The largest of the NexStar SE family with 78% more light gathering than a 6" model, the NexStar 8 SE will enable you to see deep into the Universe. The distinctive patented fork arm with ergonomically designed integrated hand control cradle gives solid support to Celestron’s classic 8" optics. The NexStar 8 SE features Schmidt-Cassegrain 8" aperture optics with our premium StarBright XLT coatings and a powerful 2,032mm focal length and f/10 focal ratio.

The NexStar 8 SE has all the same features as Celestron’s most advanced computerized GoTo telescopes, including our revolutionary SkyAlign alignment technology, a sky tour feature, a database of over 40,000 celestial objects and easy to use hand control. To set-up the telescope, enter date, time, your latitude and longitude, then aim the telescope at 3 bright celestial objects. That's it. Then use the included hand controller (like a TV remote!) to find any object in the database. The telescope will locate the object and then track it as the earth rotates.

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.

Specs:

• Optical Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain
• Aperture: 203.2 mm (8 in)
• Focal Length: 2032 mm (80 in)
• Focal Ratio: 10
• Finderscope: StarPointer
• Mount: Single Fork Arm Altazimuth
• Dovetail Compatibility: Quick Release Tube Clamp
• Optical Tube: Aluminum
• Eyepiece 1: 25 mm (0.98 in)
• Magnification 1: 81 x
• Star Diagonal: 1.25"
• CD ROM: NexRemote V1.6.14 and "The Sky" Level 1
• Tripod: Steel (sku 93593)
• Power Supply: 8-AA batteries (not included)
• Highest Useful Magnification: 480 x
• Lowest Useful Magnification: 29 x
• Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 14
• Resolution (Rayleigh): 0.69 arcsec
• Resolution (Dawes): 0.57 arcsec
• Light Gathering Power: 843 x
• Angular Field of View: 0.63 °
• Linear Field of View (@1000 yds): 33 ft (10.06 m)
• Optical Coatings: Starbright XLT
• Secondary Mirror Obstruction: 2.5 in (63.5 mm)
• Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area: 9.8 %
• Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter: 31.3 %
• Optical Tube Length: 17 in (431.8 mm)
• Telescope Weight: 24 lb (10.89 kg)
• Tripod and Mount Weight: 9 lb (4.08 kg)
• Motor Drive: Integrated D.C. Electronics
• Computer Hand Control: Double line, 16 character Liquid Crystal Display with 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons
• Slew Speeds: Nine slew speeds: 5°/sec, 3°/sec, 1°/sec, 64x, 16x, 8x, 4x, 1x, .5x
• Tracking Modes: Alt-Az, EQ North & EQ South
• Alignment Procedures: SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Solar System Align
• Database: 40,000 objects, 200 user defined programmable objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objects
• Software Precision: 24bit, 0.08 arcsec calculations
• Communication Ports: RS-232 communication port on hand control, Autoguider port, Aux port
• Tracking Rates: Sidereal, Solar and Lunar

Please Note: This item will ship via UPS Ground with a flat-rate of $24.95.