Celestron NexStar 8 SE Telescope
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A compact telescope designed for easy operation, ideal for both backyard observations and use during outdoor excursions. User-friendly controls enable both beginners and experienced users to conduct advanced celestial viewing.
The Celestron SE telescope series features short catadioptric optical tubes paired with lightweight single-arm azimuth mounts, all equipped with the GoTo system. Automatic object location in the night sky is a key advantage of this system, making it especially beneficial for targeting faint celestial bodies. A RedDot finder assists in quickly pinpointing bright stars and planets.
The Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube has an aperture of 203 mm and a focal length of 2032 mm. A StarBright XLT anti-reflective coating on the corrector plate reduces loss of light. Compared to the 4SE and 5SE, the azimuth mount is upgraded by removing the equatorial wedge and increasing both the head size and weight. Power is supplied either by 8 AA batteries housed in the head or via an external 12 V adapter.
The system uses the NexStar controller with a 38181-object database and offers 9 slew speeds. Correct operation requires manual alignment using up to three reference stars, enabling the system to find listed or user-defined targets. Computer connection is supported for running popular astronomical software, requiring an additional RS232-USB adapter.
A top-tier Plossl eyepiece with a 25 mm focal length and a 50-degree apparent field of view is included. The T-Adapter SCT facilitates camera attachment. Optional connectivity supports StarSense auto-align and the Celestron SkySync GPS. The SkyQ Link module provides wireless control capabilities.
Included accessories
Finder: StarPointer
Eyepiece: 25 mm (81.28x)
Tripod: steel
Software on CD: NexRemote V1.6.14 & The Sky L1
Technical data
Telescope series: NexStar SE
Telescope optical system: Schmidt-Cassegrain
Aperture: 203 mm
Objective focal length: 2032 mm
Focal ratio: 10
Eyepiece 1 focal length: 25 mm
Finder: red dot (StarPointer)
Mount type: azimuth
Tripod: steel
Maximum useful magnification: 305
Minimum useful magnification: 29
Stellar magnitude limit: 14 mag
Resolution (Rayleigh): 0.69 arc seconds
Resolution (Dawes): 0.57 arc seconds
Light gathering power (compared to the naked eye): 843x
Coatings: StarBright XLT
Tube length: 432 mm
Telescope control: NexStar Go-To
Magnification with eyepiece 1: 81
Diagonal: 90st. / 1.25
Focuser diameter: 1.25
Tripod weight: 4.1 kg
Total weight: 15 kg
Manufacturer: Celestron, USA
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Celestron is an American manufacturer of optical equipment that has been developing and improving solutions in the field of amateur and professional astronomy since 1960. The brand became famous for its Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes, and its innovative solutions, such as the StarSense AutoAlign automatic alignment system and the NexStar controller, have significantly changed the way the night sky is observed. Celestron EdgeHD telescopes are also used in professional observatories, and Fastar technology enables ultra-fast imaging of the sky. The company has gained international renown and has become one of the most important manufacturers in the mid-range telescope segment.
| Weight | 15 kg |
|---|---|
| Objective lens diameter (mm) | 203 |
| Telescope type | Schmidt-Cassegrain |
| Focal length | 2032 mm |
| Lens speed (f/x) | f/10 |
| Maximum magnification | 305x |
| Telescope mount | AZ Azimuth |
| Finderscope in the set | Yes, RedDot |
| Limiting magnitude (magnitudo) | 14 mag |
| Tripod material | Steel |
| Tube length | 432 mm |
| EAN | 050234110693 |
| Manufacturer code | 11069 |
| Brand | Celestron |
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