Sky-Watcher Heritage 130 f/5 Tabletop Dobsonian Telescope
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- 130mm primary mirror with premium optical coatings
- Ultra-portable collapsible tube design
- Lightweight tabletop Dobsonian mount
- Includes two eyepieces and red dot finder
- 1.25" helical focuser
- Ideal for beginners and grab-and-go astronomy
Sky-Watcher Heritage: The Perfect Balance of Aperture, Portability, & Price
The Sky-Watcher Heritage 130 represents a perfect balance between aperture, portability, and price. Its 130mm mirror delivers views that rival telescopes costing significantly more. From your first glimpse of Saturn's rings to tracking down faint galaxies millions of light-years away, the Heritage 130 will be your trusted companion on countless journeys through the cosmos.
Simple enough for complete beginners yet capable enough to satisfy experienced observers, this telescope hits the sweet spot of performance, portability, and affordability.
The team at Sky-Watcher give an overview of the Heritage series Dobsonians, both the 130 and the 150!
Sky-Watcher Heritage 130 Highlights
Fast f/5 Focal Ratio
The Heritage 130 is perfect for wide-field deep-sky observing. At f/5 it delivers brighter views of faint nebulae and galaxies compared to slower telescopes in the f/6 to f/8 range. This makes it ideal for objects like the Andromeda Galaxy and Orion Nebula.
Helical Focuser with 1.25"
The Heritage 130 uses a 1.25" helical focuser that’s simple, lightweight, and well-suited to a compact tabletop Dobsonian. Sky-Watcher includes a pair of eyepieces for high and low power views. But the focuser works with any standard 1.25" eyepiece, making it easy to expand your setup over time.
No-Tools Assembly
The Heritage 130 does not require a single additional tool to set up or take down. Simply extend the tube with a twist-lock mechanism, attach the red dot finder with thumbscrews, insert an eyepiece, and you're ready to observe in under two minutes.
130mm Aperture in a Compact Design
The Sky-Watcher Heritage 130 delivers serious power in a compact package. This 130mm tabletop Dobsonian has an innovative collapsible tube that makes setup and transportation effortless. It sets up in minutes on any sturdy table. No tools, alignment, or batteries required. Simply extend the tube, lock it in place, and start observing. The compact Dobsonian base provides smooth motion for tracking celestial objects. And Sky-Watcher’s tension system maintains alignment as the tube extends and locks with a twist.
High-Quality Parabolic Optics for Sharp Views
The Heritage 130 uses a precision 130mm parabolic primary mirror and Sky-Watcher’s Radiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ™) coating. This coating provides excellent reflectivity, producing impressively bright images with up to 94% of light being reflected. The parabolic shape was chosen to prevent spherical aberration that often plagues cheaper mirrors.
Even with a fast f/5 focal ratio, the optics provide sharp wide-field views, perfect for star clusters and nebulae. The borosilicate glass mirror maintains its shape across temperature changes, which means collimation remains stable when you collapse or extend the tube for storage and transport.
Complete Package Ready for First Light
Sky-Watcher includes two Super eyepieces with the Heritage 150. The 25mm eyepiece provides 30x magnification for wide views of clusters and galaxies. The 10mm eyepiece delivers 75x magnification for planetary detail. Both feature generous eye relief, comfortable for eyeglass wearers. A red dot finder with adjustable brightness makes locating objects easy. And the vixen dovetail bar ensures easier balance adjustment and compatibility with various tripods.
What You'll See Through the Heritage 130
The 130mm aperture gathers 56% more light than a 100mm telescope, and 319% more light than the human eye. This means outstanding views of the Moon with crisp craters, mountains, and valleys. Jupiter shows cloud bands and its four largest moons. Saturn's rings appear beautifully separated. Mars reveals polar ice caps during close approaches.
The Orion Nebula shows detailed structure. Star clusters like the Pleiades appear stunning with dozens of stars visible under dark skies. And the Andromeda Galaxy reveals its epic spiral shape.
