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product_id: 390853577
title: "Skywatcher Skymax 150mm Maksutov-Cassegrain - Large Aperture Compound-Style Reflector Telescope"
brand: "skywatcher"
price: "R30262"
currency: ZAR
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url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/390853577-skywatcher-skymax-150mm-maksutov-cassegrain-large-aperture-compound-style-reflector
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 94% reflectivity 150mm aperture Complete kit Skywatcher Skymax 150mm Maksutov-Cassegrain - Large Aperture Compound-Style Reflector Telescope

**Brand:** skywatcher
**Price:** R30262
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌠 Elevate Your Stargazing Game!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Skywatcher Skymax 150mm Maksutov-Cassegrain - Large Aperture Compound-Style Reflector Telescope by skywatcher
- **How much does it cost?** R30262 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/390853577-skywatcher-skymax-150mm-maksutov-cassegrain-large-aperture-compound-style-reflector)

## Best For

- skywatcher enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Light Mastery:** Enjoy 94% reflectivity for unparalleled light transmission and vibrant views.
- • **Unmatched Clarity:** Experience celestial wonders with expertly matched optics for stunning contrast.
- • **Stray Light Shield:** Fully baffled tube design eliminates distractions for a pure viewing experience.
- • **Standardized Precision:** Vixen-style dovetail ensures compatibility with a wide range of mounts.
- • **All-Inclusive Starter Kit:** Comes with everything you need to embark on your astronomical journey.

## Overview

The Skywatcher Skymax 150mm Maksutov-Cassegrain is a high-performance telescope designed for both amateur and professional astronomers. With its large aperture, expertly matched optics, and a complete starter kit, it offers exceptional clarity and light transmission, making it perfect for exploring the night sky.

## Description

Skywatcher Skymax 150mm Maksutov-Cassegrain - Large Aperture Compound-Style Reflector Telescope

## 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 bar for astronomy.
- FULLY BAFFLED TUBE: Utilizing a fully-baffled tube, Sky-Watcher Maksutovs prevent stray light from interfering with your viewing experience.
- EVERYTHING YOU NEED: The 150mm Skymax Maksutov-Cassegrain comes equipped with everything you need to get started, including: : a 28mm 2-inch eyepiece, 2-inch 90-degree star diagonal, and a 9x50 straight-through finderscope.

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Skywatcher
- **Model name:** Sky-Watcher Maksutov-Cassegrain 150mm
- **Optical tube length:** 70 Millimeters
- **Eye piece lens description:** Barlow
- **Objective lens diameter:** 150 Millimeters

## Images

![Skywatcher Skymax 150mm Maksutov-Cassegrain - Large Aperture Compound-Style Reflector Telescope - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51RboBuDxtL.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

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-02-04*