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Sky-Watcher Heritage 150P
6 inches of tabletop Dobsonian — the sweet spot starter scope.
around $300
A 150mm collapsible Dobsonian that sits on a table or stool and shows you Saturn's rings, Jupiter's bands and hundreds of deep-sky objects. The most recommended first real telescope in the hobby for a reason: huge views, tiny price, zero setup fuss.
Where to buy
High Point Scientific
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Why we like it
- 150mm aperture punches far above its price
- Collapsible tube fits in a car boot
- Simple Dobsonian base — point and look
Keep in mind
- Needs a sturdy table or stool
- No tracking — planets drift
- Collimation needed occasionally
Specs
| Aperture | 150 mm (6 in) |
|---|---|
| Focal length | 750 mm (f/5) |
| Mount | Tabletop Dobsonian |
| Optical design | Newtonian reflector |
| Tube | Collapsible |
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