Sky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi 150P GoTo Tabletop Dobsonian Telescope
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- 150mm parabolic primary mirror with premium RAQ coatings
- Built-in GoTo, motorized tracking, and Wi-Fi control via SynScan app
- Ultra-portable collapsible tube with fast f/5 optics
- Dual encoders allow manual push-to without losing alignment
- Includes two eyepieces and red dot finder
- Vixen-style dovetail for optional tripod mounting
Sky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi 150p Smart Tabletop Dobsonian
The Sky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi 150P is perfect for anyone who wants serious views without the hassle of manual tracking. If you are tired of nudging your scope or losing targets, the built-in GoTo and motorized tracking solve that problem. Or you can unlock the clutches and push manually, all while keeping your original alignment. The scope even works for short-exposure astrophotography and EAA thanks to its smooth, silent servo motors. This makes the scope great for families and outreach events, or as the first telescope for a budding astronomer. Whether you’re exploring from your backyard or heading to a dark site, the Virtuoso GTi 150P delivers big aperture performance in a truly portable package.
The team at Sky-Watcher give an overview of the Virtuoso series of smart GoTo Dobsonians in this video:
Sky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi 150p Highlights
Fast f/5 Focal Ratio
At f/5 the scope favors bright, wide fields that make deep-sky objects easier to see. You get more light on faint nebulae and galaxies than with slower f/6 to f/8 systems. The Pleiades will pop out of their surrounding nebula. And Andromeda will shine bright against the night sky. But this fast ratio doesn’t limit you to just deep sky targets! All it takes is a shorter eyepiece for the moon and planets to really pop!
GoTo and Push-To, All In One
Built-in Wi-Fi connects to the SynScan app for full GoTo, tracking, tours, and alignment from your phone or tablet. Quiet servo motors slew quickly and keep targets centered as the Earth turns.
Or if you want to star-hop, just unlock the clutches and move the scope by hand. Dual encoders keep your alignment so GoTo and tracking can resume right away.
No-Tools Assembly
The Virtuoso 150p requires zero tools for setup or breakdown. Extend the struts, twist-lock, drop in an eyepiece, and you are observing in minutes. The compact base sits on any sturdy table or tripod with an adapter.
The GoTo setup requires a brief alignment as well. But the app or hand controller will guide you through that process with ease.
6-Inch Aperture in a Compact, Smart Mount
The Virtuoso GTi 150p pairs a 6-inch collapsible Newtonian with a tabletop Dobsonian GoTo base. At travel size it tucks neatly into small spaces. Extended, it offers generous light-gathering for serious observing. GoTo and tracking remove the hassle of constant nudging, especially at higher magnification or when sharing the eyepiece with family and friends. Rubber-footed base, smooth azimuth/altitude bearings, and tension control provide stable, buttery motion. This works whether you're slewing by motors or gently pushing by hand.
High-Quality Mirrors for Super Sharp Views
A precision-made parabolic primary mirror gets rid of the spherical aberration common in budget scopes. Sky-Watcher's Radiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ) coatings deliver excellent reflectivity for bright images. The mirror maintains figure across temperature changes. This helps the system hold collimation well, even after collapsing for transport. Expect crisp lunar detail, planetary structure, and rich deep-sky contrast typical of a well-figured f/5 reflector.
Ready for First Light, Right Out of the Box!
Sky-Watcher provides two 1.25 inch Super eyepieces. This includes a 25mm for 30x wide-field views, and a 10mm for 75x lunar and planetary detail. An adjustable-brightness red dot finder makes alignment simple. The Vixen-style dovetail helps with setup and easy balancing. And it means the Virtuoso GTi 150p will work with many 3rd party tripods and mounts. The mount is powered with AA batteries for short sessions, or you can plug in an external 12V power supply for longer observing.
Sky-Watcher GTi 150p
w/ 25mm Super Eyepiece
What You'll See Through the Virtuoso GTi 150p
With GoTo and tracking, you can hop efficiently through targets and keep them centered for relaxed viewing and outreach.
