Sky-Watcher Heritage-90 Virtuoso Auto Tracking Telescope (Model 10241)

The Sky-Watcher Heritage-90 Virtuoso Auto Tracking Telescope is a versatile and portable grab-and-go telescope that combines high-quality optics with advanced tracking and photographic functionality. Equipped with a 90mm parabolic primary mirror and a 1250mm focal length, this telescope provides excellent views of the Moon, planets, and bright deep-sky objects. The Virtuoso mount allows for automated tracking and includes features like time-lapse photography, panoramic shots, and DSLR control, making it ideal for both visual observation and astrophotography.

Key Features & Benefits

• 90mm Parabolic Primary Mirror: The 90mm aperture and parabolic mirror design deliver sharp and high-contrast views, suitable for observing lunar details, planets, and bright nebulae.
• Virtuoso Computerised Multi-Function Mount: This advanced mount features automatic tracking, camera cruising, video time-lapse, and matrix photography modes, offering a range of capabilities for astrophotography and time-lapse.
• Camera Cruising and Time-Lapse Modes: The mount can control a DSLR camera, taking photos automatically at up to six preset positions. It also supports video cruising and time-lapse photography, with multiple speeds to capture stunning sequences.
• Upgradeable to Go-To: The Virtuoso mount can be upgraded to a full Go-To system by adding the SynScan AZ GoTo handset and cable (sold separately), expanding access to a database of 42,900+ celestial objects.
• Portable and Easy to Use: Weighing approximately 5.1kg, this compact telescope is perfect for quick setups and outdoor observations. The telescope can also be mounted on most tripods via a 3/8" thread, offering greater flexibility.
• User-Friendly Accessories: Includes two 1.25" eyepieces (10mm and 25mm) for magnifications of x50 and x125, a red dot finder, and a 90° star diagonal for comfortable viewing.

Specifications

• Aperture: 90mm
• Focal Length: 1250mm (f/13.88)
• Magnifications (with included eyepieces): x50 and x125
• Highest Practical Power: x180
• Eyepieces Supplied: 10mm & 25mm (1.25")
• Mount Type: Virtuoso Computerised Multi-Function Alt-Azimuth with DC Servo Motors
• Tracking Speed: Sidereal Rate
• Slewing Speeds: 8x, 16x, 64x, 400x, >2000x Max
• Dimensions: 29x29x45cm
• Weight: Approx. 5.1kg (mount 3.7kg)
• Power Requirement: 12V DC 1A (Sky-Watcher Power Tank recommended) or AA batteries (not supplied)

The Sky-Watcher Heritage-90 Virtuoso Auto Tracking Telescope offers a powerful combination of quality optics, advanced tracking, and photographic capabilities. It’s an excellent choice for beginners and hobbyist astronomers looking to capture and explore the night sky.