The Celestron 6 SCT Advanced VX Telescope is designed for the intermediate visual observer and beginner astroimager, being a small and portable Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope on a solid GoTo mount. The Schmidt-Cassegrain design eliminates chromatic aberration, which makes it a good choice for entry-level astroimaging. The Advanced VX mount was designed to provide optimum imaging performance for smaller telescopes. This means the smaller telescope can now take advantage of All-Star Polar Alignment and autoguider support. You will be able to track through long exposures using permanently programmable periodic error correction and image across the meridian without doing a meridian flip. This means you can seamlessly image the best part of night sky. The Advanced VX features significantly larger base castings than the previous design, which improves stability under heavier loads. The improved motors offer more torque and can handle slight load imbalances with ease. Features - 6 (150mm) f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain includes StarBright XLT coatings for better light transmission - 40% more light gathering than a 5 telescope. - Integer gear ratios and permanently programmable Periodic Error Correction eliminates recurring track errors from the worm gear. - Autoguider port for long exposure imaging - New motors offer improved tracking performance & provide more power to overcome load imbalances - Updated industrial design offers more rigidity, less flexure and improved aesthetics - New design allows viewing or imaging across the meridian without interference from the motors housings - Improved latitude range. Can be used between 7 – 77 degrees latitude. - NexStar+ hand control offers multiple language programming (English, French, Italian, German, Spanish) Main Specifications Optical Design:Schmidt-Cassegrain Aperture (mm):150 mm (5.91 in) Focal Length:1500 mm (59 in) Focal Ratio:10 Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm):20 mm (0.79 in) Magnification of Eyepiece 1:75 x Finderscope:6x30 Tripod:Adjustable, Stainless Steel Tripod Leg Diameter:2 Highest Useful Magnification:354 x Lowest Useful Magnification: 21 x For full specification see Celestron website: http://www.celestron.com/portal/celestron-advancedvx-6-inch-schmidt-cassegrain.html
The Celestron NexStar 6 SE and 8 SE Computerised Mount is the same model as offered with the NexStar 6 and 8 inch telescopes. It has NexStar technology making it fully GoTo capable. The included hand controller contains a 40, 000 object database and offers a variety of different tracking and slew options. The included NexRemote and Sky X First Light software, plus the RS232 cable gives you everything you need to control the mount with your computer if you wish. A sturdy steel tripod ensures a stable footing and the mount's built in saddle plate accepts V series dovetails which makes it easy to attach your telescope. Features - AltAz Computerised mount, as supplied with all NexStar 6/8 telescopes - NexStar technology with database for automatic slewing (GoTo) and tracking of 40, 000 objects - Flash upgradeable hand control with SkyAlign alignment procedure and NexStar technology - NexRemote telescope control software - RS-232 cable - Steel tripod - Vixen style dovetail compatible with the CG5 or Advanced Series dovetails - TheSkyX – First Light Edition astronomy software with a 10, 000 object database, printable sky maps and 75 enhanced images Specifications Payload Capacity 12 lbs (5.44 kg) For full specification see Celestron website: http://www.celestron.com/astronomy/celestron-nexstar-6-se-and-8-se-computerized-mount.html
The Celestron 6 Newtonian Advanced VX Telescope is an excellent entry-level telescope that can grow with you. Its Newtonian optical design is excellent for visual observing and when combined with the Advanced VX mount you will have all the tools necessary for your hobby. The Advanced VX mount was designed to provide optimum imaging performance for smaller telescopes. This means the smaller telescope can now take advantage of All-Star Polar Alignment and autoguider support. You will be able to track through long exposures using permanently programmable periodic error correction and image across the meridian without doing a meridian flip. This means you can seamlessly image the best part of night sky. The Advanced VX features significantly larger base castings than the previous design, which improves stability under heavier loads. The improved motors offer more torque and can handle slight load imbalances with ease. Features - 6 (150mm) f/5 optical design gives excellent wide field views - Parabolic primary mirror minimizes spherical aberration to produce a better image - Integer gear ratios and permanently programmable Periodic