The Spectrum Optics SP 127 is the rare “one box does it all” setup that actually earns the claim. You get a 127mm f/15 Maksutov-Cassegrain for crisp visual observing and lunar/planetary detail, plus a 53mm ED smart guider/imager powered by the MirroSky intelligent astro system. No star alignment homework, no hand controller required—just open the app, pick a target, and let plate solving handle the pointing and stacking. It’s built for beginners who want results fast, and for experienced observers who want a grab-and-go system that still feels legit.
Complete smart telescope system: OTA, mount, tripod, smart camera, ED guider/imager, and accessories included
Best of both worlds
127mm Mak (1900mm FL) for high-contrast visual observing, Moon, and planets
53mm ED refractor (200mm FL) works as a finder/guide scope and your wide-field imaging optic
MirroSky intelligent astro system (plate solving)
No manual star alignment or reference-star routine
Automatically knows where it’s pointing and guides you right onto targets
Automatically selects alignment stars for stacking without user intervention
Smart imaging workflow
Automatically captures short exposures, aligns, and stacks to produce a detailed deep-sky image
100,000+ object database so you’re never short on targets
Uses your phone/tablet GPS for location/date/time—no extra setup
Removable intelligent color camera with Sony IMX662 sensor
Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz + 5GHz)
64GB onboard storage
12-bit ADC, no amp glow
Ports for USB-C power, USB 2.0, and ST4
Stable Alt-AZ mount with real gearing
Worm gear drive on both axes, stepper motor
~9 lb (4kg) payload capacity and Vixen-style dovetail receiver
Max slew speed 3°/sec, plus 9 tracking speeds
Full-size tripod with 1.5" steel legs for steadier viewing and imaging
Includes the “actually useful” accessories: diagonal, Plössl eyepiece, Bahtinov mask, cables, and power
Specifications
Primary OTA: 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain
Focal length:1900mm
F/ratio:f/15
Coatings: Fully multi-coated
Dovetail: Vixen-style
Length:14.6" (370mm)
Weight:6.5 lb (2.95kg)
Eyepiece: 25mm Plössl (1.25")
Magnification:76x
Diagonal: 90° (1.25")
Limiting magnitude:13.2
Resolution (limiting):0.91 arc-seconds
Assembled weight:26 lb (11.8kg)
Mount payload capacity: Approx. 9 lb (4kg)
Guide/Imaging Scope
53mm ED refractor with helical focuser
Focal length:200mm
F/ratio:f/4
Coatings: Fully multi-coated
Dovetail: Universal viewfinder-style
Field of view w/ intelligent camera: ~1.6° × 0.9°
Intelligent Camera (MS Intelligent Camera)
Sensor: Sony IMX662 CMOS color
Pixel size:2.9µm
Resolution:1920 × 1080
Storage:64GB onboard
ADC:12-bit
Amp glow: None
Ports: USB-C (power), USB 2.0, ST4
Wi-Fi:2.4GHz & 5GHz
Mount
Configuration: Alt/Azimuth
Motor: Stepper motor
Gears: Worm gear drive (Altitude + Azimuth)
Max slew speed:3°/sec
Tracking modes:9 speeds
Compass: Built-in geomagnetic compass
GPS: Via MirroSky app (phone/tablet)
Power input:12V 2A DC or 8×AA batteries
Tripod
Adjustable full-size tripod with 1.5" diameter steel legs
Accessory tray/holder with spots for 1.25" accessories
What’s in the box?
SP127 Mount (Alt-AZ)
127mm f/15 Maksutov-Cassegrain OTA (1900mm FL)
MS Intelligent Camera (Sony IMX662)
53mm ED Refractor with bracket (200mm f/4)
90° 1.25" diagonal
1.25" 25mm Plössl eyepiece
Bahtinov focusing mask
AC adapter
Full-size tripod with 1.5" steel legs + accessory holder
Two USB-C cables
USB-C to 5.5mm adapter
Software and Docs
MirroSky App (iOS + Android)
Plate solving / no-star-alignment operation
100,000+ object database
Uses device GPS for location, date, and time
Controls capture, stacking, and target selection
Choosing a selection results in a full page refresh.
