Celestron – NexStar 8 SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope

Description

Celestron’s signature orange-tube telescope combines advanced features and excellent optics in one easy-to-use system, the NexStar 8SE. It’s the perfect choice for your first serious telescope, offering impressive views at an economical price.

The world’s most beloved telescope!
Celestron’s signature orange-tube telescope combines advanced features and excellent optics in one easy-to-use system, the NexStar 8SE. It’s the perfect choice for your first serious telescope, offering impressive views at an economical price.

Large, 8-inch aperture
with excellent light-gathering ability provides spectacular views of the Moon and planets, along with deep sky objects like the Whirlpool Galaxy and Hercules Globular Cluster.

Fully automated
GoTo mount with database of 40,000+ celestial objects automatically locates and tracks objects for you.GoTo mount with database of 40,000+ celestial objects automatically locates and tracks objects for you.GoTo mount with database of 40,000+ celestial objects automatically locates and tracks objects for you.GoTo mount with database of 40,000+ celestial objects automatically locates and tracks objects for you.

SkyAlign technology
gets your telescope aligned and ready to observe in minutes. Even if you’re unfamiliar with the night sky, you can easily align your telescope on any three bright objects.

Unique single fork arm design and sturdy steel tripod
all break down into separate components for easy transport and quick assembly.

Quick-release fork arm mount
With integrated hand control cradle provides rigid and smooth operation.

StarBright XLT high-transmission coatings
Offer an enhanced view.

Star diagonal alignment
For comfortable viewing position.

Steel tripod
For durability.

Object database
Helps you locate and identify up to 40,000 celestial objects; 200 user-definable objects provide expanded information.

Autoguider port
For long exposure photography.

LCD hand control with backlit LED buttons
For easy navigation of features.

NexRemote telescope control software and cable (RS-232)
Allow simple control via your computer.