Error Correction eliminates recurring track errors from the worm gear - New motors offer improved tracking performance & provide more power to overcome load imbalances - Updated industrial design offers more rigidity, less flexure and improved aesthetics - New design allows viewing or imaging across the meridian without interference from the motors housings - Improved latitude range, can be used between 7 – 77 degrees latitude - Improved electronics contain increased memory for future expansion - NexStar+ hand control offers multiple language programming (English, French, Italian, German, Spanish) Main Specifications Optical Design:Newtonian Reflector Aperture (mm):150 mm (5.91 in) Focal Length:750 mm (30 in) Focal Ratio:5 Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm):20 mm (0.79 in) Magnification of Eyepiece 1:38 x Finderscope:6x30 Tripod:Adjustable, Stainless Steel Tripod Leg Diameter:2 Highest Useful Magnification: 354 x Lowest Useful Magnification: 21 x For full specification see Celestron website: http://www.celestron.com/astronomy/celestron-advancedvx-6-inch-newtonian.html
The Celestron 8 EdgeHD Advanced VX Telescope combines the groundbreaking new Advanced VX mount with Celestron's best optics, the EdgeHD optical system. This setup offers the astroimager maximum versatility because it allows up to 3 different f-stop configurations. Users can attach a camera to the rear of the telescope and shoot at f/10, or attach the 8-inch focal reducer (not available yet) and shoot at f/7. Also, the EdgeHD is Fastar/Hyperstar compatible, giving imagers the option to shoot at ultra-fast f/2. Whichever configuration you choose, the EdgeHD technology gives you pinpoint stars all the way to the edge of the CCD sensor. The Advanced VX mount was designed to provide optimum imaging performance for smaller telescopes. This means the smaller telescope can now take advantage of All-Star Polar Alignment and autoguider support. You will be able to track through long exposures using permanently programmable periodic error correction and image across the meridian without doing a meridian flip. This means you can seamlessly image the best part of night sky. The Advanced VX features significantly larger base castings than the previous design, which improves stability under heavier loads. The improved motors offer more torque and can handle slight load imbalances with ease. This setup is simple enough for a beginner to use, but can also provide years of enjoyment for sophisticated astroimagers. Features - 8 (2032mm) f/10 Edge HD includes StarBright XLT coatings for better light transmission - Edge HD optical design fully corrects for coma and field curvature, delivering a truly flat field - Built-in tube vents with integrated 60 micron mesh filters allow hot air to be released behind the primary mirror - Fastar compatible tube comes with removable secondary mirror for fast f/2.8 imaging - 9x50 optical finderscope for locating alignment stars - Integer gear ratios and permanently programmable Periodic Error Correction eliminates recurring track errors from the worm gear. - Autoguider port for long exposure imaging - New motors offer improved tracking performance & provide more power to overcome load imbalances - Updated industrial design offers more rigidity, less flexure and improved aesthetics - New design allows viewing or imaging across the meridian without interference from the motors housings - Improved latitude range. Can be used between 7 – 77 degrees latitude. - NexStar+ hand control offers multiple language programming (English, French, Italian, German, Spanish) Main Specifications Optical Design:EdgeHD Aperture (mm):203 mm (7.99 in) Focal Length:2032 mm (80 in) Focal Ratio:10 Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm):40 mm (1.57 in) Magnification of Eyepiece 1:51 x Finderscope:9x50 Tripod:Adjustable, Stainless Steel Tripod Leg Diameter:2 Highest Useful Magnification: 480 x Lowest Useful Magnification: 29 x For full specification see Celestron website: http://www.celestron.com/astronomy/celestron-advancedvx-8-inch-edgehd.html
