required and not yet ready to upgrade. My mistake, a pity.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing
*by M***W on 7 May 2025*

The telescope is a bit heavy I had to buy a bigger mount but I absolutely love it and it's perfect for viewing the moon and planets

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great optics but expensive
*by D***Y on 8 September 2019*

Can recommend this scope but do yourself a favour and go to a dedicated astronomy deale for a better price, for this money you can include a Crayford style dual speed focuser- which is needed for consistent, accurate focusing.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-26*