Upgrade to Skywatcher EQ3-2 mount

[David P Osborne]

I am thinking of upgrading my EQ3-2 mount to a go-to of some description. I like my SW 150PL OTA though and don't really want to change that as well - so looking to just upgrade the mount for the 150PL. What would folk suggest - budget is probably in the region of about £500 or so. If possible would ideally like something that is battery powered as opposed to requiring mains  or a power pack for power. But this might not exist for the size/weight of the 150PL.

[michael.h.f.wilkinson]

For that kind of money the EQM-35 Pro Go-To is probably the best option. It has a slightly higher rated payload than the EQ5, oddly, and is the newer mount.

[malc-c]

For that budget the choices are

SW EQM-35, or SW EQ5.  Both around the £550 mark, both with similar payload capabilities (give or take a kg) and both with similar specs for resolution and slewing rates.

As Micheal mentioned, the EQM-35 is a newer mount, but the EQ5 is tried and tested - The choice is down to availability and which appeals to you personally