Specifications
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Optical Design: Newtonian Reflector
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Aperture: 130 mm (5.1")
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Focal Length: 650 mm (25.59")
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Focal Ratio: f/5
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Primary Mirror Material: Borosilicate Glass
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Mirror Coating: Radiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ)™ coatings with 94% reflectivity
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Secondary Mirror Diameter: 40 mm (1.57")
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Secondary Mirror Obstruction: 31% by diameter, 10% by area
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Resolving Power (Dawes Limit): 0.89 arcseconds
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Rayleigh Limit: 1.04 arcseconds
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Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 13.05
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Light Gathering Power: 56% increase compared to a 100 mm (3.94") telescope
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Maximum Useful Magnification: 256x
-
Minimum Useful Magnification: 18x
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Focuser Type: 1.25" Helical
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Mount Type: Tabletop Dobsonian (Alt-azimuth)
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Mount Features: Teflon bearings, altitude tension adjustment, rubber feet
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Tube Length (Extended): 635 mm (25")
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Tube Length (Collapsed): 374.7 mm (14.75")
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Tube Outer Diameter: 168 mm (6.61")
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Eyepiece Height at Zenith: 711.2 mm (28")
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Optical Tube Weight (with accessories): 2.95 kg (6.5 lbs)
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Dobsonian Base Weight: 6.12 kg (13.5 lbs)
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Total Weight with Mount: 9.07 kg (20 lbs)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this telescope good for beginners?
Absolutely. The Heritage 130 requires no computerized alignment, no tools for setup, and the Dobsonian mount is incredibly intuitive with simple up-down and left-right motions. Basic mirror alignment (called “collimation”) will improve performance over time and keep your views sharp, especially after traveling.
Can I use this for astrophotography?
You can capture excellent smartphone photos of the Moon and bright planets using a phone adapter. But the helical focuser and non-tracking mount make it better suited for visual observation rather than serious deep-sky astrophotography.
How “portable” is it really?
The tube collapses to about 14.75 inches for easy transport in a backpack or car trunk. You can easily take it camping, to star parties, or even on airplanes as checked luggage.
Does it need a tripod?
No, it works perfectly on any sturdy table, picnic bench, or car hood for comfortable seated observing. However, the included Vixen-style dovetail lets you add an optional tripod if you prefer standing height.
What can I see with a 130mm 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 Heritage: The Perfect Balance of Aperture, Portability, & Price
The Sky-Watcher Heritage 130 represents a perfect balance between aperture, portability, and price. Its 130mm mirror delivers views that rival telescopes costing significantly more. From your first glimpse of Saturn's rings to tracking down faint galaxies millions of light-years away, the Heritage 130 will be your trusted companion on countless journeys through the cosmos.
Simple enough for complete beginners yet capable enough to satisfy experienced observers, this telescope hits the sweet spot of performance, portability, and affordability.
The team at Sky-Watcher give an overview of the Heritage series Dobsonians, both the 130 and the 150!
Sky-Watcher Heritage 130 Highlights
Fast f/5 Focal Ratio
The Heritage 130 is perfect for wide-field deep-sky observing. At f/5 it delivers brighter views of faint nebulae and galaxies compared to slower telescopes in the f/6 to f/8 range. This makes it ideal for objects like the Andromeda Galaxy and Orion Nebula.
Helical Focuser with 1.25"
The Heritage 130 uses a 1.25" helical focuser that’s simple, lightweight, and well-suited to a compact tabletop Dobsonian. Sky-Watcher includes a pair of eyepieces for high and low power views. But the focuser works with any standard 1.25" eyepiece, making it easy to expand your setup over time.
No-Tools Assembly
The Heritage 130 does not require a single additional tool to set up or take down. Simply extend the tube with a twist-lock mechanism, attach the red dot finder with thumbscrews, insert an eyepiece, and you're ready to observe in under two minutes.