- Moon: Razor-edged craters, rilles, mountain ranges, and terminator shadows
- Planets: Jupiter's bands and Galilean moons; Saturn's rings and Cassini Division under steady skies; Mars' polar caps in favorable oppositions; Venus phases; Uranus/Neptune as small disks
- Deep-Sky: The Orion Nebula's structure; Andromeda's dust lanes; the Pleiades and Double Cluster sparkling in wide fields; dozens of globulars and planetary nebulae from dark sites
Specifications
- Optical Design: Newtonian Reflector
- Aperture: 150 mm (5.9 in)
- Focal Length: 750 mm
- Focal Ratio: f/5
- Primary Mirror Material: Borosilicate Glass
- Mirror Coating: Radiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ)
- Secondary Mirror Obstruction: 32% by diameter, 10% by area
- Resolving Power (Dawes Limit): 0.77 arcseconds
- Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 13.36
- Light Gathering Power: 363% compared to human eye
- Maximum Useful Magnification: 295x
- Minimum Useful Magnification: 21x
- Focuser Type: 1.25 in (31.75 mm) Helical
- Mount Type: Tabletop Dobsonian with GoTo, dual encoders, and Wi-Fi
- Mount Features: Teflon bearings, altitude tension adjustment, rubber feet
- Tube Length (Extended): 1219 mm (48 in)
- Tube Length (Collapsed): 425 mm (16.75 in)
- Tube Outer Diameter: 183 mm (7.2 in)
- Eyepiece Height at Zenith: 711 mm (28 in)
- Optical Tube Weight: 3.63 kg (8 lb)
- Total Weight with Mount: 7.03 kg (15.5 lb)
- Base Dimensions: 375 x 432 mm (14.75 x 17 in)
- Finder: Red Dot Finder with adjustable brightness
- Dovetail Bar: Standard Vixen-Style
- Drive & Control: Motorized Alt-Az with GoTo and tracking; SynScan app compatible; SkySafari compatible via SynScan Link
- Power: 8x AA batteries or external 12V DC
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this telescope good for beginners?
Yes. The collapsible design, simple alignment routines, and app-based control make it easy to get started. GoTo and tracking keep objects centered for hassle-free viewing.
Can I use this for astrophotography?
It's ideal for smartphone snapshots of the Moon and bright planets. As an Alt-Az, non-guided Dob, it's not intended for long-exposure deep-sky imaging. For EAA/short-exposure stacking, lightweight cameras can work within limitations.
How “portable” is it really?
Very. The tube collapses to about 16 to 17 inches and the full setup weighs roughly 15 to 16 pounds. It's easy to carry to a backyard, park, or dark-sky site.
Do I need a phone or tablet to control it?
The built-in Wi-Fi works with the free SynScan app on iOS/Android. You can also use an optional SynScan hand controller. Many users also link SkySafari via SynScan.
What can I see with a 6-inch telescope?
You'll see detailed lunar craters, Jupiter's cloud bands and moons, Saturn's rings, and Mars' polar ice caps during favorable oppositions. Deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula, Andromeda Galaxy, star clusters, and hundreds of other galaxies and nebulae become accessible under dark skies.
Other Information
- Country of Manufacture: China
Sky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi 150p Smart Tabletop Dobsonian
The Sky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi 150P is perfect for anyone who wants serious views without the hassle of manual tracking. If you are tired of nudging your scope or losing targets, the built-in GoTo and motorized tracking solve that problem. Or you can unlock the clutches and push manually, all while keeping your original alignment. The scope even works for short-exposure astrophotography and EAA thanks to its smooth, silent servo motors. This makes the scope great for families and outreach events, or as the first telescope for a budding astronomer. Whether you’re exploring from your backyard or heading to a dark site, the Virtuoso GTi 150P delivers big aperture performance in a truly portable package.
The team at Sky-Watcher give an overview of the Virtuoso series of smart GoTo Dobsonians in this video:
Sky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi 150p Highlights
Fast f/5 Focal Ratio
At f/5 the scope favors bright, wide fields that make deep-sky objects easier to see. You get more light on faint nebulae and galaxies than with slower f/6 to f/8 systems. The Pleiades will pop out of their surrounding nebula. And Andromeda will shine bright against the night sky. But this fast ratio doesn’t limit you to just deep sky targets! All it takes is a shorter eyepiece for the moon and planets to really pop!
GoTo and Push-To, All In One
Built-in Wi-Fi connects to the SynScan app for full GoTo, tracking, tours, and alignment from your phone or tablet. Quiet servo motors slew quickly and keep targets centered as the Earth turns.
Or if you want to star-hop, just unlock the clutches and move the scope by hand. Dual encoders keep your alignment so GoTo and tracking can resume right away.
No-Tools Assembly
The Virtuoso 150p requires zero tools for setup or breakdown. Extend the struts, twist-lock, drop in an eyepiece, and you are observing in minutes. The compact base sits on any sturdy table or tripod with an adapter.