The Celestron 8 Newtonian Advanced VX Telescope is an excellent entry-level telescope that can grow with you. Its Newtonian optical design is excellent for visual observing and when combined with the Advanced VX mount you will have all the tools necessary for your hobby. The parabolic primary mirror minimises spherical aberration and produces a sharper image near the edge of the field of view. This scope is great for intermediate visual observers, and beginning astroimagers looking for a large aperture with lots of light-gathering power The Advanced VX mount was designed to provide optimum imaging performance for smaller telescopes. This means the smaller telescope can now take advantage of All-Star Polar Alignment and autoguider support. You will be able to track through long exposures using permanently programmable periodic error correction and image across the meridian without doing a meridian flip. This means you can seamlessly image the best part of night sky. The Advanced VX features significantly larger base castings than the previous design, which improves stability under heavier loads. The improved motors offer more torque and can handle slight load imbalances with ease. Features - 8 (200mm) f/5 optical design gives excellent wide field views - Parabolic primary mirror minimizes spherical aberration to produce a better image - Integer gear ratios and permanently programmable Periodic Error Correction eliminates recurring track errors from the worm gear. - New motors offer improved tracking performance & provide more power to overcome load imbalances - Updated industrial design offers more rigidity, less flexure and improved aesthetics - New design allows viewing or imaging across the meridian without interference from the motors housings - Improved latitude range. Can be used between 7 – 77 degrees latitude. - Improved electronics contain increased memory for future expansion - NexStar+ hand control offers multiple language programming (English, French, Italian, German, Spanish) Main Specifications Optical Design:Newtonian Reflector Aperture (mm):200 mm (7.87 in) Focal Length:1000 mm (39 in) Focal Ratio:5 Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm):20 mm (0.79 in) Magnification of Eyepiece 1:50 x Finderscope:9x50 Tripod:Adjustable, Stainless Steel Tripod Leg Diameter:2 Highest Useful Magnification: 472 x Lowest Useful Magnification: 29 x For full specification see Celestron website: http://www.celestron.com/astronomy/celestron-advancedvx-8-inch-newtonian.html
The Celestron 11 SCT Advanced VX Telescope is designed for the intermediate or beginner astroimager, being a small and portable Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope on a Advanced VX mount it is easy for one person to transport and assemble. The Schmidt-Cassegrain design eliminates chromatic aberration, which makes it a good choice for entry-level astroimaging. The Advanced VX mount was designed to provide optimum imaging performance for smaller telescopes. This means the smaller telescope can now take advantage of All-Star Polar Alignment and autoguider support. You will be able to track through long exposures using permanently programmable periodic error correction and image across the meridian without doing a meridian flip. This means you can seamlessly image the best part of night sky. The Advanced VX features significantly larger base castings than the previous design, which improves stability under heavier loads. The improved motors offer more torque and can handle slight load imbalances with ease. Features - 11 (2800mm) f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain includes StarBright XLT coatings for better light transmission - 41% more light gathering than a 9.25 telescope - 9x50 optical finderscope for locating alignment stars - Integer gear ratios and permanently programmable Periodic Error Correction eliminates recurring track errors from the worm gear. - Autoguider port for long exposure imaging - New motors offer improved tracking performance & provide more power to overcome load imbalances - Updated industrial design offers more rigidity, less flexure and improved aesthetics - New design allows viewing or imaging across the meridian without interference from the motors housings - Improved latitude range. Can be used between 7 – 77 degrees latitude. - NexStar+ hand control offers multiple language programming (English, French, Italian, German, Spanish) Main Specifications Optical Design:Schmidt-Cassegrain Aperture (mm):280 mm (11 in) Focal Length:2800 mm (110 in) Focal Ratio:10 Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm):40 mm (1.57 in) Magnification of Eyepiece 1: 70 x Finderscope:9x50 Tripod:Adjustable, Stainless Steel Tripod Leg Diameter:2 Highest Useful Magnification: 661 x Lowest Useful Magnification: 40 x For full specification see Celestron website: http://www.celestron.com/astronomy/celestron-advancedvx-11-inch-schmidt-cassegrain.html