130mm Aperture in a Compact Design
The Sky-Watcher Heritage 130 delivers serious power in a compact package. This 130mm tabletop Dobsonian has an innovative collapsible tube that makes setup and transportation effortless. It sets up in minutes on any sturdy table. No tools, alignment, or batteries required. Simply extend the tube, lock it in place, and start observing. The compact Dobsonian base provides smooth motion for tracking celestial objects. And Sky-Watcher’s tension system maintains alignment as the tube extends and locks with a twist.
High-Quality Parabolic Optics for Sharp Views
The Heritage 130 uses a precision 130mm parabolic primary mirror and Sky-Watcher’s Radiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ™) coating. This coating provides excellent reflectivity, producing impressively bright images with up to 94% of light being reflected. The parabolic shape was chosen to prevent spherical aberration that often plagues cheaper mirrors.
Even with a fast f/5 focal ratio, the optics provide sharp wide-field views, perfect for star clusters and nebulae. The borosilicate glass mirror maintains its shape across temperature changes, which means collimation remains stable when you collapse or extend the tube for storage and transport.
Complete Package Ready for First Light
Sky-Watcher includes two Super eyepieces with the Heritage 150. The 25mm eyepiece provides 30x magnification for wide views of clusters and galaxies. The 10mm eyepiece delivers 75x magnification for planetary detail. Both feature generous eye relief, comfortable for eyeglass wearers. A red dot finder with adjustable brightness makes locating objects easy. And the vixen dovetail bar ensures easier balance adjustment and compatibility with various tripods.
What You'll See Through the Heritage 130
The 130mm aperture gathers 56% more light than a 100mm telescope, and 319% more light than the human eye. This means outstanding views of the Moon with crisp craters, mountains, and valleys. Jupiter shows cloud bands and its four largest moons. Saturn's rings appear beautifully separated. Mars reveals polar ice caps during close approaches.
The Orion Nebula shows detailed structure. Star clusters like the Pleiades appear stunning with dozens of stars visible under dark skies. And the Andromeda Galaxy reveals its epic spiral shape.
Specifications
-
Optical Design: Newtonian Reflector
-
Aperture: 130 mm (5.1")
-
Focal Length: 650 mm (25.59")
-
Focal Ratio: f/5
-
Primary Mirror Material: Borosilicate Glass
-
Mirror Coating: Radiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ)™ coatings with 94% reflectivity
-
Secondary Mirror Diameter: 40 mm (1.57")
-
Secondary Mirror Obstruction: 31% by diameter, 10% by area
-
Resolving Power (Dawes Limit): 0.89 arcseconds
-
Rayleigh Limit: 1.04 arcseconds
-
Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 13.05
-
Light Gathering Power: 56% increase compared to a 100 mm (3.94") telescope
-
Maximum Useful Magnification: 256x
-
Minimum Useful Magnification: 18x
-
Focuser Type: 1.25" Helical
-
Mount Type: Tabletop Dobsonian (Alt-azimuth)
-
Mount Features: Teflon bearings, altitude tension adjustment, rubber feet
-
Tube Length (Extended): 635 mm (25")
-
Tube Length (Collapsed): 374.7 mm (14.75")
-
Tube Outer Diameter: 168 mm (6.61")
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Eyepiece Height at Zenith: 711.2 mm (28")
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Optical Tube Weight (with accessories): 2.95 kg (6.5 lbs)
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Dobsonian Base Weight: 6.12 kg (13.5 lbs)
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Total Weight with Mount: 9.07 kg (20 lbs)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this telescope good for beginners?
Absolutely. The Heritage 130 requires no computerized alignment, no tools for setup, and the Dobsonian mount is incredibly intuitive with simple up-down and left-right motions. Basic mirror alignment (called “collimation”) will improve performance over time and keep your views sharp, especially after traveling.
Can I use this for astrophotography?
You can capture excellent smartphone photos of the Moon and bright planets using a phone adapter. But the helical focuser and non-tracking mount make it better suited for visual observation rather than serious deep-sky astrophotography.
