{"product_id":"skywatcher-skymax-200dx-2000mm-maksutov-cassegrain-ota","title":"SkyWatcher Skymax 200DX\/ 2000mm Maksutov Cassegrain OTA","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"121\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience Premium Sharpness, Contrast, and Flat Field Imaging with Sky-Watcher Skymax 200DX Maksutov Cassegrain Telescope\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"121\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eThe Sky-Watcher Skymax 200DX Maksutov Cassegrain Telescope is a premium 200 mm optical system built for astronomers and astrophotographers who want exceptional sharpness, strong contrast, and consistent field flatness across a large image circle. Designed around an optimised flat field Maksutov Cassegrain layout, the Skymax 200DX delivers clean, accurate performance for detailed visual observation and high resolution imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"967\" data-start=\"579\"\u003eWith an effective aperture of 200 mm and a focal length of 2000 mm at F10, this telescope excels at revealing fine surface detail on the Moon and planets while also delivering strong results on compact deep sky targets. Its advanced optical design helps suppress off axis coma and other aberrations, producing consistent star images from the centre of the field right through to the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1339\" data-start=\"969\"\u003eFor imaging applications, the Skymax 200DX includes a generous 44 mm image height, making it well suited for modern large sensor cameras and full frame astrophotography workflows. For users wanting wider fields and faster exposure times, an optional 0.7x focal reducer is available, expanding flexibility without taking away from the telescope’s refined optical purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1577\" data-start=\"1341\"\u003eDespite its high performance optical profile, the Skymax 200DX remains compact and well balanced, making it a practical option for permanent observatory setups or portable imaging rigs when paired with a suitably rated equatorial mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e200 mm Maksutov Cassegrain flat field optics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge to edge sharpness and contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2000 mm focal length at F10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge 44 mm image height support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional 0.7x focal reducer compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact well balanced OTA design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSky-Watcher Skymax 200DX \/ 2000mm Maksutov-Cassegrain OTA (200\/2000) — Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; background: #f2f2f2; padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; background: #f2f2f2; padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOptical Tube Assembly (OTA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMaksutov-Cassegrain (flat-field optimized)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eClear Aperture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e200 mm (8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2000 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCorrected Image Height \/ Image Circle Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e44 mm image height (suitable for large-sensor imaging workflows)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOptional Focal Reducer Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOptional 0.7× reducer (effective focal length ~1400 mm, effective f\/7)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOTA Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e665 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOTA Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e235 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOTA Net Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e12.0 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eCalculated performance (useful for customers)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; background: #f2f2f2; padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePerformance Metric\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; background: #f2f2f2; padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eValue (200 mm aperture)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; background: #f2f2f2; padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWhat it means\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDawes’ Limit (theoretical resolution)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e~0.58 arcsec\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eExcellent potential for fine lunar\/planetary detail (seeing will often be the limiter).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRayleigh Criterion (theoretical resolution)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e~0.69 arcsec\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAnother common “best case” resolution yardstick.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLight Gathering vs 7 mm dark-adapted eye\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e~816×\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMuch brighter views of compact deep-sky objects compared with naked-eye viewing.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTypical practical magnification range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e~40× to ~400× (conditions dependent)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePlanets often shine around ~150×–250× when the atmosphere cooperates.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eWhat’s in the box (OTA)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; 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