The Celestron 6 Refractor Advanced VX Telescope gives high contrast views. Because they don't have a secondary mirror, refractors offer no obstruction of the aperture, giving the highest possible contrast. This refractor setup features an f/8 objective lens, which can be paired with a Nightscape CCD camera to image brighter deep-sky objects or the NexImage 5 Solar System Imager to create dazzling images of the planets. The Advanced VX mount was designed to provide optimum imaging performance for smaller telescopes. This means the smaller telescope can now take advantage of All-Star Polar Alignment and autoguider support. You will be able to track through long exposures using permanently programmable periodic error correction and image across the meridian without doing a meridian flip. This means you can seamlessly image the best part of night sky. The Advanced VX features significantly larger base castings than the previous design, which improves stability under heavier loads. The improved motors offer more torque and can handle slight load imbalances with ease. Features - 6 (150mm) f/8 objective lens is perfect for high contrast planetary views - 2 Focuser allows use with 2 and 1.25 accessories - Integer gear ratios and permanently programmable Periodic Error Correction eliminates recurring track errors from the worm gear. - Autoguider port for long exposure imaging - New motors offer improved tracking performance & provide more power to overcome load imbalances - Updated industrial design offers more rigidity, less flexure and improved aesthetics - New design allows viewing or imaging across the meridian without interference from the motors housings - Improved latitude range. Can be used between 7 – 77 degrees latitude. - NexStar+ hand control offers multiple language programming (English, French, Italian, German, Spanish) Main Specifications Optical Design:Refractor Aperture (mm) 150 mm (5.91 in) Focal Length 1200 mm (47 in) Focal Ratio 8 Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm) 20 mm (0.79 in) Magnification of Eyepiece 1 60 x Finderscope 9x50 Tripod Adjustable, Stainless Steel Tripod Leg Diameter 2 Highest Useful Magnification 354 x Lowest Useful Magnification 21 x For full specification see Celestron website: http://www.celestron.com/astronomy/celestron-advancedvx-6-inch-refractor.html
The Celestron CGEM - 925 Computerised Telescope is a high quality 9.25 Schmidt-Cassegrain with a fully computerised Equatorial adjustable, Stainless Steel mount. The CGEM mount has an attractive, bold appearance and is capable of carrying Celestron's higher-end SCT optical tubes (up to 11) securely and vibration free. This makes it is ideal for both imaging and visual observing. With its ergonomic design the CGEM was designed to be ergonomically friendly with large Altitude and Azimuth adjustment knobs for quick and easy polar alignment adjustment. The internal RA and DEC motor wiring gives a clean look and an easy, trouble free set up. The CGEM series has a new innovative Polar alignment procedure which is called All-Star. All-Star allows users to choose any bright star, then the software calculates and assists with polar alignment. Another great feature is the Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PEC) which allows users to train out the worm gears periodic errors, while the mount retains the PEC recordings. For objects near the Meridian (imaginary line passing from North to South), the CGEM is able to track well past the Meridian for uninterrupted imaging through the most ideal part of the sky. The CGEM mount comes with a robust database with over 40, 000 objects, 100 user defined programmable objects and enhanced information on over 200 objects Features - 9.25 Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope - CGEM Computerised Equatorial Mount - Schmidt-Cassegrain mechanism that moves the primary mirror to adjust focus is supported by two pre-loaded ball bearings, minimising the mirror flop typical of bushing focus mechanisms - Celestron's premium StarBright XLT coatings - 6x30 finderscope to help accurately find objects - Ultra Sturdy 2 steel tripod with Accessory Tray - Star diagonal provides more comfortable viewing position when observing objects that are high in the sky Main Specifications Optical Design :Schmidt-Cassegrain Aperture (mm):35 mm (9.25 in) Focal Length:2350 mm (93 in) Focal Ratio:10 Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm):25 mm (0.98 in) Magnification of Eyepiece 1:94 x Finderscope:6x30 Star Diagonal:1.25 Mount Type:Computerised Equatorial Tripod:Adjustable, Stainless Steel Power Requirements:Car battery adapter Highest Useful Magnification:555 x Lowest Useful Magnification: 34 x For full specification see Celestron website: http://www.celestron.com/portal/celestron-cgem-925.html