How “portable” is it really?
The tube collapses to about 14.75 inches for easy transport in a backpack or car trunk. You can easily take it camping, to star parties, or even on airplanes as checked luggage.
Does it need a tripod?
No, it works perfectly on any sturdy table, picnic bench, or car hood for comfortable seated observing. However, the included Vixen-style dovetail lets you add an optional tripod if you prefer standing height.
What can I see with a 130mm 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.
- 1x Sky-Watcher Heritage 130 Collapsible Optical Tube
- 1x Tabletop Dobsonian Mount Base with Carrying Handle
- 1x 25mm SUPER Eyepiece (1.25-inch, 26x magnification)
- 1x 10mm SUPER Eyepiece (1.25-inch, 65x magnification)
- 1x Red Dot Finder
- 1xVixen-Style Dovetail Bar (pre-installed on scope)
- 1x User Manual and Documentation
- 130mm primary mirror with premium optical coatings
- Ultra-portable collapsible tube design
- Lightweight tabletop Dobsonian mount
- Includes two eyepieces and red dot finder
- 1.25" helical focuser
- Ideal for beginners and grab-and-go astronomy
Sky-Watcher Heritage: The Perfect Balance of Aperture, Portability, & Price
The Sky-Watcher Heritage 130 represents a perfect balance between aperture, portability, and price. Its 130mm mirror delivers views that rival telescopes costing significantly more. From your first glimpse of Saturn's rings to tracking down faint galaxies millions of light-years away, the Heritage 130 will be your trusted companion on countless journeys through the cosmos.
Simple enough for complete beginners yet capable enough to satisfy experienced observers, this telescope hits the sweet spot of performance, portability, and affordability.
The team at Sky-Watcher give an overview of the Heritage series Dobsonians, both the 130 and the 150!
Sky-Watcher Heritage 130 Highlights
Fast f/5 Focal Ratio
The Heritage 130 is perfect for wide-field deep-sky observing. At f/5 it delivers brighter views of faint nebulae and galaxies compared to slower telescopes in the f/6 to f/8 range. This makes it ideal for objects like the Andromeda Galaxy and Orion Nebula.
Helical Focuser with 1.25"
The Heritage 130 uses a 1.25" helical focuser that’s simple, lightweight, and well-suited to a compact tabletop Dobsonian. Sky-Watcher includes a pair of eyepieces for high and low power views. But the focuser works with any standard 1.25" eyepiece, making it easy to expand your setup over time.
No-Tools Assembly
The Heritage 130 does not require a single additional tool to set up or take down. Simply extend the tube with a twist-lock mechanism, attach the red dot finder with thumbscrews, insert an eyepiece, and you're ready to observe in under two minutes.
130mm Aperture in a Compact Design
The Sky-Watcher Heritage 130 delivers serious power in a compact package. This 130mm tabletop Dobsonian has an innovative collapsible tube that makes setup and transportation effortless. It sets up in minutes on any sturdy table. No tools, alignment, or batteries required. Simply extend the tube, lock it in place, and start observing. The compact Dobsonian base provides smooth motion for tracking celestial objects. And Sky-Watcher’s tension system maintains alignment as the tube extends and locks with a twist.
High-Quality Parabolic Optics for Sharp Views
The Heritage 130 uses a precision 130mm parabolic primary mirror and Sky-Watcher’s Radiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ™) coating. This coating provides excellent reflectivity, producing impressively bright images with up to 94% of light being reflected. The parabolic shape was chosen to prevent spherical aberration that often plagues cheaper mirrors.
Even with a fast f/5 focal ratio, the optics provide sharp wide-field views, perfect for star clusters and nebulae. The borosilicate glass mirror maintains its shape across temperature changes, which means collimation remains stable when you collapse or extend the tube for storage and transport.
