Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope - Suitable for Beginners and Advanced Users

The best telescope is the one that is used frequently to enjoy the beauty and intrigue of the night sky. For those seeking telescopes for astronomy beginners infused with the latest computer technology, Celestron's NexStar 8SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope is the perfect choice. This computerized telescope features Celestron's iconic "orange tube" design and updated technology with the latest features, making it an excellent option for both beginners and experienced observers.

Celestron's signature telescope, the NexStar 8SE, combines advanced features and excellent optics in an easy-to-use system. It's the ideal choice for your first serious telescope, offering striking views at an economical price. The eight-inch primary mirror in this computerized telescope has enough light-gathering ability to observe the best that our Solar System has to offer, from Saturn's rings to the cloud bands on Jupiter and geographic features on the Moon. At a dark-sky site, the 8SE will reveal hundreds of pinpoint stars in the Hercules Globular Cluster, the spiral arms of the Whirlpool Galaxy, and more.

The NexStar 8SE's GoTo mount, with a database of more than 40,000 celestial objects, automatically locates and tracks objects for you. You can also take a Sky Tour and let your telescope show you the best objects currently visible. The single fork arm design and sturdy steel tripod assemble and break down from separate components, making it easy to transport.

SkyAlign technology gets your telescope aligned and ready to observe in minutes, even if you're unfamiliar with the night sky. The NexStar 8SE is a telescope that will grow with you as you advance in the hobby of astronomy, and it's compatible with a range of high-tech accessories.

Buy the NexStar 8SE with confidence, as it's from the world's #1 telescope brand, Celestron, based in California since 1960. You'll also receive a two-year warranty and unlimited access to technical support from their team of US-based experts.

The NexStar 8SE telescope combines excellent optics and computerized "GoTo" tracking in a light, portable, and affordable package. Celestron's legendary C8 telescope performance has been updated with high-performance Starbright XLT coatings, and the single-arm mount includes the user-friendly "SkyAlign" technology.

The NexStar 8SE upholds Celestron's reputation for quality optics, providing impressive views of celestial objects, from the Cassini Division in Saturn's rings to the Great Red Spot on Jupiter and dust storms on Mars. Its high-contrast XLT optics also reveal the stunning details of globular clusters and galaxies.

At just 24 pounds, the NexStar 8SE is remarkably light and portable for an 8-inch telescope, making it a great choice for those seeking a compact and easy-to-use instrument. While it may be too light for some users, the NexStar 8SE offers a range of optional accessories to enhance its capabilities, including heavy-duty tripods and an optical finder scope.

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