The GoTo setup requires a brief alignment as well. But the app or hand controller will guide you through that process with ease.
6-Inch Aperture in a Compact, Smart Mount
The Virtuoso GTi 150p pairs a 6-inch collapsible Newtonian with a tabletop Dobsonian GoTo base. At travel size it tucks neatly into small spaces. Extended, it offers generous light-gathering for serious observing. GoTo and tracking remove the hassle of constant nudging, especially at higher magnification or when sharing the eyepiece with family and friends. Rubber-footed base, smooth azimuth/altitude bearings, and tension control provide stable, buttery motion. This works whether you're slewing by motors or gently pushing by hand.
High-Quality Mirrors for Super Sharp Views
A precision-made parabolic primary mirror gets rid of the spherical aberration common in budget scopes. Sky-Watcher's Radiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ) coatings deliver excellent reflectivity for bright images. The mirror maintains figure across temperature changes. This helps the system hold collimation well, even after collapsing for transport. Expect crisp lunar detail, planetary structure, and rich deep-sky contrast typical of a well-figured f/5 reflector.
Ready for First Light, Right Out of the Box!
Sky-Watcher provides two 1.25 inch Super eyepieces. This includes a 25mm for 30x wide-field views, and a 10mm for 75x lunar and planetary detail. An adjustable-brightness red dot finder makes alignment simple. The Vixen-style dovetail helps with setup and easy balancing. And it means the Virtuoso GTi 150p will work with many 3rd party tripods and mounts. The mount is powered with AA batteries for short sessions, or you can plug in an external 12V power supply for longer observing.
Sky-Watcher GTi 150p
w/ 25mm Super Eyepiece
What You'll See Through the Virtuoso GTi 150p
With GoTo and tracking, you can hop efficiently through targets and keep them centered for relaxed viewing and outreach.
- Moon: Razor-edged craters, rilles, mountain ranges, and terminator shadows
- Planets: Jupiter's bands and Galilean moons; Saturn's rings and Cassini Division under steady skies; Mars' polar caps in favorable oppositions; Venus phases; Uranus/Neptune as small disks
- Deep-Sky: The Orion Nebula's structure; Andromeda's dust lanes; the Pleiades and Double Cluster sparkling in wide fields; dozens of globulars and planetary nebulae from dark sites
Specifications
- Optical Design: Newtonian Reflector
- Aperture: 150 mm (5.9 in)
- Focal Length: 750 mm
- Focal Ratio: f/5
- Primary Mirror Material: Borosilicate Glass
- Mirror Coating: Radiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ)
- Secondary Mirror Obstruction: 32% by diameter, 10% by area
- Resolving Power (Dawes Limit): 0.77 arcseconds
- Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 13.36
- Light Gathering Power: 363% compared to human eye
- Maximum Useful Magnification: 295x
- Minimum Useful Magnification: 21x
- Focuser Type: 1.25 in (31.75 mm) Helical
- Mount Type: Tabletop Dobsonian with GoTo, dual encoders, and Wi-Fi
- Mount Features: Teflon bearings, altitude tension adjustment, rubber feet
- Tube Length (Extended): 1219 mm (48 in)
- Tube Length (Collapsed): 425 mm (16.75 in)
- Tube Outer Diameter: 183 mm (7.2 in)
- Eyepiece Height at Zenith: 711 mm (28 in)
- Optical Tube Weight: 3.63 kg (8 lb)
- Total Weight with Mount: 7.03 kg (15.5 lb)
- Base Dimensions: 375 x 432 mm (14.75 x 17 in)
- Finder: Red Dot Finder with adjustable brightness
- Dovetail Bar: Standard Vixen-Style
- Drive & Control: Motorized Alt-Az with GoTo and tracking; SynScan app compatible; SkySafari compatible via SynScan Link
- Power: 8x AA batteries or external 12V DC
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this telescope good for beginners?
Yes. The collapsible design, simple alignment routines, and app-based control make it easy to get started. GoTo and tracking keep objects centered for hassle-free viewing.
Can I use this for astrophotography?
It's ideal for smartphone snapshots of the Moon and bright planets. As an Alt-Az, non-guided Dob, it's not intended for long-exposure deep-sky imaging. For EAA/short-exposure stacking, lightweight cameras can work within limitations.
How “portable” is it really?