The Celestron CGEM - 800 Computerised Telescope is a high quality 8 inch Schmidt-Cassegrain with a fully computerised Equatorial adjustable, Stainless Steel mount. The CGEM mount has an attractive, bold appearance and is capable of carrying Celestron's higher-end SCT optical tubes (up to 11) securely and vibration free. This makes it is ideal for both imaging and visual observing. With its ergonomic design the CGEM was designed to be ergonomically friendly with large Altitude and Azimuth adjustment knobs for quick and easy polar alignment adjustment. The internal RA and DEC motor wiring gives a clean look and an easy, trouble free set up. The CGEM series has a new innovative Polar alignment procedure which is called All-Star. All-Star allows users to choose any bright star, then the software calculates and assists with polar alignment. Another great feature is the Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PEC) which allows users to train out the worm gears periodic errors, while the mount retains the PEC recordings. For objects near the Meridian (imaginary line passing from North to South), the CGEM is able to track well past the Meridian for uninterrupted imaging through the most ideal part of the sky. The CGEM mount comes with a robust database with over 40, 000 objects, 100 user defined programmable objects and enhanced information on over 200 objects Features - 8 Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope - CGEM Computerised Equatorial Mount - Schmidt-Cassegrain mechanism that moves the primary mirror to adjust focus is supported by two pre-loaded ball bearings, minimising the mirror flop typical of bushing focus mechanisms - Celestron's premium StarBright XLT coatings - 6x30 finderscope to help accurately find objects - Ultra Sturdy 2 steel tripod with Accessory Tray - Star diagonal provides more comfortable viewing position when observing objects that are high in the sky Main Specifications Optical Design :Schmidt-Cassegrain Aperture (mm):203.2 mm (8 in) Focal Length:2032 mm (80 in) Focal Ratio:10 Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm): 25 mm (0.98 in) Magnification of Eyepiece 1:81 x Finderscope:6x30 Star Diagonal:1.25 Mount Type:Computerized Equatorial Tripod:Adjustable, Stainless Steel Power Requirements :Car battery adapter Highest Useful Magnification:480 x Lowest Useful Magnification: 29 x For full specification see Celestron website: http://www.celestron.com/astronomy/celestron-cgem-800.html
The Celestron NexStar Evolution 6 Computerised Telescope has high-quality Schmidt-Cassegrain optics, with integrated WiFi. Leave your hand control behind and slew to all the best celestial objects with a tap of your smartphone or tablet. You can connect your device to NexStar Evolution’s built-in wireless network, and explore the universe with the Celestron mobile app for iOS and Android. Using the planetarium interface to view the night sky in real time or display a list of celestial objects currently visible based on your time and location, the proprietary SkyAlign alignment procedure is built right into the Celestron mobile app, so you’re ready to observe within minutes. This is the most user-friendly telescope ever because Celestron engineers have designed the NexStar Evolution based on years of customer feedback. It offers many thoughtful design features that combine to provide you the best possible experience out under the stars. You can forget about batteries or an external power supply because for the first time ever on a consumer telescope, the NexStar Evolution includes its own built-in lithium-ion battery. You’ll be able to enjoy stargazing marathons up to 10 hours on a single charge. You can even use NexStar Evolution’s USB charge port to top off the other devices in your life that need to stay powered on during an observing session. Setting up your NexStar Evolution is quick and painless with large, ergonomic handles. The steel tripod features leg etchings to help you achieve a level, uniform height for your telescope. Manual clutches in both altitude and azimuth offer greater flexibility to manually point the telescope when powered off. Store up to 7 eyepieces in 2 accessory trays, one with an adjustable red LED illuminator. If you’re interested in astroimaging, the 6-inch NexStar Evolution is an excellent, affordable way to get started. It’s the only fork-mounted telescope in its price range that offers worm gears, along with improved motors. NexStar Evolution’s tracking accuracy is so impressive, you can capture images of deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula by simply attaching your DSLR camera. Of course, the Schmidt-Cassegrain optical system offers bright, sharp views with StarBright XLT optical coatings which is a great choice for visual observers and budding astroimagers alike. The NexStar Evolution includes a StarPointer finderscope, two 1.25” Plossl eyepieces, a 1.25” star diagonal, AC adapter, and optional hand control. Features - Control your telescope wirelessly from your iOS or Android smartphone or tablet with the free Celestron mobile app with planetarium interface and SkyAlign technology - Compact, portable 6-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube with StarBright XLT optical coatings and Fastar compatibility - Computerised GoTo mount with high-performance worm gears and motors for improved tracking accuracy, along with reduced gear backlash - Rechargeable lithium-ion battery with enough power for 10 hours of continuous observing - Improved industrial design with manual clutches and integrated carry handles, plus the added convenience of two accessory trays and a USB charge port for your smart device For full specification see Celestron website: http://www.celestron.com/browse-shop/astronomy/telescopes/nexstar-evolution-6
