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Celestron NexStar 5 Telescope

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Celestron NexStar 8 SE Telescope

Celestron NexStar 8 SE 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
The distinctive patented fork arm with ergonomically designed integrated hand control cradle gives solid support to Celestron’s classic 8" optics. The NexStar 8 SE features... More
The distinctive patented fork arm with ergonomically designed integrated hand control cradle gives solid support to Celestron’s classic 8" optics. The NexStar 8 SE features Schmidt-Cassegrain 8" aperture optics with our premium StarBright XLT coatings and a powerful 2,032mm focal length and f/10 focal ratio. Less
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Key Features   
Optical Diameter 127 mm 203 mm
Max Useful Magnification x 300 x 480
Finderscope   Red-Dot Red-Dot
Mount Type   Altazimuth Altazimuth
Motorized - Yes
Focal Length 1250 mm 2032 mm
Optical Design   Catadioptrics Catadioptrics
Miscellaneous   
Product ID 20714864 36034586
UPC 050234110310 050234110693
Product MPN   
MPN 11031 NexStar 8 SE
 
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Celestron NexStar 5 Telescope
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Celestron NexStar 8 SE Telescope
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Consumer Reviews

Pirich
154

Potent Scope on A Lightweight Computerized Mount [Update 07/07/2009]

byPirich Nov 10, 2007
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Pros Potent telescope, light package is easy to move. Inexpensive for what you get.
Cons Limited field of view. Power hungry.
Recommended it? Yes

Compared to their diameter, the Schmidt Cassegrain Telescope (SCT) is the most compact design yet derived. Celestron, the company who pioneered their commercial manufacture forty years ago, made a breakthrough in 1970 with the C8, which was and remains as close as anyone has come to an all purpose... Read full review »

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