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Celestron NexStar 5 Telescope

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Celestron Advanced C8-SGT Telescope

 
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Product Description
The NexStar ushers in a whole new generation of computer automated technology. Simple and friendly to use, the NexStar is up and running after locating just two alignment stars. Its the... More
The NexStar ushers in a whole new generation of computer automated technology. Simple and friendly to use, the NexStar is up and running after locating just two alignment stars. Its the perfect combination of power and portability. If astronomy is a new hobby, one may wish to start off by using the NexStars built-in Sky Tour feature, which commands the NexStar to find the most interesting objects in the sky and automatically slews to each one. For the experienced amateur, there is a comprehensive database of over 18,000 objects, including customized lists of all the best deep-sky objects, bright double stars and variable stars. No matter what level the observer, the NexStar will unfold all the wonders of the Universe Less
For a completely automated GoTo system, the C8-SGT (#11026) comes mounted on the CG-5 GT computerized EQ mount and allows access to features like automatic star alignment capability and GoTo... More
For a completely automated GoTo system, the C8-SGT (#11026) comes mounted on the CG-5 GT computerized EQ mount and allows access to features like automatic star alignment capability and GoTo slewing to over 40,000 objects. Equipped with high speed motors and hand control, the C8-SGT allows you to remotely slew your telescope to desired objects quickly and accurately. No matter at what level you are starting out, this precision instrument will satisfy your needs both visually and photographically Less
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Key Features   
Optical Diameter 127 mm 203 mm
Max Useful Magnification x 300 x 480
Finderscope   Red-Dot Optical
Mount Type   Altazimuth Equatorial
Motorized - Yes
Focal Length 1250 mm 2032 mm
Optical Design   Catadioptrics Catadioptrics
Miscellaneous   
Product ID 20714864 20805856
UPC 050234110310 050234102612
Product MPN   
MPN 11031 10008012
 
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Celestron NexStar 5 Telescope
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Celestron Advanced C8-SGT Telescope
Celestron Advanced C8-SGT Telescope
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CELESTRON C8-SGT

bylevelone Feb 21, 2008
7 Helpfuls 8 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros 8 inch superior mirror. Quality, Reflector light collection superb.
Cons none
Recommended it? Yes

This is a wonderful scope. Compact enough to transport and take to dark places. This is not a cheap or inexpensive scope by any means. It is expensive but you get what you pay for. You can spend a lot less, you can spend a ton more. But.. For the money, this has to be the best scope around. I have... Read full review »

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Very Nice

bychef919 Aug 9, 2007
5 Helpfuls 6 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Slewing is excellent, views are terrific. Price is right.
Cons You will need dark skies for very faint deep space objects.
Recommended it? Yes

This is a real nice scope that gives nice clean views. I'd prefer a bit more aperature (who wouldn't) but for the price you will get some very nice viewing. Even in my backyard with the five street lights bleaching things out I can still get good detail on some of the brighter deep space objects... Read full review »

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