The Celestron NexStar Evolution 9.25 Computerised Telescope has high-quality Schmidt-Cassegrain optics, with integrated WiFi. Leave your hand control behind and slew to all the best celestial objects with a tap of your smartphone or tablet. You can connect your device to NexStar Evolution’s built-in wireless network, and explore the universe with the Celestron mobile app for iOS and Android. Using the planetarium interface to view the night sky in real time or display a list of celestial objects currently visible based on your time and location, the proprietary SkyAlign alignment procedure is built right into the Celestron mobile app, so you’re ready to observe within minutes. This is the most user-friendly telescope ever because Celestron engineers have designed the NexStar Evolution based on years of customer feedback. It offers many thoughtful design features that combine to provide you the best possible experience out under the stars. You can forget about batteries or an external power supply because for the first time ever on a consumer telescope, the NexStar Evolution includes its own built-in lithium-ion battery. You’ll be able to enjoy stargazing marathons up to 10 hours on a single charge. You can even use NexStar Evolution’s USB charge port to top off the other devices in your life that need to stay powered on during an observing session. Setting up your NexStar Evolution is quick and painless with large, ergonomic handles. The steel tripod features leg etchings to help you achieve a level, uniform height for your telescope. Manual clutches in both altitude and azimuth offer greater flexibility to manually point the telescope when powered off. Store up to 7 eyepieces in 2 accessory trays, one with an adjustable red LED illuminator. If you’re interested in astroimaging, the 6-inch NexStar Evolution is an excellent, affordable way to get started. It’s the only fork-mounted telescope in its price range that offers worm gears, along with improved motors. NexStar Evolution’s tracking accuracy is so impressive, you can capture images of deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula by simply attaching your DSLR camera. Of course, the Schmidt-Cassegrain optical system offers bright, sharp views with StarBright XLT optical coatings which is a great choice for visual observers and budding astroimagers alike. The NexStar Evolution includes a StarPointer finderscope, two 1.25” Plossl eyepieces, a 1.25” star diagonal, AC adapter, and optional hand control. Features - Control your telescope wirelessly from your iOS or Android smartphone or tablet with the free Celestron mobile app with planetarium interface and SkyAlign technology - Compact, portable 9.25-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube with StarBright XLT optical coatings and Fastar compatibility - Computerised GoTo mount with high-performance worm gears and motors for improved tracking accuracy, along with reduced gear backlash - Rechargeable lithium-ion battery with enough power for 10 hours of continuous observing - Improved industrial design with manual clutches and integrated carry handles, plus the added convenience of two accessory trays and a USB charge port for your smart device For full specification see Celestron website: http://www.celestron.com/browse-shop/astronomy/telescopes/nexstar-evolution-925
The Celestron NexStar Evolution 8 Computerised Telescope has high-quality Schmidt-Cassegrain optics, with integrated WiFi. Leave your hand control behind and slew to all the best celestial objects with a tap of your smartphone or tablet. You can connect your device to NexStar Evolution’s built-in wireless network, and explore the universe with the Celestron mobile app for iOS and Android. Using the planetarium interface to view the night sky in real time or display a list of celestial objects currently visible based on your time and location, the proprietary SkyAlign alignment procedure is built right into the Celestron mobile app, so you’re ready to observe within minutes. This is the most user-friendly telescope ever because Celestron engineers have designed the NexStar Evolution based on years of customer feedback. It offers many thoughtful design features that combine to provide you the best possible experience out under the stars. You can forget about batteries or an external power supply because for the first time ever on