Compare Celestron NexStar 5 Telescope to iOptron SmartStar-E-R80 Telescope

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

Introducing our SmartStar -E-R80 Entry Level telescope system. Designed with the latest technology the 80 mm lens is crafted with a fluorite based low dispersion glass that is ground and polished to exact specifications. The precision design is excellent for viewing bright stars planets and their moons as well as for bird watching and other land objects. Two eye pieces come standard to allow for flexibility in viewing either a wider field or a single focused object.Alt-Azimuth Mount The Cube The SmartStar -E-R80 refractor telescope comes with our patented Alt-Azimuth Mount a.k.a. The Cube . This compact mount design is probably the most functional and flexible unit on the market. Both axis motors are built into a small single unit which is universally compatible with all telescopes using a dove-tail connection. In addition there are no dead spots so you can point your telescope to ANYWHERE above the horizon whereas other mounts block the telescope tube at certain points of rotation. Less