Very. The tube collapses to about 16 to 17 inches and the full setup weighs roughly 15 to 16 pounds. It's easy to carry to a backyard, park, or dark-sky site.
Do I need a phone or tablet to control it?
The built-in Wi-Fi works with the free SynScan app on iOS/Android. You can also use an optional SynScan hand controller. Many users also link SkySafari via SynScan.
What can I see with a 6-inch telescope?
You'll see detailed lunar craters, Jupiter's cloud bands and moons, Saturn's rings, and Mars' polar ice caps during favorable oppositions. Deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula, Andromeda Galaxy, star clusters, and hundreds of other galaxies and nebulae become accessible under dark skies.
| Manufacturer | Sky Watcher |
|---|---|
| Telescope Focal Length | 701 - 800mm |
- 1x Sky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi 150p collapsible optical tube
- 1x Virtuoso GTi tabletop GoTo Dobsonian mount base with carrying handle
- 1x 25mm Super eyepiece (1.25 inch, 30x)
- 1x 10mm Super eyepiece (1.25 inch, 75x)
- 1x Red dot finder with adjustable brightness
- 1x Vixen-style dovetail bar (pre-installed)
- 1x User manual and documentation
- 150mm parabolic primary mirror with premium RAQ coatings
- Built-in GoTo, motorized tracking, and Wi-Fi control via SynScan app
- Ultra-portable collapsible tube with fast f/5 optics
- Dual encoders allow manual push-to without losing alignment
- Includes two eyepieces and red dot finder
- Vixen-style dovetail for optional tripod mounting
Sky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi 150p Smart Tabletop Dobsonian
The Sky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi 150P is perfect for anyone who wants serious views without the hassle of manual tracking. If you are tired of nudging your scope or losing targets, the built-in GoTo and motorized tracking solve that problem. Or you can unlock the clutches and push manually, all while keeping your original alignment. The scope even works for short-exposure astrophotography and EAA thanks to its smooth, silent servo motors. This makes the scope great for families and outreach events, or as the first telescope for a budding astronomer. Whether you’re exploring from your backyard or heading to a dark site, the Virtuoso GTi 150P delivers big aperture performance in a truly portable package.
The team at Sky-Watcher give an overview of the Virtuoso series of smart GoTo Dobsonians in this video:
Sky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi 150p Highlights
Fast f/5 Focal Ratio
At f/5 the scope favors bright, wide fields that make deep-sky objects easier to see. You get more light on faint nebulae and galaxies than with slower f/6 to f/8 systems. The Pleiades will pop out of their surrounding nebula. And Andromeda will shine bright against the night sky. But this fast ratio doesn’t limit you to just deep sky targets! All it takes is a shorter eyepiece for the moon and planets to really pop!
GoTo and Push-To, All In One
Built-in Wi-Fi connects to the SynScan app for full GoTo, tracking, tours, and alignment from your phone or tablet. Quiet servo motors slew quickly and keep targets centered as the Earth turns.
Or if you want to star-hop, just unlock the clutches and move the scope by hand. Dual encoders keep your alignment so GoTo and tracking can resume right away.
No-Tools Assembly
The Virtuoso 150p requires zero tools for setup or breakdown. Extend the struts, twist-lock, drop in an eyepiece, and you are observing in minutes. The compact base sits on any sturdy table or tripod with an adapter.
The GoTo setup requires a brief alignment as well. But the app or hand controller will guide you through that process with ease.
6-Inch Aperture in a Compact, Smart Mount
The Virtuoso GTi 150p pairs a 6-inch collapsible Newtonian with a tabletop Dobsonian GoTo base. At travel size it tucks neatly into small spaces. Extended, it offers generous light-gathering for serious observing. GoTo and tracking remove the hassle of constant nudging, especially at higher magnification or when sharing the eyepiece with family and friends. Rubber-footed base, smooth azimuth/altitude bearings, and tension control provide stable, buttery motion. This works whether you're slewing by motors or gently pushing by hand.
High-Quality Mirrors for Super Sharp Views
A precision-made parabolic primary mirror gets rid of the spherical aberration common in budget scopes. Sky-Watcher's Radiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ) coatings deliver excellent reflectivity for bright images. The mirror maintains figure across temperature changes. This helps the system hold collimation well, even after collapsing for transport. Expect crisp lunar detail, planetary structure, and rich deep-sky contrast typical of a well-figured f/5 reflector.
Ready for First Light, Right Out of the Box!