a consumer telescope, the NexStar Evolution includes its own built-in lithium-ion battery. You’ll be able to enjoy stargazing marathons up to 10 hours on a single charge. You can even use NexStar Evolution’s USB charge port to top off the other devices in your life that need to stay powered on during an observing session. Setting up your NexStar Evolution is quick and painless with large, ergonomic handles. The steel tripod features leg etchings to help you achieve a level, uniform height for your telescope. Manual clutches in both altitude and azimuth offer greater flexibility to manually point the telescope when powered off. Store up to 7 eyepieces in 2 accessory trays, one with an adjustable red LED illuminator. If you’re interested in astroimaging, the 6-inch NexStar Evolution is an excellent, affordable way to get started. It’s the only fork-mounted telescope in its price range that offers worm gears, along with improved motors. NexStar Evolution’s tracking accuracy is so impressive, you can capture images of deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula by simply attaching your DSLR camera. Of course, the Schmidt-Cassegrain optical system offers bright, sharp views with StarBright XLT optical coatings which is a great choice for visual observers and budding astroimagers alike. The NexStar Evolution includes a StarPointer finderscope, two 1.25” Plossl eyepieces, a 1.25” star diagonal, AC adapter, and optional hand control. Features - Control your telescope wirelessly from your iOS or Android smartphone or tablet with the free Celestron mobile app with planetarium interface and SkyAlign technology - Compact, portable 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube with StarBright XLT optical coatings and Fastar compatibility - Computerised GoTo mount with high-performance worm gears and motors for improved tracking accuracy, along with reduced gear backlash - Rechargeable lithium-ion battery with enough power for 10 hours of continuous observing - Improved industrial design with manual clutches and integrated carry handles, plus the added convenience of two accessory trays and a USB charge port for your smart device For full specification see Celestron website: http://www.celestron.com/browse-shop/astronomy/telescopes/nexstar-evolution-8
The Celestron 8 SCT Advanced VX Telescope is designed for the intermediate or beginner astroimager, being a small and portable Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope on a Advanced VX mount. The Schmidt-Cassegrain design eliminates chromatic aberration, which makes it a good choice for entry-level astroimaging. The Advanced VX mount was designed to provide optimum imaging performance for smaller telescopes. This means the smaller telescope can now take advantage of All-Star Polar Alignment and autoguider support. You will be able to track through long exposures using permanently programmable periodic error correction and image across the meridian without doing a meridian flip. This means you can seamlessly image the best part of night sky. The Advanced VX features significantly larger base castings than the previous design, which improves stability under heavier loads. The improved motors offer more torque and can handle slight load imbalances with ease. Features - 8 (203mm) f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain includes StarBright XLT coatings for better light transmission - 84% more light gathering than a 6” telescope. - 6x30 optical finderscope for locating alignment stars - Integer gear ratios and permanently programmable Periodic Error Correction eliminates recurring track errors from the worm gear. - Autoguider port for long exposure imaging - New motors offer improved tracking performance & provide more power to overcome load imbalances - Updated industrial design offers more rigidity, less flexure and improved aesthetics - New design allows viewing or imaging across the meridian without interference from the motors housings - Improved latitude range. Can be used between 7 – 77 degrees latitude. - NexStar+ hand control offers multiple language programming (English, French, Italian, German, Spanish) Main Specifications Optical Design:Schmidt-Cassegrain Aperture (mm):203 mm (7.99 in) Focal Length:2032 mm (80 in) Focal Ratio:10 Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm): 20 mm (0.79 in) Magnification of Eyepiece 1: 102 x Finderscope: 6x30 Tripod: Adjustable, Stainless Steel Tripod Leg Diameter:2 Highest Useful Magnification: 480 x Lowest Useful Magnification: 29 x For full specification see Celestron website: http://www.celestron.com/portal/celestron-advancedvx-8-inch-schmidt-cassegrain.html
