Brand: Celestron
Model name: NexStar 8SE SCT
Optical tube length: 432 Millimetres
Eye piece lens description: Plossl
Objective lens diameter: 7E+1 Millimetres
Telescope mount description: Altazimuth Mount with GoTo automatic tracking feature
Product dimensions: 42D x 23.7W x 13H centimetres
Focus type: Manual Focus
Power source: Battery Powered
Finderscope: ReflexNEXSTAR COMPUTERISED TELESCOPE: The NexStar 8SE computerised telescope features celestron’s iconic orange tube design with updated technology and the latest features for amazing stargazing for beginners and experienced observers
8-INCH APERTURE: The eight-inch primary mirror in this Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope for adults and kids to be used together packs enough light-gathering ability to observe the best that our solar system has to offer, while retaining a compact form factor
FULLY-AUTOMATED GOTO MOUNT: Featuring a database of more than 40,000 celestial objects, the GoTo mount built into our telescopes for astronomy beginners automatically locates and tracks objects for you
EASY TO ASSEMBLE AND BREAK DOWN: The single fork arm design and sturdy steel tripod all assemble and break down from separate components for easy transportation, SkyAlign technology gets your telescope aligned and ready in minutes
BONUS FREE STARRY NIGHT SOFTWARE: The NexStar 8SE Telescope includes a FREE download of one of the top consumer rated astronomy software programs for an interactive sky simulationFeatures and Benefits
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Select from a database of more than 40,000 stars, galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, solar system objects, and more. Your NexStar SE locates them all with pinpoint accuracy and tracks them automatically.
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The 8SE is ideal for weekend camping trips or excursions to dark sky sites. Its compact form factor is easy to transport and assemble just about anywhere.
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You receive a red dot StarPointer finderscope, 25mm Plossl eyepiece, visual back, and mirror star diagonal.
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8-inch aperture provides excellent light-gathering ability at an affordable price. You’ll get impressive views of the Moon & planets, along with deep sky objects, while keeping a compact form factor.
Features and Benefits
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Celestron’s proprietary SkyAlign procedure has you ready to observe in minutes. Centre any three bright objects in the eyepiece and NexStar SE aligns to the night sky, ready to locate thousands of stars, galaxies, and more.
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