NexStar 8SE 8" Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized GoTo Telescope with SkyAlign, StarBright XLT, 40,000+ Object Database, 1.25" Eyepiece & Filter Kit, 2-Year Warranty
Description
- INCLUDED – Celestron NexStar 8SE 203mm f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain GoTo Telescope | StarPointer Finderscope | 25mm Eyepiece | 90° Star Diagonal | Stainless Steel Tripod with Accessory Tray | NexStar+ Hand Control | Starry Night 8 SE Download Code | CPWI Control Software | Celestron 1.25" Eyepiece & Filter Kit with 5 Plossl Eyepieces, 6 Colored Planetary Filters, Neutral Density Moon Filter, 2x Barlow Lens & Padded Aluminum Case | Limited 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
- SUPERIOR 8-INCH OPTICS – The NexStar 8SE features a 203mm Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube with a 2032mm focal length, f/10 focal ratio, and StarBright XLT optical coatings, delivering bright, detailed views of the Moon, planets, star clusters, galaxies, and other deep-sky objects in a compact orange-tube design.
- COMPUTERIZED GOTO TRACKING – Fully automated single-fork motorized Alt-Az mount uses the NexStar+ hand controller and a 40,000+ object database with Sky Tours to automatically locate, slew to, and track celestial targets for easier observing.
- FAST SKYALIGN SETUP – Celestron SkyAlign technology helps simplify setup by letting you center any three bright stars or planets, making the telescope easy for beginners to start using while still offering advanced performance for experienced observers.
- PORTABLE & EXPANDABLE CONTROL – Compact optical tube, quick-release fork arm, and stainless steel tripod with accessory tray make setup, transport, and storage easier. Control by hand controller or USB-connected PC with CPWI software; compatible with optional Celestron wireless and automation accessories, sold separately.
Astronomy made simple...Let a NeXStar SE help you find thousands of stars, planets galaxies and more at the touch of a button! In the tradition of Celestron's famous orange optical tubes, the new NeXStar SE Family combines the classic heritage of the original orange tube telescopes with state-of-the-art features including a fully computerized operating system, flash upgradeable hand control, superior coatings, the revolutionary SkyAlign telescope alignment software and much more. With the NeXStar SE, you are in the driver's seat. Simply choose an object from the menu and the telescope will find it for you. Using the patented NeXStar technology, the SE scopes have the ability to locate nearly 40,000 objects. All you have to do is look through the eyepiece and enjoy the view! Don't know what object to choose? Let the intelligent NeXStar SE give you a guided tour of the night sky! The Tour feature offers a customized list of the best objects in the sky to view for your exact time and location anywhere in the world! Not only can your NeXStar SE find objects, it can teach you about them as well. Information on the most popular objects can be viewed in the LCD screen of your hand control. Whether you are a seasoned astronomer looking for a portable scope with advanced features, or just starting your astronomy adventure and looking for an easy way to enjoy the night sky, a NeXStar SE will help you take a closer look. Celestron's
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Shipping & Delivery
Your order is shipped from the USA and delivered to your door in South Africa in 10–20 working days. All items are fully tracked.
Returns & Exchanges
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