TOP 10 DOBSONIAN TELESCOPES

1. Orion 10024 SkyQuest XX14i IntelliScope Truss Dobsonian Telescope

Included IntelliScope Computerized Object Locator tells you precisely where to push the telescope to see over 14,000 celestial objects

Huge 14" aperture reflector optics gather enough light for stunning views of galaxies, nebulas, and star clusters, as well as gorgeously detailed views of the Moon and planets

Orion-designed collapsible Dobsonian base separates into four pieces while the truss-equipped reflector optical tube separates into six pieces for easy portability

Includes 2" dual-speed (11:1) Crayford focuser, 35mm 2" DeepView eyepiece, 10mm 1.25" Sirius Plossl eyepiece, 9x50 finder scope, eyepiece rack, collimation cap, Starry Night software, and more!

A colossal 14" aperture truss-tube Dobsonian reflector telescope that breaks down into bite-size components to fit into a standard size car

2. Orion 8946 SkyQuest XT10 Classic Dobsonian Telescope

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The Orion SkyQuest XT10 Classic Dobsonian is a big 10" aperture reflector telescope with a small price tag

Gobbles up light for great views of deep-sky objects such as nebulas, galaxies, star clusters, and close-up views of more nearby targets like the Moon and planets

Simple point-and-view Dobsonian design reflector telescope is easy and fun to use for the whole family

Stable Dobsonian telescope base and Orion CorrecTension friction optimization system keeps reflector optical tube perfectly balanced in any position

Includes precise 2" Crayford focuser, 25mm Sirius Plossl eyepiece, EZ Finder II reflex sight, collimation cap, dust caps, and Starry Night software

3. Orion SkyQuest XT10 Plus Dobsonian Reflector Telescope

This deluxe upgrade of our popular XT10 Classic Dobsonian boasts multiple key feature enhancements and additional included accessories for an unforgettable stargazing experience

Features a 2" dual-speed Crayford focuser with 11:1 fine-focus provides precise focus adjustments for sharp views

10" aperture reflector optical tube rides on a redesigned base with adjustable altitude tension knobs. Highly visible white trim on base makes it easier to see and step around in the dark

Convenient thumbscrew-adjustable secondary mirror for easy collimation without tools

Includes a 2" 28mm DeepView eyepiece, 1.25" 10mm Sirius Plossl eyepiece, Shorty 2x Barlow, eyepiece rack, EZ Finder II reflex sight, DeepMap 600 folding star chart, collimation cap, and more

4. Orion 09007 SpaceProbe 130ST Equatorial Reflector Telescope (Black)

This 5.1 inch aperture reflector telescope gathers an ample amount of light for great views of the planets and Moon, as well as brighter galaxies, nebulas, and star clusters

Short 24 inch long optical tube design for easy portability and fast f/5 focal ratio for pleasing wide-field performance makes the SpaceProbe 130ST EQ a very versatile telescope the whole family can enjoy

Sturdy EQ-2 equatorial telescope mount and adjustable tripod allows manual slow-motion tracking of celestial objects as they appear to migrate across the night sky , Counterweight bar length - 8 inches

Complete assembled telescope weighs just 27 lbs. for convenient transport

Includes two 1.25 inch Sirius Plossl eyepieces (25mm and 10mm), 6x30 finder scope, 1.25inch rack and pinion focuser, tripod accessory tray, collimation cap, Starry Night astronomy software, and more!

5. Orion 8968 SkyQuest XX16g GoTo Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope

Our 16" truss-tube GoTo Dob presents a perfect combination of big-aperture optics and sophisticated, fully motorized object location technology for the ultimate in Dobsonian telescope performance and observing convenience

A big, 16" aperture telescope designed for maximum portability - both the optical tube and Dobsonian base can be broken down quickly without tools into easily manageable components for convenient transport in any standard size car

Features accurate, motorized GoTo pointing and tracking of over 42,000 celestial objects within its GoTo system database, and enough aperture for great views of each one

Closed-loop electronics forgive accidental bumps and allow the telescope to be moved manually without losing alignment of the GoTo system. Heavy-duty clutches on both axes allow independent adjustment of motion to desired level of resistance

Huge 16" (406mm) diameter, convex-back parabolic primary mirror with enhanced, 94% reflectivity aluminum coating delivers outstanding views of faint deep-sky objects

Above are the 5 products we think are the top 5 dobsonian telescopes

6. Meade Instruments LightBridge 16-Inch Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope, Open Truss - Black (1645-05-03)

Open truss tube design with new anti-reflection coatings on trusses and castings

16-inch aperture and a focal length of 1829-millimeters

Focal ratio is f/4.5

Laminated base features roller bearings on the azimuth axis

Comes with a 1-year limited warranty

7. Orion 10018 SkyQuest XT8i IntelliScope Dobsonian Telescope

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Large Dobsonian reflector telescope with 8" aperture allows you to see faint deep-sky objects such as nebulas and galaxies, in addition to fantastic views of the Moon and planets

Locating those faint deep-sky objects is simple with the IntelliScope Computerized Object Locator - it includes more than 14,000 objects in its database, and points you right to each one

Select the object you wish to view from the IntelliScope database, then simply follow the directional arrows displayed on the hand controller by moving the telescope until the object is right in the eyepiece field of view - it's easy!

The ultra-stable Dobsonian telescope base keeps the reflector optical tube perfectly balanced for easy point-and-view use

A precise Crayford focuser allows use of larger format 2" telescope eyepieces - the bright, wide-field view of the Andromeda galaxy in a low power 2" eyepiece is jaw-dropping!

8. Celestron NexStar 130SLT Computerized Telescope

Aperture: 130mm; focal length: 650mm; compatible with 2 inch eyepieces

Focal ratio: 5; focal length of eyepiece 1/2: 25mm/9mm.Before you can begin observing, you must setup your hand control, align your finderscope and align your telescope

Magnification of eyepiece 1/2: 26x/72x; finder scope: star pointer; mount type: motorized altazimuth

Highest/lowest useful magnification: 307x/19x; light gathering power: 345x

Apparent field of view: 1.7 degrees; Linear field of view (at 1000Yds): 91ft

Computerized hand control with 4,000+ object database including over 600 galaxies, 300 clusters and dozens of beautiful binary stars

SkyAlign allows you to align on any 3 bright celestial objects

Motorized Altazimuth mount

Focal ratio: f5

Focal length: 650mm

9. The Dobsonian Telescope: A Practical Manual for Building Large Aperture Telescopes

Here are some of the topics covered in this book:

Deciding what size telescope will suit your needs

Ordering optics for a large Dobsonian

Understanding plywood and how to use it properly

Making a flotation cell to support the primary mirror

10. Orion 10016 StarBlast 6 Astro Reflector Telescope

A fun, capable, and simple point-and-view tabletop reflector telescope popular among both beginners and seasoned astronomers thanks to its ease of use and versatile performance

Substantial 6" aperture reflector optics reveal good detail on the planets and Moon, as well as bright deep-sky objects such as nebulas, galaxies, and star clusters

Compact tabletop design gives the StarBlast 6 reflector great grab-and-go portability - weighs just 23.5 lbs.

The sturdy StarBlast 6 reflector base arrives pre-assembled in the box for hassle-free set-up. No GPS included

Includes 25mm and 10mm Sirius Plossl 1.25" telescope eyepieces, EZ Finder II aiming device, eyepiece rack, Starry Night software, and more!.Highest Useful Magnification:300x