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Sky-Watcher Startravel-102 (AZ5) 102mm 4-in F/4.9 Deluxe Telescope
Product Code: 9801131K
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The elegant, well engineered Sky-Watcher Startravel-102 (AZ5) 102mm 4-in F/4.9 Deluxe Telescope is ideal for ‘rich-field views of comets, star fields, star clusters, nebulae, bright galaxies and planets.
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Sky-Watcher Startravel-102 (AZ5) 102mm 4-in F/4.9 Deluxe Telescope Summary
The Sky-Watcher Startravel-102 (AZ5) 102mm 4-inch F/4.9 Deluxe Telescope is an exceptional instrument designed for both amateur astronomers and those looking for a high-quality, versatile telescope. With a 102mm aperture and an F/4.9 focal ratio, this telescope offers excellent light-gathering power, providing bright, clear views of celestial objects. The Startravel-102’s fast focal ratio ensures wide-field views, making it ideal for viewing larger areas of the night sky, as well as bright planets, star clusters, and deep-sky objects. Paired with the robust AZ5 alt-azimuth mount, the telescope delivers a smooth, stable, and easy-to-use experience, making it perfect for casual stargazing or more detailed observations.
1. High-Performance Optics for Crisp, Clear Views
The Startravel-102 features a 102mm aperture, which allows for exceptional light-gathering ability, producing bright and sharp images. The F/4.9 focal ratio provides a wide field of view, which is perfect for observing large areas of the sky, such as star clusters and nebulae. The telescope's achromatic refractor design minimizes chromatic aberrations, ensuring clear, color-accurate views across a wide range of celestial objects. Whether you’re observing the craters of the moon or the rings of Saturn, the optical quality of the Startravel-102 provides impressive clarity and contrast for both planetary and deep-sky observation.
2. Smooth and Stable AZ5 Alt-Azimuth Mount
The Sky-Watcher Startravel-102 is paired with the AZ5 alt-azimuth mount, which is designed to provide smooth, precise control in both horizontal (azimuth) and vertical (altitude) movements. This mount is perfect for those who want a simple, intuitive system for navigating the night sky. The AZ5 mount offers stability, reducing vibrations and ensuring a steady view during extended observation sessions. The ergonomic design of the mount makes it easy to move the telescope and follow objects as they move across the sky, offering users an enjoyable and frustration-free stargazing experience.
3. Compact and Portable Design
One of the standout features of the Startravel-102 is its portability. Despite its powerful 102mm aperture, the telescope is lightweight and compact, making it easy to transport and set up. Whether you’re heading to a dark-sky location for clearer views or simply stargazing in your backyard, the Startravel-102 can be quickly assembled and used. Its compact size allows for easy storage when not in use, and the durable construction ensures it remains reliable and sturdy in various environments. This telescope is perfect for astronomers on the go who value both performance and portability.
4. Ideal for Both Astronomy and Terrestrial Observations
While the Startravel-102 excels at astronomical observations, it is also an excellent tool for terrestrial or land-based viewing. The wide field of view and sharp optics make it perfect for birdwatching, sightseeing, or observing distant objects on land. Its fast focal ratio means that users can enjoy clear, sharp images during both day and night observations. Whether you're exploring the night sky or enjoying daytime landscapes, the Startravel-102 offers versatility and a high-quality viewing experience for a variety of applications.
5. Complete Accessory Kit for Enhanced Observing
The Startravel-102 comes with a comprehensive accessory package to get you started right away. The telescope includes two high-quality eyepieces, typically a 25mm and a 10mm, providing varying magnifications for different types of observations. A 6x30 finderscope is included to help locate celestial objects with ease, while the included star diagonal ensures an upright, correctly oriented image. The AZ5 mount also features slow-motion controls for precise tracking, making it easier to follow objects as they move across the sky. With these essential accessories, the Startravel-102 is ready for use straight out of the box, providing a complete, user-friendly experience.
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Condition guide
Our used products are subject to wear and tear in comparison to brand new products. This also applies to accessories that are supplied with the camera including batteries which may have a lower optimum performance level/life expectancy.
- Like New – The equipment is in a condition as if you have just bought it from the manufacturer. The item is still considered to be ‘Like New’ even without the original packaging and accessories. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect working order. Lenses are optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Excellent – The equipment should be close to being ‘Like New’ but there may be some small cosmetic blemishes that lower its grade. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect excellent order.
- Cameras – Should have no marks on the LCD screen
- Lenses – Should have no marks on the elements and optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Very Good – The equipment may have some slight cosmetic wear to the paintwork and cosmetic blemishes with only light signs of use and the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – The LCD screen may have small signs of wear that does not affect its display
- Lenses – The mount of the lens will start to show signs of wear
- Good – The equipment is showing more obvious signs of cosmetic wear and blemishes, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen may have scratches or wear that is starting to affect the display.
- Lenses – May have slight dust inside that does not affect images. The mount shows signs of use.
- Well Used – The equipment will show significant signs of wear. The paintwork will be coming away in large areas exposing the metal work, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen is heavily worn either by de-lamination or has scratches to it. Rubber grips are starting to come away from the body.
- Lenses – The lens has dust inside that may affect images. The rubber zoom/focus ring is coming away from the barrel of the lens.
*All of our used items are listed with the accessories that are included. If they are not listed, then they will not be supplied at the point of purchase.
Peace of mind with our 6 month warranty
This product has been thoroughly tested by our team of photographers and we are happy to give a 6 month warranty as a result. The number of tests depends on the individual product but we are confident in this product having tested all the major functions. Anything that isn’t as you would expect, we then make a note of and show this in the condition notes on the page.
So you can be confident you are buying a great piece of kit that’s been looked after by a fellow photographer and seen many extraordinary sights, tested by our team of photographers and now looking forward to being set free to capture more great images!