Sky-Watcher provides two 1.25 inch Super eyepieces. This includes a 25mm for 30x wide-field views, and a 10mm for 75x lunar and planetary detail. An adjustable-brightness red dot finder makes alignment simple. The Vixen-style dovetail helps with setup and easy balancing. And it means the Virtuoso GTi 150p will work with many 3rd party tripods and mounts. The mount is powered with AA batteries for short sessions, or you can plug in an external 12V power supply for longer observing.
Sky-Watcher GTi 150p
w/ 25mm Super Eyepiece
What You'll See Through the Virtuoso GTi 150p
With GoTo and tracking, you can hop efficiently through targets and keep them centered for relaxed viewing and outreach.
- Moon: Razor-edged craters, rilles, mountain ranges, and terminator shadows
- Planets: Jupiter's bands and Galilean moons; Saturn's rings and Cassini Division under steady skies; Mars' polar caps in favorable oppositions; Venus phases; Uranus/Neptune as small disks
- Deep-Sky: The Orion Nebula's structure; Andromeda's dust lanes; the Pleiades and Double Cluster sparkling in wide fields; dozens of globulars and planetary nebulae from dark sites
Specifications
- Optical Design: Newtonian Reflector
- Aperture: 150 mm (5.9 in)
- Focal Length: 750 mm
- Focal Ratio: f/5
- Primary Mirror Material: Borosilicate Glass
- Mirror Coating: Radiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ)
- Secondary Mirror Obstruction: 32% by diameter, 10% by area
- Resolving Power (Dawes Limit): 0.77 arcseconds
- Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 13.36
- Light Gathering Power: 363% compared to human eye
- Maximum Useful Magnification: 295x
- Minimum Useful Magnification: 21x
- Focuser Type: 1.25 in (31.75 mm) Helical
- Mount Type: Tabletop Dobsonian with GoTo, dual encoders, and Wi-Fi
- Mount Features: Teflon bearings, altitude tension adjustment, rubber feet
- Tube Length (Extended): 1219 mm (48 in)
- Tube Length (Collapsed): 425 mm (16.75 in)
- Tube Outer Diameter: 183 mm (7.2 in)
- Eyepiece Height at Zenith: 711 mm (28 in)
- Optical Tube Weight: 3.63 kg (8 lb)
- Total Weight with Mount: 7.03 kg (15.5 lb)
- Base Dimensions: 375 x 432 mm (14.75 x 17 in)
- Finder: Red Dot Finder with adjustable brightness
- Dovetail Bar: Standard Vixen-Style
- Drive & Control: Motorized Alt-Az with GoTo and tracking; SynScan app compatible; SkySafari compatible via SynScan Link
- Power: 8x AA batteries or external 12V DC
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this telescope good for beginners?
Yes. The collapsible design, simple alignment routines, and app-based control make it easy to get started. GoTo and tracking keep objects centered for hassle-free viewing.
Can I use this for astrophotography?
It's ideal for smartphone snapshots of the Moon and bright planets. As an Alt-Az, non-guided Dob, it's not intended for long-exposure deep-sky imaging. For EAA/short-exposure stacking, lightweight cameras can work within limitations.
How “portable” is it really?
Very. The tube collapses to about 16 to 17 inches and the full setup weighs roughly 15 to 16 pounds. It's easy to carry to a backyard, park, or dark-sky site.
Do I need a phone or tablet to control it?
The built-in Wi-Fi works with the free SynScan app on iOS/Android. You can also use an optional SynScan hand controller. Many users also link SkySafari via SynScan.
What can I see with a 6-inch telescope?
You'll see detailed lunar craters, Jupiter's cloud bands and moons, Saturn's rings, and Mars' polar ice caps during favorable oppositions. Deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula, Andromeda Galaxy, star clusters, and hundreds of other galaxies and nebulae become accessible under dark skies.
Other Information
- Country of Manufacture: China
| Manufacturer | Sky Watcher |
|---|---|
| Telescope Focal Length | 701 - 800mm |
- 1x Sky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi 150p collapsible optical tube
- 1x Virtuoso GTi tabletop GoTo Dobsonian mount base with carrying handle
- 1x 25mm Super eyepiece (1.25 inch, 30x)
- 1x 10mm Super eyepiece (1.25 inch, 75x)
- 1x Red dot finder with adjustable brightness
- 1x Vixen-style dovetail bar (pre-installed)
- 1x User manual and documentation
Sky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi 150P GoTo Tabletop Dobsonian Telescope