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The telescope's large aperture allows for detailed observation of celestial bodies, from the Moon and planets to distant galaxies. Its StarBright XLT coatings enhance light transmission, providing bright, clear images. The NexStar+ hand controller features a vast database and easy alignment, enabling quick and precise tracking. The portable design, coupled with a robust mount and adjustable tripod, ensures stability and convenience for both visual observation and astrophotography.
The Celestron NexStar 8SE's 203mm aperture allows for impressive light gathering, making it ideal for viewing the Moon, planets, and deep-sky objects such as galaxies and nebulae.
With Celestron's StarBright XLT multi-coating system, this telescope provides increased light transmission through multi-coated lenses and mirrors, enhancing both visual observation and astrophotography.
The NexStar+ computer hand controller offers a database of over 40,000 celestial objects and features easy alignment procedures like SkyAlign, ensuring quick and accurate tracking.
This telescope supports Fastar capability for wide-field astrophotography and includes a camera control function to automatically trigger a camera's shutter release.
Featuring a portable design, the NexStar 8SE offers a single-fork alt-az mount with dual-axis servo motors for precise tracking, a sturdy adjustable stainless steel tripod, and convenient features like an accessory tray.
| Optical Design | Schmidt-Cassegrain |
|---|---|
| Aperture | 203.2mm |
| Focal Length | 2032mm |
| Focal Ratio | f/10.0 |
| Eyepiece Barrel Diameter | 1.25" |
| Diagonal | 90° star 1.25" snout and eyepiece holder |
| Finderscope | StarPointer |
| Motor | Dual axis servo with optical encoders |
| GO-TO Capability | NexStar computer hand controller |
| Mount Type | Motorized alt-az single-arm fork |
| Power Source | 8 x AA batteries |
| Tripod | Stainless steel Adjustable height |
| Weight | 10.0 lb / 4.5 kg |
| Optical Tube Length | 17.0" / 43.2 cm |
| Weight | 33.0 lb / 15.0 kg, full assembled |