Complete Package Ready for First Light
Sky-Watcher includes two Super eyepieces with the Heritage 150. The 25mm eyepiece provides 30x magnification for wide views of clusters and galaxies. The 10mm eyepiece delivers 75x magnification for planetary detail. Both feature generous eye relief, comfortable for eyeglass wearers. A red dot finder with adjustable brightness makes locating objects easy. And the vixen dovetail bar ensures easier balance adjustment and compatibility with various tripods.
What You'll See Through the Heritage 130
The 130mm aperture gathers 56% more light than a 100mm telescope, and 319% more light than the human eye. This means outstanding views of the Moon with crisp craters, mountains, and valleys. Jupiter shows cloud bands and its four largest moons. Saturn's rings appear beautifully separated. Mars reveals polar ice caps during close approaches.
The Orion Nebula shows detailed structure. Star clusters like the Pleiades appear stunning with dozens of stars visible under dark skies. And the Andromeda Galaxy reveals its epic spiral shape.
Specifications
-
Optical Design: Newtonian Reflector
-
Aperture: 130 mm (5.1")
-
Focal Length: 650 mm (25.59")
-
Focal Ratio: f/5
-
Primary Mirror Material: Borosilicate Glass
-
Mirror Coating: Radiant Aluminum Quartz (RAQ)™ coatings with 94% reflectivity
-
Secondary Mirror Diameter: 40 mm (1.57")
-
Secondary Mirror Obstruction: 31% by diameter, 10% by area
-
Resolving Power (Dawes Limit): 0.89 arcseconds
-
Rayleigh Limit: 1.04 arcseconds
-
Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 13.05
-
Light Gathering Power: 56% increase compared to a 100 mm (3.94") telescope
-
Maximum Useful Magnification: 256x
-
Minimum Useful Magnification: 18x
-
Focuser Type: 1.25" Helical
-
Mount Type: Tabletop Dobsonian (Alt-azimuth)
-
Mount Features: Teflon bearings, altitude tension adjustment, rubber feet
-
Tube Length (Extended): 635 mm (25")
-
Tube Length (Collapsed): 374.7 mm (14.75")
-
Tube Outer Diameter: 168 mm (6.61")
-
Eyepiece Height at Zenith: 711.2 mm (28")
-
Optical Tube Weight (with accessories): 2.95 kg (6.5 lbs)
-
Dobsonian Base Weight: 6.12 kg (13.5 lbs)
-
Total Weight with Mount: 9.07 kg (20 lbs)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this telescope good for beginners?
Absolutely. The Heritage 130 requires no computerized alignment, no tools for setup, and the Dobsonian mount is incredibly intuitive with simple up-down and left-right motions. Basic mirror alignment (called “collimation”) will improve performance over time and keep your views sharp, especially after traveling.
Can I use this for astrophotography?
You can capture excellent smartphone photos of the Moon and bright planets using a phone adapter. But the helical focuser and non-tracking mount make it better suited for visual observation rather than serious deep-sky astrophotography.
How “portable” is it really?
The tube collapses to about 14.75 inches for easy transport in a backpack or car trunk. You can easily take it camping, to star parties, or even on airplanes as checked luggage.
Does it need a tripod?
No, it works perfectly on any sturdy table, picnic bench, or car hood for comfortable seated observing. However, the included Vixen-style dovetail lets you add an optional tripod if you prefer standing height.
What can I see with a 130mm 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
| Telescope Focal Length | 601 - 700mm |
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- 1x Sky-Watcher Heritage 130 Collapsible Optical Tube
- 1x Tabletop Dobsonian Mount Base with Carrying Handle
- 1x 25mm SUPER Eyepiece (1.25-inch, 26x magnification)
- 1x 10mm SUPER Eyepiece (1.25-inch, 65x magnification)
- 1x Red Dot Finder
- 1xVixen-Style Dovetail Bar (pre-installed on scope)
- 1x User Manual and Documentation
Sky-Watcher Heritage 130 f/5 Tabletop Dobsonian Telescope