The Celestron 9.25 SCT Advanced VX Telescope is designed for the intermediate or beginner astroimager, being a small and portable Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope on a Advanced VX mount it is easy for one person to transport and assemble. The Schmidt-Cassegrain design eliminates chromatic aberration, which makes it a good choice for entry-level astroimaging. The Advanced VX mount was designed to provide optimum imaging performance for smaller telescopes. This means the smaller telescope can now take advantage of All-Star Polar Alignment and autoguider support. You will be able to track through long exposures using permanently programmable periodic error correction and image across the meridian without doing a meridian flip. This means you can seamlessly image the best part of night sky. The Advanced VX features significantly larger base castings than the previous design, which improves stability under heavier loads. The improved motors offer more torque and can handle slight load imbalances with ease. Features - 9.25 (235mm) f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain includes StarBright XLT coatings for better light transmission - 33% more light gathering than a 8” telescope without the weight of the 11 optical tube - 6x30 optical finderscope for locating alignment stars - Integer gear ratios and permanently programmable Periodic Error Correction eliminates recurring track errors from the worm gear. - Autoguider port for long exposure imaging - New motors offer improved tracking performance & provide more power to overcome load imbalances - Updated industrial design offers more rigidity, less flexure and improved aesthetics - New design allows viewing or imaging across the meridian without interference from the motors housings - Improved latitude range. Can be used between 7 – 77 degrees latitude. - NexStar+ hand control offers multiple language programming (English, French, Italian, German, Spanish) Main Specifications Optical Design:Schmidt-Cassegrain Aperture (mm):235 mm (9.25 in) Focal Length:2350 mm (93 in) Focal Ratio:10 Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm): 25 mm (0.98 in) Magnification of Eyepiece 1:94 x Finderscope:6x30 Tripod:Adjustable, Stainless Steel Tripod Leg Diameter:2 Highest Useful Magnification: 555 x Lowest Useful Magnification:34 x For full specification see Celestron website: http://www.celestron.com/astronomy/celestron-advancedvx-925-inch-schmidt-cassegrain.html
The Celestron CGEM - 1100 Computerised Telescope is a high quality 11 Schmidt-Cassegrain with a fully computerised Equatorial adjustable, Stainless Steel mount. The CGEM mount has an attractive, bold appearance and is capable of carrying Celestron's higher-end SCT optical tubes (up to 11) securely and vibration free. This makes it is ideal for both imaging and visual observing. With its ergonomic design the CGEM was designed to be ergonomically friendly with large Altitude and Azimuth adjustment knobs for quick and easy polar alignment adjustment. The internal RA and DEC motor wiring gives a clean look and an easy, trouble free set up. The CGEM series has a new innovative Polar alignment procedure which is called All-Star. All-Star allows users to choose any bright star, then the software calculates and assists with polar alignment. Another great feature is the Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PEC) which allows users to train out the worm gears periodic errors, while the mount retains the PEC recordings. For objects near the Meridian (imaginary line passing from North to South), the CGEM is able to track well past the Meridian for uninterrupted imaging through the most ideal part of the sky. The CGEM mount comes with a robust database with over 40, 000 objects, 100 user defined programmable objects and enhanced information on over 200 objects Features - 11 Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope - CGEM Computerised Equatorial Mount - Schmidt-Cassegrain mechanism that moves the primary mirror to adjust focus is supported by two pre-loaded ball bearings, minimising the mirror flop typical of bushing focus mechanisms - Celestron's premium StarBright XLT coatings - 9x50 finderscope to help accurately find objects - Ultra Sturdy 2 steel tripod with Accessory Tray - Star diagonal provides more comfortable viewing position when observing objects that are high in the sky Main Specifications Optical Design :Schmidt-Cassegrain Aperture (mm):280 mm (11 in) Focal Length:2800 mm (110 in) Focal Ratio:10 Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm):40 mm (1.57 in) Magnification of Eyepiece 1:70 x Finderscope:9x50 Star Diagonal:1.25 Mount Type: Computerised Equatorial Tripod:Adjustable, Stainless Steel Power Requirements: Car battery adapter Highest Useful Magnification: 661 x Lowest Useful Magnification: 40 x For full specification see Celestron website: http://www.celestron.com/portal/celestron-cgem-1100.html