Optics

• Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Optical Design – 8” f/2.2 flat field imaging system with rare-earth glass for outstanding images free of optical defects like field curvature, coma, astigmatism and chromatic aberration across an entire APS-C sensor.
• Unlike the larger RASAs that work with DSLR and large CCD cameras, the 8” model was designed with color astronomical CMOS cameras, smaller CCD cameras, and mirrorless cameras in mind. The astrograph does not work with standard DSLR cameras.
• Ultra-Stable Focus System – precision linear ball bearing virtually eliminates image shift.
• Integrated air-cooling system –12V DC MagLev fan reduces cooldown time and provides optimal air flow while filtering out dust.
• Internal filter mount – seamlessly accommodates a Light Pollution Imaging Filter into the optical path.
• Performs over a wider spectral range than most telescopes, from 390-800 nm, so more of the light passing through the astrograph is in sharp focus.
• Advanced VX, the most compact and portable of Celestron’s German equatorial mounts, offers a maximum instrument capacity of 30 lb with the same rigidity as our larger mounts and minimal flexure.
• This mount offers every feature an astroimager wants: PEC, an autoguider port, the ability to image across the meridian, and more.
• Dual saddle plate is compatible with narrow CG-5 dovetails and wider CGE dovetail. Also compatible with Vixen format dovetails longer than 100mm, but not compatible with Losmandy D format plates.
• Accessories included: M42 camera adapter, C-thread camera adapter, and fan battery pack.
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• Control your telescope via integrated WiFi using the free Celestron SkyPortal app for iPhone, iPad, and Android devices
• 125mm (5"), F/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube with XLT fully multi-coated optics provides outstanding views the Moon and planets, as well as bright deep space objects beyond our solar system
• 1250mm Focal Length
• Accessory tray holds 2 x 1.25” eyepieces, miscellaneous accessories, including a rubber-lined area for a smart phone or small tablet
• Includes a StarPointer finderscope, 2 Kellner eyepieces, and mirror star diagonal
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• Celestron’s iconic “orange tube” design is updated with all the latest features to provide the best stargazing experience for beginners and experienced observers alike.
• 6-inch aperture with excellent light-gathering ability provides impressive views of the Moon and planets, along with deep sky objects like the Orion Nebula, while retaining a compact form factor.
• Fully automated GoTo mount with database of 40,000+ celestial objects automatically locates and tracks objects for you.
• SkyAlign technology gets your telescope aligned and ready to observe in minutes. Even if you’re unfamiliar with the night sky, you can easily align your telescope on any three bright objects.
• Unique single fork arm design and sturdy steel tripod all break down into separate components for easy transport and quick assembly.
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Includes or respectively is compatible with the following Celestron-Technologies:

• 8” EdgeHD Optics: Provides superb visual and astro-imaging performance, free of coma and field curvature.
• Rechargeable lithium-iron phosphate battery with enough power for 10 hours of continuous observing
• Built-in WiFi: No Hand controller required! Just use your smartphone or tablet which connects to the telescope via WiFi.
• StarSense AutoAlign: Automatically aligns your telescope and works with the SkyPortal app for complete wireless control.
• Fastar/HyperStar compatible: Image deep sky objects in seconds at f/2, often eliminating the need to autoguide or track on a wedge.
• NexStar Evolution Mount: Packed with convenient features, including manual release clutches and precision machined worm gears for both axes, tray lighting, USB charge port, tray lighting for your accessories, and more.
• Fully motorized computer go-to: After automatically aligning with StarSense, select and go to objects with a tap on your smartphone.
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Includes or respectively is compatible with the following Celestron-Technologies:

• Use your smartphone to explore the night sky with the telescope – no prior experience with telescopes required
• The patent-pending StarSense technology uses your smartphone to analyze star patterns in the sky. It calculates in real time and therefore always knows which object you are currently aiming at.
• The StarSense Explorer app automatically generates a list of currently visible objects. Observe planets, bright nebulae and galaxies, star clusters, and double stars from the city, or take your telescope to a darker location to view faint deep-sky objects.
• With the manual alt-azimuth mount featuring dual-axis slow-motion controls, you can easily follow the on-screen arrows to your target. When the crosshair turns green, the target is already visible in the telescope eyepiece.
• 130 mm (5") Newtonian reflector with XLT coating, offering high light transmission and sufficient light-gathering power to discover the best celestial objects.
• Includes 25 mm and 10 mm eyepieces, the StarSense smartphone dock, a star diagonal for upright image viewing, a finderscope (for use without your phone), and a sturdy adjustable-height tripod.
• Service provided by Baader Planetarium GmbH, Mammendorf
• Made by Celestron, USA

• Unleash the power of your smartphone to take you on a guided tour of the night sky—no telescope experience required.
• Award-winning and Patent-pending StarSense sky recognition technology uses your smartphone to analyze star patterns overhead and calculate its position in real time. Check phone compatibility here: https://starsenseexplorer.simcur.com/
• StarSense Explorer app automatically generates a list of objects currently visible. View planets, brighter nebulae and galaxies, star clusters, and double stars from the city. Or take your telescope to darker skies to view faint, deep sky objects.
• Manual altazimuth mount with smooth, dual-axis slow-motion controls makes it easy to follow the on-screen arrows to your desired target. When the bullseye turns green, it’s ready to view in the telescope’s eyepiece.
• 102mm (4”) refractor with high transmission XLT optical coatings and enough light gathering ability to view all the best celestial objects.
• Includes 25mm and 10mm eyepieces, StarSense smartphone dock, erect image diagonal, a red dot finderscope (in case you want to use the telescope without your phone), and a sturdy, full-height tripod.
• Made by Celestron, USA

Includes or respectively is compatible with the following Celestron Technologies: