{"title":"Cassegrain Telescopes","description":"\u003cp\u003eCassegrain telescopes combine exceptional optical performance with sophisticated technology, offering some of the most rewarding astronomy experiences available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Explore spectacular star clusters, distant galaxies and nebulae, and extraordinary detail on the Moon and planets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur range includes Maksutov and Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes, from highly capable portable models to premium Celestron NexStar Evolution systems with automatic GoTo finding and tracking, smartphone guidance and advanced features that make serious astronomy remarkably enjoyable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelected models are also excellent for daytime viewing.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"celestron-nexstar-4se-computerised-goto-telescope","title":"Celestron Nexstar 4SE Computerised GoTo Telescope","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA compact computerised telescope with easy GoTo finding and sharp views of the Moon, planets and brighter deep-sky objects.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4-inch aperture provides excellent light-gathering ability at an affordable price. You’ll get impressive views of the Moon and planets, along with deep sky objects like the Orion Nebula, while retaining a compact form factor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully automated \u003cstrong\u003eGoTo moun\u003c\/strong\u003et with database of 40,000+ celestial objects automatically locates and tracks objects for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkyAlign 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique single fork arm design and sturdy steel tripod all break down into separate components for easy transport and quick assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"icon-list-heading\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron’s signature orange-tube telescope combines advanced features and excellent optics in one easy-to-use system, the NexStar 4SE. It’s the perfect choice for your first serious telescope, offering striking views at an economical price.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Founder’s Vision, Reimagined for the 21\u003csup\u003est\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCentury\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eIn the 1970s, Celestron’s Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes brought the hobby of astronomy to the masses and established Celestron as the world’s premier telescope maker. Our founder, Tom Johnson, invented Celestron’s proprietary method of producing Schmidt corrector plates for superior views and maximum portability. Johnson believed in creating high-quality optical instruments at an affordable price, and inspired a generation of amateur astronomers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour decades later, we’ve improved upon this design by adding cutting-edge features, while staying true to our founder’s intent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView the Universe’s Most Impressive Celestial Objects\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe 4SE’s four-inch primary mirror packs enough light-gathering ability to observe the best that the solar system has to offer: Saturn’s rings, the cloud bands on Jupiter, and geographic features on the surface of the Moon. When it comes to deep sky objects, take your 4SE to a dark-sky site and you’ll see hundreds of pinpoint stars in the Hercules Globular Cluster, the spiral arms of the Whirlpool Galaxy, and more.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRevolutionary Single Fork Arm Mount\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWe know the best telescope is the one you will use most often. That’s why Celestron’s engineers created NexStar SE’s unique, patented single fork arm mount. It’s perfectly portable and makes setup quick and easy. What’s more, the NexStar SE breaks down into several lightweight and compact pieces, making it easy to transport, even in small vehicles. You’ll have no problem getting the NexStar SE to your favorite observing site, or setting it up quickly in your backyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf course, it’s what’s inside the mount that really counts. Sturdy construction from high-quality components give NexStar SE the pointing and tracking accuracy needed to observe and follow your favorite targets with push-button ease. Use the included NexStar+ hand control to locate over 40,000 celestial objects, or take a Sky Tour and let your telescope show you the best objects currently visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAligning your telescope is simple and painless, too, thanks to SkyAlign. This process makes alignment as easy as 1-2-3: just center three bright objects in your eyepiece and press ALIGN. For even easier alignment, attach our StarSense AutoAlign and your NexStar SE aligns itself!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Features Let the NexStar SE Grow with You\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe NexStar SE is compatible with all the high-tech accessories advanced users love. 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id=\"product-specs-list\" class=\"table-open\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOPTICAL TUBE INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody id=\"spec-block-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaksutov-Cassegrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAperture:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e102mm (4.02\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1325mm (52\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/13\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25mm (0.98\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e53x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarPointer™ red dot finderscope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStar Diagonal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal Flip mirror for straight thru or 90° viewing angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e241x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLowest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution (Rayleigh):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.37 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution (Dawes):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.14 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight Gathering Power (Compared to human eye):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e212x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35mm (0.38\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Area:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Coatings:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e343mm (13.5\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e125mm (4.9\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Tube Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 lbs (2.7 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDovetail:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCG-5 Dovetail bar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMOUNT INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody id=\"spec-block-2\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComputerized Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstrument load capacity:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lbs (4.54 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight adjustment range (includes mount and tripod):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e939.8mm - 2397mm (37\" - 55\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTripod leg diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38.1mm (1.5\") Stainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Head Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 lbs (3.2 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccessory Tray:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTripod Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lbs (4.54 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlew Speeds:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 slew speeds - max speed 3°\/second\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTracking Rates:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSidereal, Solar and Lunar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTracking Modes:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlt-Az, EQ North and EQ South\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGPS:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDovetail Compatibility:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCG-5 dovetail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Auxiliary Ports:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1x AUX Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutoguide Port:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB Port:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, Hand Control input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Requirements:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8-AA batteries (not included) and 12 VDC-750 mA (Tip positive)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotor Drive:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDC servo motors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlignment Procedures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkyAlign, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Auto 2-Star Align, Solar System Align, EQ North \/ EQ South Alignment (EQ align requires an equatorial wedge)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeriodic Error Correction:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComputerized Hand Control:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble line, 18 character Liquid Crystal Display with 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNexStar+ Database:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38,181 accessible objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objects.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftware:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCelestron Starry Night Special Edition Software and SkyPortal App\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Kit Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23 lbs (10.4 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Items:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical tube\u003cbr\u003eSingle Fork Arm Mount and Tripod\u003cbr\u003eAccessory Tray\u003cbr\u003eStar Pointer Finderscope\u003cbr\u003eBuilt-In Wedge\u003cbr\u003eNexStar+ Hand Control\u003cbr\u003e25mm eyepiece\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolar Warning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"solar-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"solar-warning-text\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever look directly at the Sun with the naked eye or with an optic (unless you have the proper solar filter). 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Make sure an adult who is familiar with the correct operating procedures is with your optic at all times, especially when children are present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideos\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/un37haZ_Hs0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/B4RvPnSC_Eg\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/NexStar_4SE_Manual_-_4_languages12.3.pdf?v=1600913890\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNexStar 4SE Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/nexstar_plus_hc_Addendum_5lang_1.pdf?v=1600913496\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNexStar Plus Hand Control Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/CPWI_Software_Manual_ENG_06222020_1.pdf?v=1600913539\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCelestron PWI Telescope Control Software Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31937445003312,"sku":"11049","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/products\/Cel_20NS_204se_20_2071zQ5WKfG4L._SL1500_TB.jpg?v=1593988733"},{"product_id":"celestron-nexstar-evolution-6-150mm-schmidt-cassegrain","title":"Celestron Nexstar Evolution 6\" 150mm Schmidt Cassegrain","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerious astronomy in a compact package, explore planets, star clusters and deep-sky favourites with effortless GoTo finding, tracking and built-in rechargeable power.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe NexStar Evolution 6 is the smallest and most manageable telescope in Celestron’s premium Evolution range, but it retains the technology and mount quality that make the series so appealing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts 150mm Schmidt-Cassegrain optical system packs a 1500mm focal length into a tube only around 41cm long. That compact design is particularly well suited to detailed views of the Moon and planets, double stars, globular clusters and many smaller deep-sky objects, without requiring a long telescope tube to store, carry or set up.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is enough aperture here to make astronomy genuinely rewarding. Saturn’s rings, Jupiter’s cloud belts and moons, intricate lunar detail and bright star clusters are all excellent targets, while nebulae, globular clusters and brighter galaxies extend the experience well beyond the Solar System.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat really distinguishes the Evolution 6, however, is how easy Celestron has made a sophisticated telescope to use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce aligned, choose an object using the SkyPortal app or supplied NexStar+ hand controller and the telescope slews automatically to the selected target, then tracks it as the sky moves. Instead of repeatedly searching for objects and repositioning the telescope, you can spend more of your observing session looking through the eyepiece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower is equally straightforward. The rechargeable lithium-iron-phosphate battery is built directly into the mount and provides up to approximately 10 hours of observing, avoiding the separate external power supply or disposable batteries required by many computerised telescopes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a first-time telescope owner ready to invest in a high-quality system, the Evolution 6 offers an attractive balance: serious optical performance and premium computerised convenience in a telescope that remains compact and manageable. It is equally appealing to experienced observers who value an easy-to-own GoTo telescope they will actually want to take outside and use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose the NexStar Evolution 6?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e150mm Schmidt-Cassegrain optics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — excellent views of the Moon and planets, with enough aperture to explore star clusters, nebulae and brighter galaxies.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact and manageable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — a 1500mm focal length in an optical tube only around 41cm long and weighing approximately 4.5kg.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAutomatic GoTo and tracking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — select an object and the telescope slews to it, then follows it while you observe.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt-in Wi-Fi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — explore and control the telescope from a compatible phone or tablet using Celestron’s SkyPortal planetarium app.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNexStar+ hand controller included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — smartphone control is an option rather than a requirement.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternal LiFePO₄ battery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — up to approximately 10 hours of observing without a separate power tank or disposable AA batteries.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium Evolution mount\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — brass worm gearing, improved motors and a sturdy stainless-steel tripod provide the refined tracking and practical design expected from the Evolution range.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Can You See?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Evolution 6 is particularly impressive on the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoon and planets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Saturn’s rings are unmistakable and the Cassini Division can be seen under good conditions. Jupiter shows its major cloud belts and four bright Galilean moons, with additional atmospheric detail becoming visible when conditions cooperate. Mars can reveal darker surface markings when favourably positioned, while the Moon offers an extraordinary landscape of craters, mountain ranges, ridges and changing shadows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts 150mm aperture also opens up a rewarding range of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edeep-sky objects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. New Zealand observers can explore southern favourites such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOmega Centauri, 47 Tucanae and the brighter regions of the Carina Nebula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, along with planetary nebulae, double stars and numerous open and globular clusters. Under darker skies, brighter galaxies such as Centaurus A and the Sculptor Galaxy become worthwhile visual targets and the telescope reaches considerably further into the deep sky.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou certainly do not need a remote dark-sky site to enjoy it. The Moon, planets, double stars, clusters and several brighter nebulae remain rewarding from New Zealand towns and cities. Darker skies primarily extend the telescope’s reach to fainter galaxies and nebulae and allow you to make more of its deep-sky capability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow NexStar Evolution Works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Evolution 6 gives you the benefits of a sophisticated computerised telescope without requiring you to already know the night sky.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCelestron’s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkyAlign\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e system uses three bright reference objects to establish where the telescope is pointing. Once aligned, you can select targets using either the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkyPortal app\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or the supplied \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNexStar+ hand controller\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows a compatible phone or tablet to connect directly to the telescope. SkyPortal provides an interactive map of the sky so you can explore what is visible and choose an object to observe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Evolution then slews to the selected target and continues tracking it as the Earth rotates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat is the real benefit of the system: choose what interests you, let the telescope find it, and then concentrate on observing through the eyepiece while the mount keeps the target in view.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvolution Mount, Power \u0026amp; Practical Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Evolution mount is a major part of what makes this telescope so easy to own and use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebuilt-in LiFePO₄ rechargeable battery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e eliminates the need for an external power supply during normal observing. Celestron rates it for up to approximately 10 hours of continuous use, and a USB charge port can top up a compatible phone or other device during an observing session.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe computerised single-arm Alt-Azimuth mount uses \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebrass worm gears and improved motors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for accurate GoTo movement and tracking, while manual altitude and azimuth clutches allow the telescope to be repositioned manually when required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eheavy-duty, adjustable stainless-steel tripod\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides a stable floor-standing base. Integrated carrying handles help with setup, and the telescope separates into optical tube, mount and tripod rather than requiring the complete system to be carried fully assembled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCelestron’s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarBright XLT coatings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e maximise useful light transmission through the optical system, while the Evolution platform also leaves room for your interests to develop. The 6-inch SCT is particularly capable for lunar and planetary imaging, while short-exposure deep-sky photography and more advanced imaging configurations are possible with additional equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo I need an internet connection to use the telescope?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. The Evolution creates its own Wi-Fi network so a compatible phone or tablet can communicate directly with the telescope. You should install the SkyPortal app beforehand, but an internet connection is not required for normal telescope control while observing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I use the Evolution 6 for astrophotography?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. It is particularly well suited to lunar and planetary imaging, and shorter-exposure deep-sky imaging is also possible in its standard Alt-Azimuth configuration. If astrophotography becomes a larger part of the hobby later, the Evolution system supports additional equipment and equatorial configurations for more advanced imaging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmartphone Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Celestron SkyPortal app is available for supported iPhone, iPad and Android devices. 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height: 78.375px;\"\u003eSkyAlign, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Auto 2-Star Align, Solar System Align, Quick-Align, Last Alignment, EQ North \/ EQ South Alignment (EQ align requires an equatorial wedge)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 43.6494%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003ePeriodic Error Correction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.9928%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 59.7812px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 43.6494%; height: 59.7812px;\"\u003eComputerized Hand Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.9928%; height: 59.7812px;\"\u003e2 line x 18 character backlit Liquid Crystal Display, 19 LED backlit buttons, USB 2.0 port for PC connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 43.6494%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eNexStar+ Database\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.9928%;\"\u003eOver 40,000, including 220 highlighted deep-sky\/solar-system objects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 43.6494%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eSoftware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.9928%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eCelestron's Starry Night Special Edition Software, SkyPortal App\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 43.6494%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eTotal Kit Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.9928%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e38 lbs (17.23 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 97.9688px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 43.6494%; height: 97.9688px;\"\u003eIncluded Items\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.9928%; height: 97.9688px;\"\u003eNexStar Evolution OTA | Single Fork Arm Mount \u0026amp; Tripod | Accessory Tray| Built-in Wifi | Integrated Lithium-iron battery | NexStar+ Hand Control | 40mm \u0026amp; 13mm eyepiece | Red dot finderscope | Visual Back | Star Diagonal | 4 plug AC adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody id=\"spec-block-2\"\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideos\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"media_embed\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe height=\"208\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zUW50j5uqOY\" width=\"357\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"347\" height=\"202\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/B4RvPnSC_Eg\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"media_embed\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"media_embed\"\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/12090_12091_12092_NexStar_EVO_Telescopes_Series_Manual_5lang_Web.pdf?v=1600914728\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNexStar Evolution Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/CEVO_Addendum.pdf?v=1600914768\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAddendum for NexStar Evolution Telescopes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/nexstar_plus_hc_Addendum_5lang_1.pdf?v=1600913496\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNexStar Plus Hand Control Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/CPWI_Software_Manual_ENG_06222020_1.pdf?v=1600913539\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCelestron PWI Telescope Control Software Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31937445036080,"sku":"12090","price":4499.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/Celestron_Nexstar_Evolution_6inch_Cssegrain_Telescope_-_Wifi_badge_248x248_27d47089-23ab-4b69-8106-fb8ea2da8c5e.webp?v=1761695047"},{"product_id":"celestron-nexstar-evolution-8-203mm-schmidt-cassegrain","title":"Celestron Nexstar Evolution 8\" 203mm Schmidt Cassegrain","description":"\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA benchmark 8-inch telescope for spectacular views of galaxies, nebulae, star clusters and planets, with effortless GoTo finding, tracking and built-in rechargeable power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA premium all-rounder combining impressive viewing power, easy setup and the versatility to keep you exploring year round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar Evolution 8 combines one of astronomy’s most proven optical designs with the technology that makes a serious 8-inch telescope straightforward to own and enjoyable to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts 203mm aperture gives you genuine visual capability. Galaxies and nebulae become rewarding observing targets, rich star clusters reveal extraordinary numbers of stars, and the telescope has the resolving power to show impressive detail on the Moon and planets when conditions allow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes the Evolution 8 particularly compelling is how easily that performance can be accessed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Once aligned, select an object using Celestron’s SkyPortal app or the supplied NexStar+ hand controller and the telescope slews automatically to the target, then continues tracking it as the Earth rotates. Instead of spending much of your observing time manually searching and repeatedly repositioning the telescope, you can concentrate on the view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCelestron has also addressed one of the practical inconveniences common to many computerised telescopes: power. The Evolution has a rechargeable lithium-iron-phosphate battery built directly into the mount, providing up to approximately 10 hours of observing without needing disposable AA batteries or a separate external power supply beside the telescope.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its substantial aperture and 2032mm focal length, the Schmidt-Cassegrain optical design keeps the telescope compact. The optical tube is only around 43cm long, giving you the reach and aperture of a serious astronomical telescope without an exceptionally long tube to store, transport or set up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a first-time telescope owner ready to invest in quality from the outset, or an experienced observer who wants substantial aperture with \u003cstrong\u003eexceptional convenience\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Evolution 8 is an exceptionally complete visual telescope with plenty of room to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the NexStar Evolution 8?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubstantial 203mm aperture\u003c\/strong\u003e — brings galaxies, nebulae and rich star clusters within rewarding visual reach, while revealing impressive detail on the Moon and planets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic GoTo and tracking\u003c\/strong\u003e — select a target and the telescope slews to it, then follows it across the sky while you observe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in Wi-Fi\u003c\/strong\u003e — control the telescope from a compatible phone or tablet using Celestron’s SkyPortal planetarium app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNexStar+ hand controller included\u003c\/strong\u003e — smartphone control is optional, not compulsory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal rechargeable LiFePO₄ battery\u003c\/strong\u003e — up to approximately 10 hours of observing without a separate power tank or disposable AA batteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Schmidt-Cassegrain design\u003c\/strong\u003e — 203mm aperture and a 2032mm focal length in a comparatively short optical tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Evolution mount and optics\u003c\/strong\u003e — quality tracking, brass worm gearing and StarBright XLT optical coatings complete a system designed for serious visual observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Can You See?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 203mm aperture makes deep-sky observing one of the Evolution 8’s real strengths. From New Zealand, southern favourites such as \u003cstrong\u003eOmega Centauri, 47 Tucanae and the Carina Nebula\u003c\/strong\u003e are excellent targets, while many galaxies, nebulae and star clusters come within visual reach. Under darker skies, the telescope reaches deeper still, revealing fainter objects and more structure within brighter ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanetary observing is equally rewarding. \u003cstrong\u003eSaturn’s rings are clearly visible\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the Cassini Division detectable under good conditions, while \u003cstrong\u003eJupiter\u003c\/strong\u003e shows its major cloud belts and four bright Galilean moons. Mars can reveal surface markings when favourably positioned, Venus shows its changing phases, and the Moon offers exceptional detail in crater walls, mountain ranges, ridges and shadows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou do not need to live under a remote dark sky to enjoy the Evolution 8. The Moon, planets, double stars, many star clusters and a range of brighter deep-sky objects remain rewarding from New Zealand towns and cities. GoTo is particularly useful under brighter skies because it can take you directly to targets that may be difficult to locate manually when fewer guide stars are visible. Darker skies simply allow you to make even more of the telescope’s substantial aperture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow NexStar Evolution Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron designed the Evolution system to make computerised observing accessible even if you do not already know your way around the night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing \u003cstrong\u003eSkyAlign\u003c\/strong\u003e, the telescope establishes its orientation from three bright reference objects. Once aligned, you can choose what you want to observe using either the \u003cstrong\u003eSkyPortal app\u003c\/strong\u003e or the supplied \u003cstrong\u003eNexStar+ hand controller\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows a compatible phone or tablet to connect directly to the telescope. SkyPortal presents the night sky as an interactive planetarium, making it easy to explore objects and select a target. The Evolution then slews automatically to its calculated position and continues tracking it while you observe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrefer physical controls? The NexStar+ hand controller provides full telescope control without requiring a phone or tablet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is simple: choose what you want to see, let the telescope find it, then spend your time observing while the mount keeps the target in view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEvolution Mount, Power \u0026amp; Other Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Evolution mount is a major part of what makes this telescope so easy to own and use.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003ebuilt-in LiFePO₄ rechargeable battery\u003c\/strong\u003e removes the need for the external power supply commonly required by many GoTo telescopes. Celestron rates it for up to approximately 10 hours of continuous observing, and a built-in USB port can also be used to top up a phone or other compatible device during a session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe computerised single-arm Alt-Azimuth mount uses \u003cstrong\u003ebrass worm gears and improved drive motors\u003c\/strong\u003e for accurate GoTo movement and tracking, while manual clutches allow the telescope to be repositioned manually when required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eheavy-duty, adjustable stainless-steel tripod\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a stable floor-standing base, while integrated handles make the telescope components easier to carry and position during setup. The optical tube, mount and tripod separate for transport rather than requiring the complete assembled system to be moved as one unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron’s \u003cstrong\u003eStarBright XLT coatings\u003c\/strong\u003e help maximise light transmission through the optical system, while the Fastar-compatible optical tube and broader Evolution platform provide scope to explore more advanced imaging later if your interests develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor astrophotography, the standard Evolution 8 is particularly well suited to \u003cstrong\u003elunar and planetary imaging\u003c\/strong\u003e, while short-exposure deep-sky imaging and more advanced configurations are also possible as experience grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use it from a New Zealand town or city?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Moon, planets, double stars, many star clusters and a number of brighter deep-sky objects remain excellent targets from populated areas. Darker skies are an additional advantage rather than a requirement, allowing the 203mm aperture to reach fainter galaxies and nebulae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need an internet connection to use it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The Evolution has built-in Wi-Fi and creates its own wireless connection for communication with a compatible phone or tablet. The SkyPortal app should be installed on your device beforehand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I have to use a smartphone to control the telescope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The supplied \u003cstrong\u003eNexStar+ hand controller\u003c\/strong\u003e gives you full control of the telescope without using a phone or tablet. Smartphone control through SkyPortal is an additional option, so you can use whichever method you prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmartphone Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Celestron SkyPortal app is available for supported iPhone, iPad and Android devices. Because mobile operating-system requirements change over time, we recommend checking Celestron's current SkyPortal compatibility information before purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background: white;\"\u003eRecommended Usage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background: white;\"\u003e – Astronomy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e*2 Year factory warranty covered by Celestron*\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"icon-list-heading\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"icon-list-heading\"\u003eIncludes These Celestron Technologies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/celestron-pwi-telescope-control-software.png?v=6136389852374468086\" width=\"99\" height=\"68\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/celestron-starry-night-software.png?v=17648813020421007894\" width=\"113\" height=\"78\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/fastar-technology.png?v=17389751548295194565\" width=\"99\" height=\"70\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/lifepo4-battery-chemistry.png?v=7255202494298164618\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/skyalign-technology.png?v=1942704454198081915\" width=\"148\" height=\"103\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/starbright-xlt-optical-coatings.png?v=10219783646150028191\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/wifi-technology.png?v=1211654591343796185\" width=\"136\" height=\"94\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003eCompatible with \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cimg height=\"89\" width=\"179\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/starsense-technology.png?3951358087069450897\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e Specifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 542px;\" id=\"product-specs-list\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 254.764px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOPTICAL TUBE INFO:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 275.236px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody 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style=\"width: 275.236px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e156x\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 254.764px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinderscope\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 275.236px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Dot Finderscope\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 254.764px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStar Diagonal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 275.236px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.25\" Star Diagonal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 254.764px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical Tube\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 275.236px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAluminum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 254.764px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd 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Obstruction by Area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 275.236px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9.77%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 254.764px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical Coatings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 275.236px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 254.764px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical Tube Length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 275.236px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e432mm (17\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 254.764px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical Tube Diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 275.236px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e238mm (9.37\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 254.764px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical Tube Weight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 275.236px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12.5 lbs (5.9 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 254.764px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDovetail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 275.236px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVixen\/CG-5 Dovetail bar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 254.764px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMOUNT INFO:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 275.236px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody id=\"spec-block-2\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 254.764px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMount Type\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 275.236px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComputerized Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork 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style=\"width: 254.764px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComputerized Hand Control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 275.236px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 line x 18 character backlit Liquid Crystal Display, 19 LED backlit buttons, USB 2.0 port for PC connection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 254.764px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNexStar+ Database\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 275.236px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver 120,000 including 220 of the best deep sky and solar system objects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 254.764px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoftware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 275.236px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron's Starry Night Special Edition Software, SkyPortal App\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 254.764px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Kit Weight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 275.236px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e51 lbs (23.13 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 254.764px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluded Items\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 275.236px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNexStar Evolution OTA | Single Fork Arm Mount \u0026amp; Tripod | Accessory Tray| Built-in Wifi | Integrated Lithium-iron battery | NexStar+ Hand Control | 40mm \u0026amp; 13mm eyepiece | Red dot finderscope | Visual Back | Star Diagonal | 4 plug AC adapter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv 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Telescopes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/nexstar_plus_hc_Addendum_5lang_1.pdf?v=1600913496\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNexStar Plus Hand Control Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/CPWI_Software_Manual_ENG_06222020_1.pdf?v=1600913539\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCelestron PWI Telescope Control Software Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31937445068848,"sku":"12091","price":3999.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/Evolution-8.jpg?v=1787973180"},{"product_id":"celestron-nexstar-6se-computerised-telescope","title":"Celestron Nexstar 6SE Computerised Telescope","description":"\u003cp\u003eSee Saturn’s rings, Jupiter’s cloud belts and moons, intricate lunar landscapes, bright nebulae and star clusters through 150mm Schmidt-Cassegrain optics, with GoTo finding and automatic tracking built in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron NexStar 6SE brings together \u003cstrong\u003eserious visual astronomy, compact Schmidt-Cassegrain optics and automatic GoTo finding in one of Celestron’s most recognisable orange-tube telescopes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts 150mm aperture gives you enough light and resolving power to make the night sky genuinely exciting. Saturn’s rings are unmistakable, with the Cassini Division possible when conditions are steady. Jupiter reveals its four Galilean moons and prominent cloud belts, while Mars can show darker surface markings and polar detail when favourably positioned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen there is the Moon. At the eyepiece, crater walls, mountain ranges, central peaks and long shadows transform it from a familiar object in the sky into an extraordinary landscape you can explore feature by feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 6SE is not limited to the Moon and planets. Its 150mm aperture also opens up globular and open star clusters, bright nebulae, double stars and a worthwhile range of brighter deep-sky objects\u003c\/strong\u003e. From New Zealand, Omega Centauri and 47 Tucanae provide magnificent cluster targets, while the Carina and Orion nebulae offer completely different observing experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Schmidt-Cassegrain design folds a 1500mm focal length into an optical tube only around 41cm long. That gives you useful magnification and a substantial 6-inch aperture without requiring a long telescope tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied 25mm eyepiece gives 60x magnification straight out of the box, an excellent starting point for the Moon, planets, clusters and many brighter deep-sky targets. Additional eyepieces can extend the magnification range as your observing develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinding objects is handled by Celestron’s NexStar GoTo system. After a simple SkyAlign procedure, choose an object using the NexStar+ hand controller and the motorised mount moves the telescope towards it. Once centred, tracking follows the target as the Earth turns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a telescope that lets you spend far more of your evening actually observing — watching Jupiter’s moons change position, studying Saturn’s rings or exploring objects you may never have found manually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the Celestron NexStar 6SE?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e150mm Schmidt-Cassegrain optics\u003c\/strong\u003e — substantial visual capability in a remarkably compact optical tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImpressive planetary views\u003c\/strong\u003e — explore Saturn’s rings, Jupiter’s cloud belts and moons, Mars and detailed lunar landscapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRewarding deep-sky observing\u003c\/strong\u003e — discover globular clusters, open clusters, bright nebulae, double stars and brighter deep-sky objects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1500mm focal length\u003c\/strong\u003e — well suited to lunar, planetary and other smaller astronomical targets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarBright XLT optical coatings\u003c\/strong\u003e — Celestron’s enhanced coating system designed to maximise light transmission.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic GoTo finding\u003c\/strong\u003e — select an object with the NexStar+ hand controller and the telescope moves towards it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotorised tracking\u003c\/strong\u003e — keeps your chosen target in view while you observe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkyAlign technology\u003c\/strong\u003e — align using three bright objects without needing to know their names beforehand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact single-fork design\u003c\/strong\u003e — substantial optical performance without a long telescope tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e25mm eyepiece included\u003c\/strong\u003e — provides 60x magnification straight out of the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2-year Celestron warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Can You See?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar 6SE gives you a broad and rewarding range of objects to explore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaturn is one of the highlights. 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At higher magnification, individual craters become complex landscapes with terraced walls, central peaks and surrounding ridges, while low-angle sunlight creates dramatic shadows along the lunar terminator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond the planets, Omega Centauri and 47 Tucanae appear as impressive globular clusters packed with stars. Open clusters reveal bright stellar groupings, while the Carina and Orion nebulae provide luminous clouds of gas surrounding young stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrighter galaxies are also within reach under darker skies, adding an entirely different type of object to your observing programme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGoTo Finding and Automatic Tracking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar 6SE does more than tell you where an object is — its motorised mount actually moves the telescope towards it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron’s SkyAlign system makes initial alignment straightforward. Centre three bright objects in the eyepiece and the telescope determines where it is pointing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom there, choose a target using the NexStar+ hand controller and the mount slews towards it. Once the object is centred, tracking keeps following it across the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat makes observing at higher magnification considerably more enjoyable and is particularly useful when several people are sharing the telescope. Saturn can remain waiting in the eyepiece rather than needing to be found again for each observer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact Schmidt-Cassegrain Optics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA conventional telescope with a 1500mm focal length could be physically very long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Schmidt-Cassegrain design folds that light path inside a tube only around 41cm long, giving the NexStar 6SE its distinctive combination of substantial focal length and compact dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe enclosed optical tube also helps protect the primary and secondary mirrors from dust and everyday environmental exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Celestron NexStar 6SE suitable as a first serious telescope?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It combines substantial 150mm optical performance with GoTo finding and automatic tracking, making it approachable for someone new to astronomy while offering enough capability to remain rewarding as their experience grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I see Saturn’s rings and detail on Jupiter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Saturn’s rings are clearly visible, with the Cassini Division possible under good conditions. Jupiter shows its four major moons and prominent cloud belts, with finer atmospheric detail possible when conditions are steady.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the NexStar 6SE show deep-sky objects?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its 150mm aperture provides rewarding views of star clusters, bright nebulae, double stars and brighter galaxies. 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Batteries and external power supply are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*2 Year factory warranty covered by Celestron*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e  Includes these Celestron Technologies\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg height=\"85\" width=\"123\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/celestron-pwi-telescope-control-software.png?v=6136389852374468086\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"100\" width=\"145\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/celestron-starry-night-software.png?v=17648813020421007894\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"97\" width=\"140\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/fastar-technology.png?v=17389751548295194565\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/skyalign-technology.png?v=1942704454198081915\" width=\"155\" 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258.91px;\"\u003e \u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody id=\"spec-block-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eAperture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e150mm (5.91\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e1500mm (59\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e25mm (.98\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e60x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eFinderscope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003eStarPointer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eStar Diagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e1.25\" Star Diagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eOptical Tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e354x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eLowest Useful Magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e21x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e13.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eResolution (Rayleigh)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e0.93 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eResolution (Dawes)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e0.77 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eLight Gathering Power (Compared to human eye)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e459x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e56mm (2.2\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e37%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e14%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eOptical Coatings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eOptical Tube Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e406mm (16\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eOptical Tube Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e181mm (7.1\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eOptical Tube Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e8 lbs (3.6 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eMOUNT INFO:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e \u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody id=\"spec-block-2\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eMount Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003eComputerized Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eInstrument load capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e12 lbs (5.44 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eHeight adjustment range (includes mount and tripod)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e965.2mm - 1422.4mm (38\" - 56\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eTripod leg diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e50.8mm (2\") Stainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eMount Head Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e11 lbs (5 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eAccessory Tray\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eTripod Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e9 lbs (4.08 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eSlew Speeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e9 slew speeds - max speed 5°\/second\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eTracking Rates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003eSidereal, Solar and Lunar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eTracking Modes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003eAlt-Az, EQ North \u0026amp; EQ South\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eGPS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eDovetail Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003eVixen \/ CG-5 dovetail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eNumber of Auxiliary ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e1x Aux port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eAutoguide port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eUSB port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003eYes, Hand Control input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003ePower Requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e8-AA batteries (not included) | 12 VDC-750 mA (Tip positive)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eMotor Drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003eDC servo motors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eAlignment Procedures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003eSkyAlign, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Auto 2-Star Align, Solar System Align, EQ North \/ EQ South Alignment (EQ align requires an equatorial wedge)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003ePeriodic Error Correction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eComputerized Hand Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003eDouble line, 18 character Liquid Crystal Display with 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eNexStar+ Database\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e40,000 objects, 200 user defined programmable objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eSoftware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003eCelestron's Starry Night Special Edition Software, SkyPortal App\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eTotal Kit Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003e21 lbs (9.5 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 261.09px;\"\u003eIncluded Items\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 258.91px;\"\u003eNexStar SE OTA | Single Fork Arm Mount | Tripod | Accessory Tray | Star Pointer Finderscope | NexStar+ Hand Control | 25mm eyepiece | Star Diagona\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Items in the box: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNexStar SE OTA,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle Fork Arm Mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Tripod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessory Tray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStar Pointer Finderscope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNexStar+ Hand Control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25mm eyepiece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStar Diagonal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideos \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/un37haZ_Hs0\" height=\"288\" width=\"509\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/B4RvPnSC_Eg\" height=\"288\" width=\"509\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e Downloads\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/11068-11069_6SE-8SE_Telescope_Manual_5lang_Interactive_Web.pdf?v=1600914325\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNexStar 6SE and 8SE Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/1169672639_6se8sesetupguid.pdf?v=1600914354\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNexStar 6 SE and 8 SE Quick Setup Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/nexstar_plus_hc_Addendum_5lang_1.pdf?v=1600913496\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNexStar Plus Hand Control Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/CPWI_Software_Manual_ENG_06222020_1.pdf?v=1600913539\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCelestron PWI Telescope Control Software Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31937445429296,"sku":"11068","price":1999.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/products\/Cel_20050234110686_NexStar_6SE_11068_1_570x380_2x_10eb24fa-1222-4436-a3eb-f0056a1e9de4_1024x1024_20authorised.jpg?v=1593988737"},{"product_id":"celestron-nexstar-8se-computerised-telescope","title":"Celestron Nexstar 8SE Computerised Telescope","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore Saturn’s rings, Jupiter’s swirling atmosphere, spectacular star clusters, glowing nebulae and distant galaxies through powerful 203mm Schmidt-Cassegrain optics, with automatic GoTo finding and tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron NexStar 8SE puts a full 203mm of aperture behind the eyepiece, opening up the kind of night sky that makes visual astronomy difficult to put down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaturn becomes far more than a small ringed planet. Under steady conditions, the Cassini Division can cut a dark line through the rings. Jupiter reveals its broad cloud belts and finer atmospheric detail, and when it is turned towards us, the Great Red Spot can become a target in its own right. Mars can reveal polar and darker surface features when favourably positioned.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Moon is extraordinary through an 8-inch telescope. Crater walls break into fine detail, central peaks rise from crater floors, mountain ranges cast long shadows and subtle ridges appear as sunlight moves across the lunar surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBut the 8SE’s 203mm aperture really broadens the experience beyond the planets.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlobular clusters become dense concentrations of stars, with more individual stars resolving around their edges. Bright nebulae show greater extent and structure, planetary nebulae become fascinating targets, and galaxies move firmly onto the observing list under darker skies.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew Zealand observers have an exceptional southern sky to explore. Omega Centauri and 47 Tucanae are spectacular through a telescope of this aperture, the Carina Nebula provides an enormous complex of nebulosity and stars, while Centaurus A and the Sculptor Galaxy offer the experience of seeing light that has travelled millions of years before reaching your eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll that optical performance comes from a Schmidt-Cassegrain tube only around 43cm long. Inside is a 2032mm focal length optical system with Celestron’s StarBright XLT coatings, giving the telescope excellent reach for smaller detailed targets without requiring a physically long tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied 25mm eyepiece provides 81x magnification immediately — enough to start seeing why an 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain has become such a respected visual astronomy format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen the NexStar mount takes care of finding and following the object. Use SkyAlign to align the telescope, choose your target with the NexStar+ hand controller and the motors move the telescope towards it. Tracking then keeps it in the eyepiece while you concentrate on the view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar 8SE brings together powerful 8-inch visual astronomy and automated GoTo control in a telescope capable of providing years of new objects to discover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the Celestron NexStar 8SE?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge 203mm aperture\u003c\/strong\u003e — powerful light-gathering and resolving capability for planets, clusters, nebulae and galaxies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutstanding lunar and planetary observing\u003c\/strong\u003e — explore Saturn’s rings, Jupiter’s atmospheric detail, Mars and exceptionally detailed lunar landscapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerious deep-sky capability\u003c\/strong\u003e — globular clusters, planetary nebulae, bright nebulae and galaxies become major observing targets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2032mm focal length\u003c\/strong\u003e — brings smaller astronomical objects close while remaining inside a compact optical tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarBright XLT coatings\u003c\/strong\u003e — Celestron’s enhanced optical coating system for high light transmission.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e81x magnification included\u003c\/strong\u003e — useful observing power from the supplied 25mm eyepiece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic GoTo finding\u003c\/strong\u003e — choose an object and let the motorised mount point the telescope towards it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic tracking\u003c\/strong\u003e — keeps your target in the eyepiece as the Earth turns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkyAlign technology\u003c\/strong\u003e — align using three bright objects without needing to identify them first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Schmidt-Cassegrain design\u003c\/strong\u003e — 203mm aperture and a 2032mm focal length in a tube only around 43cm long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2-year Celestron warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Can You See?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar 8SE gives you enough aperture to move comfortably between detailed planetary observing and serious deep-sky exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaturn’s ring system is striking, and good atmospheric conditions can reveal the Cassini Division between the main rings. Its brightest moon, Titan, is easily visible, with additional moons possible under suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJupiter shows its four Galilean moons, prominent equatorial belts and changing atmospheric features. When timing and conditions cooperate, the Great Red Spot can be followed as it rotates across the planet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMars becomes especially rewarding around favourable oppositions, when its polar regions and darker surface markings may become visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Moon can absorb entire observing sessions. Fine crater detail, mountain chains, rilles, ridges and dramatic shadow patterns change from night to night as the angle of sunlight moves across the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen move deeper into the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOmega Centauri and 47 Tucanae become magnificent globular clusters, with countless stars packed into dense glowing centres. The Carina Nebula reveals broad regions of nebulosity embedded within a spectacular field of stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanetary nebulae provide smaller, sometimes surprisingly bright targets, while darker skies bring increasingly numerous galaxies within reach. Centaurus A can reveal its distinctive dark dust lane under favourable conditions, while the Sculptor Galaxy appears as a broad elongated glow against the surrounding sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn 8-inch telescope gives you enough aperture that there is always another class of object to explore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFind It — Then Stay With It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar system lets the telescope handle much of the searching and following.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron’s SkyAlign procedure asks you to centre three bright objects. Once aligned, the mount knows its position and orientation in the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose an object from the NexStar+ hand controller and the telescope automatically slews towards it. Once centred, motorised tracking keeps following the target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is particularly valuable when you begin exploring fainter deep-sky objects or studying planets at higher magnification. Instead of repeatedly finding and repositioning the telescope, you can wait for moments of excellent seeing and concentrate on subtle detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also makes the 8SE a rewarding telescope to share — the next person can step up to the eyepiece with the target still waiting for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e8-Inch Performance in a Compact Optical Tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NexStar 8SE combines a substantial 203mm aperture and 2032mm focal length inside an optical tube only around 43cm long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is one of the enduring strengths of the Schmidt-Cassegrain design: serious aperture and long focal length without the physical length associated with many conventional telescope designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optical tube, single-fork mount and tripod separate into individual components, making setup and moving the telescope straightforward without making portability the reason to buy it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reason to buy it is what 203mm of aperture lets you see.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Celestron NexStar 8SE particularly good for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an excellent all-round visual telescope. The 203mm aperture delivers impressive views of the Moon and planets while giving you substantial capability on globular clusters, nebulae, planetary nebulae and galaxies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I see the Great Red Spot on Jupiter with the NexStar 8SE?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, when the Great Red Spot is facing Earth and atmospheric conditions are suitable. The telescope can also show Jupiter’s main cloud belts, four Galilean moons and finer atmospheric detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the NexStar 8SE show galaxies?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its 203mm aperture makes galaxies a genuine part of the observing experience, particularly under darker skies. 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Planets are equally impressive, with Saturn, Jupiter and Mars capable of revealing substantial detail when conditions allow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom New Zealand, that gives you an extraordinary range of objects to work through: Omega Centauri, 47 Tucanae, the Carina Nebula, Centaurus A, the Sculptor Galaxy and countless star clusters, double stars and planetary nebulae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarSense Explorer helps ensure that optical capability does not go unused simply because you cannot find the objects. The app shows you what is currently available to observe, lets you select a target, then guides you towards it as you move the telescope manually. You do not need to know the constellations or master star-hopping before you can start exploring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Schmidt-Cassegrain design adds another major advantage. Celestron has packed a 1500mm focal length and substantial 150mm aperture into an optical tube only around 41cm long. \u003cstrong\u003eThe result is a telescope with serious astronomical performance that remains easy to carry, transport and take outside to observe.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts mirrors are enclosed within the optical tube, helping protect them from dust and contamination, while the manual mount requires no telescope batteries, motors or external power supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnd the DX 6 is not limited to astronomy. The long focal length and supplied erect-image diagonal also make it excellent for detailed daytime views of distant boats, coastlines, hills, mountains and wildlife.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor someone who wants \u003cstrong\u003estrong deep-sky and planetary performance without moving to a large or complicated telescope\u003c\/strong\u003e, the DX 6 occupies a particularly appealing position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the StarSense Explorer DX 6\"?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e150mm aperture for serious visual astronomy\u003c\/strong\u003e — enough light-gathering power to make galaxies, nebulae and rich star clusters rewarding targets rather than occasional curiosities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent planetary performance\u003c\/strong\u003e — Saturn, Jupiter and Mars can reveal impressive detail when seeing conditions are good.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarSense makes that capability accessible\u003c\/strong\u003e — see what is currently observable and let the app guide you towards your chosen target.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrong all-round astronomy performance\u003c\/strong\u003e — equally at home exploring deep-sky objects, planets, double stars and the Moon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Schmidt-Cassegrain design\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 1500mm focal length and 150mm aperture packed into an optical tube only around 41cm long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to transport\u003c\/strong\u003e — serious optical performance without the physical length of many reflector or refractor designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-axis slow-motion controls\u003c\/strong\u003e — allow precise manual positioning and make following higher-magnification targets much easier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDay-and-night versatility\u003c\/strong\u003e — the supplied erect-image diagonal gives a correctly oriented view for long-distance terrestrial observing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtected, relatively low-maintenance optics\u003c\/strong\u003e — the mirrors remain enclosed within the telescope tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Can You See?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DX 6 really begins to show its strength when you turn it towards the \u003cstrong\u003edeep sky\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom New Zealand, \u003cstrong\u003eOmega Centauri and 47 Tucanae\u003c\/strong\u003e are outstanding targets, with their dense concentrations of stars becoming increasingly apparent as conditions improve. The \u003cstrong\u003eCarina Nebula\u003c\/strong\u003e reveals broad areas of bright nebulosity threaded through one of the richest regions of the southern Milky Way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGalaxies also become worthwhile objects to seek out. \u003cstrong\u003eCentaurus A and the Sculptor Galaxy\u003c\/strong\u003e are excellent southern targets, while planetary nebulae, open clusters and double stars provide an enormous variety of objects throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 150mm aperture is equally rewarding on the planets. \u003cstrong\u003eSaturn's rings and the Cassini Division\u003c\/strong\u003e can be visible when conditions are good. Jupiter shows its four bright Galilean moons, major cloud belts and, with favourable timing and steady air, features such as the Great Red Spot. Mars can reveal darker surface markings when favourably positioned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Moon is naturally spectacular as well, with crater walls, mountain ranges, ridges and shadows showing extensive fine detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou do not need to live under pristine dark skies to enjoy the DX 6. Planets, double stars, clusters and brighter nebulae remain excellent from New Zealand towns and cities. Darker skies increasingly benefit galaxies and fainter nebulae, allowing the 150mm aperture to show more of what it can do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDaytime Viewing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DX 6 is also a very capable \u003cstrong\u003elong-distance terrestrial telescope\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts 1500mm focal length gives excellent reach for specific distant subjects such as boats offshore, coastlines, mountain features and wildlife. The supplied erect-image diagonal provides an upright, correctly oriented view, so terrestrial subjects appear naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the day, the telescope is pointed manually using the red-dot finder and slow-motion controls. StarSense navigation itself is designed for the night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt very long distances, atmospheric turbulence and heat shimmer can sometimes limit daytime detail, but under stable conditions the compact Schmidt-Cassegrain design provides impressive reach without requiring a long optical tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow StarSense Explorer Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarSense Explorer uses your smartphone camera and Celestron's dedicated StarSense dock to recognise actual star patterns overhead and determine where the telescope is pointing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a simple initial alignment, the app generates a list of objects currently available to observe. Choose something you would like to see and follow the arrows while \u003cstrong\u003eyou move the telescope by hand\u003c\/strong\u003e. As you approach the target, the guidance becomes increasingly precise; when the bullseye turns green, the object is ready to view through the eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a motorised GoTo telescope and it does not automatically track objects. StarSense provides the navigation while you remain in control of the telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a telescope capable of showing such a broad range of objects, that guidance is particularly valuable because it helps you make much fuller use of what the 150mm optics can reveal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDX Mount, Slow-Motion Controls \u0026amp; Practical Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DX 6 uses a manual Alt-Azimuth mount on an adjustable full-height tripod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor larger movements, simply guide the telescope by hand. Once you are close to the target, \u003cstrong\u003egeared slow-motion controls on both axes\u003c\/strong\u003e allow much finer adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat precision is particularly useful when observing planets, double stars and other higher-magnification targets, where even a small movement of the telescope can shift the object significantly within the eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron's \u003cstrong\u003eStarBright XLT coatings\u003c\/strong\u003e help maximise light transmission and contrast through the optical system, while the enclosed Schmidt-Cassegrain design protects the mirrors and contributes to the telescope's compact, portable format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied erect-image diagonal, red-dot finderscope and conventional eyepieces also mean the telescope remains fully usable without a smartphone whenever you prefer traditional manual observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the 150mm aperture give me?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe larger aperture collects more light and improves resolving ability. In practical terms, that means brighter and more rewarding views of many nebulae, galaxies and star clusters, while planets can reveal finer detail when atmospheric conditions allow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the DX 6 also be used as a first telescope?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. StarSense removes much of the difficulty of finding objects, while the manual Alt-Az mount and slow-motion controls remain straightforward to operate. The DX 6 is particularly attractive for someone who would rather invest in stronger optical capability from the outset than start with a smaller telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the DX 6 be used during the day?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The supplied erect-image diagonal gives a correctly oriented terrestrial view, and the 1500mm focal length provides excellent reach for distant subjects such as boats, coastlines, hills and wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSmartphone Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron StarSense Explorer app is available for supported iPhone and Android smartphones. 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GPS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDovetail Compatibility\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCG-5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower Requirements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNone (Recommend PowerTank Glow to keep phone charged while using App)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlignment Procedures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse StarSense Explorer App\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoftware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarSense Explorer App | SkyPortal App | Celestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Kit Weight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e14 lbs (6.35 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluded Items\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical tube | Mount and tripod (preassembled) | 40mm and 10mm eyepieces | Erect image diagonal | StarPointer finderscope | Accessory tray | StarSense Explorer phone dock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolar Warning\u003c\/strong\u003e   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever look directly at the Sun with the naked eye or with an optic (unless you have the proper solar filter). Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever use your optic to project an image of the Sun onto any surface. Internal heat build-up can damage the optic and any accessories attached to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever leave your optic unsupervised. Make sure an adult who is familiar with the correct operating procedures is with your optic at all times, especially when children are present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eVideos  \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3Hb0x-IdeDs\" height=\"280\" width=\"480\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion is-active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-content js-accordion-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review-block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Press\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEDISON CONSUMER ELECTRONICS \u0026amp; INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY’S LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES GOLD WINNER 2020\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron took gold! With over 3K entries worldwide, our StarSense Explorer won gold in the Edison Awards’ Learning Technologies category. StarSense Explorer has truly revolutionized amateur astronomy for the better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIHS MARKIT SHOWSTOPPERS CES 2020 INNOVATION AWARD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIDA DESIGN AWARD – EDUCATION\/TEACHING AIDS GOLD WINNER 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIDA DESIGN AWARD – EDUCATION\/SELF LEARNING DEVICE SILVER WINNER 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNEWSWEEK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s an irresistible proposition from amateur astronomers and other stargazers: Get the capabilities of a professional observatory in a telescope that costs less than $500\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWIRED \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’ve ever hunted for stars using a low-cost telescope, you’ll appreciate Celestron’s new StarSense Explorer telescopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePOPULAR SCIENCE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of my favorite products that I cam across today [CES Show Stopper] uses some of the simplest tech to achieve its purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review-block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"grid-item-desc js-show-geo show-geo\"\u003eDownload\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca class=\"grid-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/products\/neximage-burst-color\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/StarSense_Explorer_App_QSG_5_languages.pdf?v=1598931430\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStarSense Explorer App Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/22463_StarSense_Explorer_DX_6_SCT_QSG_Web.pdf?v=1621313393\" title='StarSense Explorer 6\" SCT DX Quick Setup Guide' target=\"_blank\"\u003eStarSense Explorer 6\" SCT DX Quick Setup Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/SSE_Telescope_Basics_Interactive_Manual_Eng.pdf?v=1621313393\" title=\"StarSense Explorer Telescope Basic\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStarSense Explorer Telescope Basic\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"930\" height=\"523\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Dp4_TGhU-0w\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39524316119088,"sku":"22463","price":1299.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/celestron-starsense-explorer-dx6-schmidt-cassegrain-telescope.webp?v=1762831545"},{"product_id":"celestron-starsense-explorer-dx-5-smartphone-app-enabled-schmidt-cassegrain-telescope","title":"Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 5\" - Smartphone app-enabled Schmidt Cassegrain Telescope","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore Saturn’s rings, Jupiter’s cloud belts, star clusters, nebulae and brighter galaxies with StarSense guidance that makes the night sky easy to navigate, even if you’ve never used a telescope before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 5\" is a highly capable first telescope \u003cstrong\u003efor someone who wants to see far more than the obvious night-sky targets, without first having to learn how to find them.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaturn’s rings, Jupiter’s cloud belts and moons, rich star clusters, bright nebulae and a selection of galaxies all come within reach. From New Zealand, southern favourites such as Omega Centauri, 47 Tucanae and the Carina Nebula give you plenty to explore, while planets and double stars remain rewarding even from towns and cities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarSense Explorer makes accessing all of that considerably easier\u003c\/strong\u003e. The app shows you objects currently available to observe, so you do not need to know what is in the sky before you begin. Choose something that interests you and follow the on-screen arrows as you move the telescope manually towards it. When the bullseye turns green, look through the eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThat makes the DX 5 particularly appealing for a first-time owner. You still enjoy the direct experience of finding and viewing objects through a traditional telescope, but without needing to master star charts or star-hopping before you can start seeing worthwhile targets.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Schmidt-Cassegrain design then adds a different kind of advantage. It packs a 1250mm focal length into a tube only around 33cm long, giving you excellent reach for planets and distant subjects without the length of many conventional telescope designs. The enclosed optics also help protect the mirrors, while the short tube makes the telescope easy to carry, transport and take outside whenever conditions are good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuring the day, the same telescope can be used for distant terrestrial subjects such as boats, coastlines, hills and wildlife, giving the DX 5 genuine day-and-night versatility.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor someone buying their first quality telescope, the DX 5 offers a very appealing balance: \u003cstrong\u003eimpressive things to see, StarSense guidance to help you find them, and a compact design that is easy to live with.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the StarSense Explorer DX 5\"?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRewarding astronomy from the outset\u003c\/strong\u003e — explore planets, star clusters, bright nebulae, double stars and brighter galaxies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarSense smartphone guidance\u003c\/strong\u003e — shows you what is currently visible and guides you towards your chosen target.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo previous knowledge of the night sky required\u003c\/strong\u003e — ideal for a first-time owner who wants to start observing rather than first learning star-hopping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent planetary capability\u003c\/strong\u003e — Saturn’s rings, Jupiter’s cloud belts and moons, and impressive lunar detail are all within reach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Schmidt-Cassegrain design\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 1250mm focal length in a short optical tube that is easy to carry and transport.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-axis slow-motion controls\u003c\/strong\u003e — allow precise positioning and make following objects easier at higher magnification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDaytime as well as night-time viewing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the supplied erect-image diagonal gives a correctly oriented view of distant terrestrial subjects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Can You See?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DX 5 gives you a varied night sky to explore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaturn’s rings are clearly visible\u003c\/strong\u003e, while Jupiter shows its four bright Galilean moons and major cloud belts. When conditions and timing cooperate, finer details such as the Great Red Spot can also be seen. Mars can reveal surface markings when favourably positioned, and the Moon offers an enormous amount of detail across craters, mountains, ridges and changing shadows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond the Solar System, New Zealand observers can enjoy \u003cstrong\u003eOmega Centauri, 47 Tucanae and the Carina Nebula\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with open clusters, double stars, planetary nebulae and brighter galaxies. Under darker skies, more faint objects become accessible and brighter deep-sky targets reveal more structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou do not need to travel to a remote dark-sky site every time you want to use it. Planets, the Moon, double stars, clusters and stronger deep-sky objects remain worthwhile from towns and cities. Darker skies simply allow the 125mm aperture to reach further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDaytime Viewing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DX 5 is also well suited to \u003cstrong\u003elong-distance terrestrial viewing\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts long focal length gives useful magnification for boats offshore, coastlines, hills, mountain features and wildlife, while the supplied erect-image diagonal produces an upright, correctly oriented view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the day you point the telescope manually using the red-dot finder and slow-motion controls. StarSense navigation itself is designed for the night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact optical tube is particularly convenient here: you get substantial reach without having to manage a long telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow StarSense Explorer Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarSense Explorer uses your smartphone camera and Celestron’s dedicated StarSense dock to recognise actual star patterns overhead and determine where the telescope is pointing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a simple initial alignment, the app generates a list of objects currently available to observe. Choose a target and arrows guide you as \u003cstrong\u003eyou move the telescope by hand\u003c\/strong\u003e. As you get closer, the guidance becomes increasingly precise; when the bullseye turns green, the object is ready to view through the eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a motorised GoTo telescope and it does not automatically track objects. StarSense provides the navigation, while you remain in control of the telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat gives you the simplicity of a manual telescope with a much easier way to find your way around the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDX Mount, Slow-Motion Controls \u0026amp; Practical Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DX 5 uses a manual Alt-Azimuth mount on an adjustable full-height tripod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor larger movements, simply move the telescope by hand. Once you are close to the target, \u003cstrong\u003egeared slow-motion controls on both axes\u003c\/strong\u003e allow much finer adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat precision is particularly useful for planets and other higher-magnification targets, where even a small movement of the telescope can shift the object significantly within the eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron’s \u003cstrong\u003eStarBright XLT coatings\u003c\/strong\u003e help maximise light transmission and contrast, while the enclosed Schmidt-Cassegrain optical system helps protect the mirrors from dust and contamination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied erect-image diagonal, red-dot finderscope and conventional eyepieces also mean the telescope remains fully usable without a smartphone whenever you prefer traditional manual observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the StarSense Explorer DX 5\" suitable as a first telescope?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is particularly well suited to a first-time owner who wants a high-quality telescope with enough capability to explore planets and deep-sky objects without first learning how to navigate the night sky manually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes StarSense move or track the telescope automatically?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. StarSense shows you where to point and guides you towards the target, but you move the telescope yourself. The dual-axis slow-motion controls then allow precise adjustments and make it easier to follow the object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use the DX 5 during the day?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The supplied erect-image diagonal provides a correctly oriented terrestrial view, while the long focal length is particularly useful for distant subjects such as boats, hills, coastlines and wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSmartphone Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron StarSense Explorer app is available for supported iPhone and Android smartphones. Because mobile operating-system requirements change over time, we recommend checking Celestron's current StarSense Explorer compatibility information before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e Specifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOPTICAL TUBE INFO:     \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAperture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e125mm (5\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1250mm (49.21\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ef\/10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e25mm (0.98\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e50x\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10mm (0.39\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e150x\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarlow Lens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinderscope\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarPointer™ red dot finderscope\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStar Diagonal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eErect image 90° (1.25\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical Tube\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAluminum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighest Useful Magnification\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e295x\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLowest Useful Magnification\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18x\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e13\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResolution (Rayleigh)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.11 arc seconds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResolution (Dawes)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.93 arc seconds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight Gathering Power (Compared to human eye)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e329x\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e51mm (2.0\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e16.6%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e40%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical Coatings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical Tube Length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e330mm (13\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical Tube Diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e171.45mm (6.75\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical Tube Weight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5 lbs (2.26 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDovetail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCG-5 Dovetail Bar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMOUNT INFO:  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMount Type\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManual Alt-Azimuth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight adjustment range (includes mount and tripod)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAluminum, 1320.8mm (52\") max height\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTripod Leg Diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e31.75mm (1.25\") steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccessory Tray\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTripod Weight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.8 lbs (1.72 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlew Speeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGPS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUses phone's GPS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDovetail Compatibility\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCG-5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower Requirements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNone (Recommend PowerTank Glow to keep phone charged while using App)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlignment Procedures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse StarSense Explorer App\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoftware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarSense Explorer App | SkyPortal App | Celestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Kit Weight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9 lbs (4.08 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluded Items\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"301\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical tube | Mount and tripod (preassembled) | 25mm and 10mm eyepieces | Erect image diagonal | StarPointer finderscope | Accessory tray | StarSense Explorer phone dock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolar Warning\u003c\/strong\u003e   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever look directly at the Sun with the naked eye or with an optic (unless you have the proper solar filter). Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever use your optic to project an image of the Sun onto any surface. Internal heat build-up can damage the optic and any accessories attached to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever leave your optic unsupervised. Make sure an adult who is familiar with the correct operating procedures is with your optic at all times, especially when children are present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eVideos  \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3Hb0x-IdeDs\" height=\"280\" width=\"480\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Press\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEDISON CONSUMER ELECTRONICS \u0026amp; INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY’S LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES GOLD WINNER 2020\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron took gold! With over 3K entries worldwide, our StarSense Explorer won gold in the Edison Awards’ Learning Technologies category. 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Globular clusters resolve into rich fields of stars, galaxies and nebulae become genuinely rewarding objects to explore, and the additional resolving power gives the telescope exceptional potential for fine lunar and planetary detail when atmospheric conditions allow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCelestron’s 9.25-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube has also developed an enviable reputation among experienced observers for its optical performance. Combined with StarBright XLT coatings, it is a superb all-round visual telescope rather than simply a specialist planetary instrument.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is a 2350mm focal length inside the optical system, yet the tube itself is only around 56cm long. That is one of the great advantages of the Schmidt-Cassegrain design: substantial aperture and a long focal length are contained within a relatively compact optical tube rather than an exceptionally long telescope.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Evolution system then makes all that viewing capability remarkably accessible. Once aligned, choose an object using Celestron’s SkyPortal app or the supplied NexStar+ hand controller and the telescope slews to the selected target, then continues tracking it while you observe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIts rechargeable lithium-iron-phosphate battery is built directly into the mount,\u003c\/strong\u003e providing up to approximately 10 hours of operation without the external power pack commonly required by many computerised telescopes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Evolution 9.25 is a substantial telescope, but deliberately so. It is the model for someone who places visual capability high on the priority list while still wanting intelligent GoTo, automatic tracking and practical modern design. For a first-time telescope owner prepared to invest in an exceptional system from the outset, or an experienced observer wanting serious aperture with exceptional convenience, it offers considerable long-term observing potential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose the NexStar Evolution 9.25?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowerful 235mm optics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — explore galaxies, nebulae and spectacular star clusters while revealing impressive fine detail on the Moon and planets.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighly regarded C9.25 Schmidt-Cassegrain design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — an established all-round optical system with a strong reputation among experienced observers.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAutomatic GoTo and tracking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — choose a target and the telescope slews to it, then follows it while you observe.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt-in Wi-Fi with NexStar+ hand controller included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — use SkyPortal on a compatible phone or tablet, or operate the telescope with traditional physical controls.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternal rechargeable LiFePO₄ battery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — provides up to approximately 10 hours of observing without a separate external power supply.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact optical design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — combines 235mm aperture and a 2350mm focal length in an optical tube around 56cm long.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy-duty Evolution platform\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — brass worm gearing and a heavy-duty 2-inch stainless-steel tripod support this substantial optical system.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Can You See?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith 235mm of aperture, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edeep-sky objects become a major part of the observing experience\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. New Zealand’s southern sky offers outstanding targets including Omega Centauri and 47 Tucanae, where large globular clusters can break into extraordinary numbers of individual stars, and the Carina Nebula with its extensive mixture of nebulosity and star fields. Galaxies such as Centaurus A and the Sculptor Galaxy are also excellent targets, with darker skies bringing fainter galaxies and nebulae within reach and revealing more structure in brighter objects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Moon and planets can be equally impressive. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaturn’s ring system is beautifully defined\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with the Cassini Division visible when conditions allow. Jupiter can reveal its major cloud belts, Galilean moons and finer atmospheric detail, while Mars can show surface markings when favourably positioned. The Moon becomes an intricate landscape of crater walls, mountain ranges, ridges, valleys and sharply defined shadows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou do not need to live beneath a remote dark sky to justify a telescope of this size. The Moon, planets, double stars, globular and open clusters and a range of brighter nebulae and galaxies remain rewarding from New Zealand towns and cities. Darker skies simply allow the 235mm aperture to reach further and show more of what it is capable of.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow NexStar Evolution Works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCelestron’s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkyAlign\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e system makes computerised observing accessible even if you do not already know the night sky. Once the telescope has established its orientation from three bright reference objects, you can select what you want to observe and let the GoTo system do the locating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows a compatible phone or tablet to connect directly to the telescope and use the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkyPortal Powered by SkySafari app\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as an interactive map of the night sky. Explore what is visible, choose a target and the Evolution slews to its calculated position.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe mount then continues tracking the target as the Earth rotates, allowing you to concentrate on the view through the eyepiece rather than repeatedly repositioning the telescope.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you prefer physical controls, the supplied \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNexStar+ hand controller\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides full telescope operation without requiring a smartphone or tablet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvolution Mount, Power \u0026amp; Other Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Evolution mount is a major part of what makes this substantial telescope so straightforward to own and use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebuilt-in LiFePO₄ rechargeable battery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides up to approximately 10 hours of operation, eliminating the external power cable or separate power tank commonly required by many GoTo telescopes. A USB charge port can also top up a compatible phone or other device during an observing session.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-performance \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebrass worm gears and improved drive motors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provide accurate GoTo movement and tracking, while manual altitude and azimuth clutches allow the telescope to be repositioned manually when required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 9.25-inch model is supplied with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eheavy-duty, adjustable stainless-steel tripod with 2-inch legs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, providing the stronger foundation appropriate for its larger optical tube.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is not a lightweight telescope: the complete system weighs approximately 28.4kg. Importantly, it does not need to be carried fully assembled. The optical tube, mount and tripod separate for transport and setup, with the optical tube itself weighing approximately 9.1kg. Integrated carrying handles further assist with positioning the components.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCelestron’s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarBright XLT coatings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e maximise useful light transmission through the optical system. For owners interested in imaging, the Evolution 9.25 is particularly strong for lunar and planetary work, while short-exposure deep-sky imaging is also possible. Fastar compatibility and Celestron’s optional HD Pro equatorial wedge provide additional paths if astrophotography becomes a more advanced interest later.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the Evolution 9.25 need an internet connection while I am observing?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. The telescope has its own built-in Wi-Fi network, allowing a compatible phone or tablet to communicate directly with the mount. The SkyPortal app should be installed beforehand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the Evolution 9.25 difficult to move and set up?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is a substantial telescope rather than a lightweight grab-and-go system, but it separates into the optical tube, mount and tripod for carrying and setup. The compact Schmidt-Cassegrain tube and integrated handles make the individual components considerably easier to manage than the complete 28.4kg assembled system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmartphone Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Celestron SkyPortal app is available for supported iPhone, iPad and Android devices. Because mobile operating-system requirements change over time, we recommend checking Celestron's current SkyPortal compatibility information before purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background: white;\"\u003eRecommended Usage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background: white;\"\u003e – Astronomy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e*2 Year factory warranty covered by Celestron*\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"icon-list-heading\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"icon-list-heading\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"icon-list-heading\"\u003eIncludes These Celestron Technologies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cimg height=\"68\" width=\"99\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/celestron-pwi-telescope-control-software.png?v=6136389852374468086\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"78\" width=\"113\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/celestron-starry-night-software.png?v=17648813020421007894\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"70\" width=\"99\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/fastar-technology.png?v=17389751548295194565\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/lifepo4-battery-chemistry.png?v=7255202494298164618\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"103\" width=\"148\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/skyalign-technology.png?v=1942704454198081915\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/starbright-xlt-optical-coatings.png?v=10219783646150028191\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/wifi-technology.png?v=1211654591343796185\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible With\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/starsense-technology.png?3951358087069450897\" width=\"166\" height=\"83\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e Specifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table-open\" id=\"product-specs-list\" style=\"width: 100.032%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eOptical Tube Info:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eOptical Design:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eAperture:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e235mm (9.25\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eFocal Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e2350mm (93\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eFocal Ratio:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003ef\/10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e40mm (1.57\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 1:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e59x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eFocal Length of Eyepiece 2:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e13mm (.51\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eMagnification of Eyepiece 2:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e180x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eFinderscope:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003eRed Dot Finderscope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eStar Diagonal:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e1.25\" Star Diagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eOptical Tube:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eHighest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e555x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eLowest Useful Magnification:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e34x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eLimiting Stellar Magnitude:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e14.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eResolution (Rayleigh):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e0.59 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eResolution (Dawes):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e0.49 arc seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eLight Gathering Power (Compared to human eye):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e1127x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e85mm (3.35\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e36%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eSecondary Mirror Obstruction by Area:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e13%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eOptical Coatings:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eOptical Tube Length:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e559mm (22\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eOptical Tube Diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e271.78mm (10.7\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eOptical Tube Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e20 lbs (9.07 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eDovetail:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003eCG-5 Dovetail bar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eMount Info:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eMount Type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003eComputerized Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eInstrument load capacity:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e25 lbs (11 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eHeight adjustment range (includes mount and tripod):\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e1244.6mm - 1651mm (49\" – 65\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eTripod Leg Diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e50.8mm (2\") Stainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eMount Head Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e16 lbs (7 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eAccessory Tray:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eTripod Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e26.6 lbs (12.06 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eSlew Speeds:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e9 slew speeds - max speed 4°\/second\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eTracking Rates:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003eSidereal, Solar and Lunar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eTracking Modes:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003eAlt-Az, EQ North and EQ South\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eGPS:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eDovetail Compatibility:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003eCG-5 saddle plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eNumber of Auxiliary Ports:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e4 AUX Ports (Hand Control can use any of the AUX Ports)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eAutoguide Port:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eUSB Port:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003eYes, Hand Control input and Mount output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003ePower Requirements:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003eInternal 9 6V, 4 5Ah lithium iron phosphate battery (LiFePO4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eMotor Drive:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003eDC servo motors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eAlignment Procedures:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003eSkyAlign, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Auto 2-Star Align, Solar System Align, Quick-Align, Last Alignment, EQ North \/ EQ South Alignment (EQ align requires an equatorial wedge)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003ePeriodic Error Correction:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eComputerized Hand Control:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e2 line x 18 character backlit Liquid Crystal Display, 19 LED backlit buttons, USB 2.0 Port for PC connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eNexStar+ Database:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003eOver 40,000 including 220 of the best deep sky and solar system objects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eSoftware:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003eCelestron Starry Night Special Edition Software and SkyPortal App\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eTotal Kit Weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e62.6 lbs (28.4 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eIncluded Items:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003eOptical tube\u003cbr\u003eSingle Fork Arm Mount and Tripod\u003cbr\u003eAccessory Tray\u003cbr\u003eBuilt-in Wifi\u003cbr\u003eIntegrated Lithium-iron battery\u003cbr\u003eNexStar+ Hand Control\u003cbr\u003e40mm and 13mm eyepiece\u003cbr\u003eRed dot finderscope\u003cbr\u003eVisual Back\u003cbr\u003eStar Diagonal\u003cbr\u003e4 plug AC adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.8877%;\"\u003eSolar Warning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"solar-warning\" style=\"width: 69.0303%;\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"solar-warning-text\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever look directly at the Sun with the naked eye or with an optic (unless you have the proper solar filter). Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever use your optic to project an image of the Sun onto any surface. Internal heat build-up can damage the optic and any accessories attached to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever leave your optic unsupervised. Make sure an adult who is familiar with the correct operating procedures is with your optic at all times, especially when children are present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"WSMaintext\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideos \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ciframe height=\"208\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zUW50j5uqOY\" width=\"357\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"347\" height=\"202\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/B4RvPnSC_Eg\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e Downloads\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/12090_12091_12092_NexStar_EVO_Telescopes_Series_Manual_5lang_Web.pdf?v=1600914728\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNexStar Evolution Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/CEVO_Addendum.pdf?v=1600914768\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAddendum for NexStar Evolution Telescopes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/nexstar_plus_hc_Addendum_5lang_1.pdf?v=1600913496\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNexStar Plus Hand Control Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/CPWI_Software_Manual_ENG_06222020_1.pdf?v=1600913539\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCelestron PWI Telescope Control Software Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39633185538096,"sku":"12092","price":4999.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/Evolution-9.png?v=1793151371"},{"product_id":"sky-watcher-102-1300-az-go2-explorer","title":"Sky-Watcher 102\/1300 AZ-Go2 Explorer","description":"\u003cp\u003eSee Saturn's rings, follow Jupiter's four bright moons, watch Venus change phase and explore a Moon covered in craters and mountains, through compact 102mm Maksutov optics with GoTo finding and tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSky-Watcher technologies included: - \u003ca title=\"More info on Sky-Watchere technologies\" href=\"https:\/\/telescopes.net.nz\/pages\/sky-watcher-technologies\"\u003eClick here for more details\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/skywatcheraustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/icon-freedom-find.jpg\" alt=\"Freedom Find\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/skywatcheraustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/icon-bright-star-alignment.jpg\" alt=\"icon bright star alignment\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/skywatcheraustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/icon-collapsible.jpg\" alt=\"icon collapsible\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/skywatcheraustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/icon-synscan-goto.jpg\" alt=\"icon synscan goto\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher 102\/1300 AZ-Go2 Explorer makes some of the most memorable sights in astronomy remarkably easy to experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts 102mm Maksutov-Cassegrain optics and long 1300mm focal length are naturally suited to the Moon and planets. Saturn becomes a tiny ringed world rather than simply another point of light, Jupiter reveals its four major moons and dark cloud belts, and Venus clearly displays the phases that Galileo first observed more than four centuries ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Moon provides an almost endless observing landscape. Craters, mountain ranges, ridges and dramatic shadows change continually as sunlight moves across the lunar surface, giving you something different to explore throughout the month.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the supplied 25mm and 10mm eyepieces you have 52x and 130x magnification immediately available. That gives you a useful progression from wider views to much closer examination of bright astronomical targets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne of the clever features of the Maksutov-Cassegrain design is that its long focal length is folded inside a very short optical tube. You get the magnification advantages of a 1300mm focal length in a telescope that remains remarkably compact.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AZ-Go2 mount makes exploring the sky easier again. Once aligned, choose a target through the SynScan app and the motorised mount points the telescope towards it. Once there, tracking follows the object so you can keep observing rather than continually repositioning the telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat combination makes the 102\/1300 especially appealing for someone who wants an uncomplicated route into genuine planetary astronomy — not just finding Saturn and Jupiter, but spending time actually looking at them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the Sky-Watcher 102\/1300 AZ-Go2 Explorer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e102mm Maksutov-Cassegrain optics\u003c\/strong\u003e — crisp, high-contrast views particularly well suited to the Moon and planets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSee iconic Solar System sights\u003c\/strong\u003e — Saturn's rings, Jupiter and its moons, Venus's phases and detailed lunar landscapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1300mm focal length\u003c\/strong\u003e — useful magnification from ordinary eyepieces without a physically long telescope tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e52x and 130x included\u003c\/strong\u003e — a versatile observing range from the supplied 25mm and 10mm eyepieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWi-Fi GoTo finding\u003c\/strong\u003e — select an object through the SynScan app and let the telescope move towards it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic tracking\u003c\/strong\u003e — keeps planets and other targets centred while you observe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact closed-tube design\u003c\/strong\u003e — easy to accommodate while helping protect the internal mirrors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBright double stars and clusters\u003c\/strong\u003e — plenty to explore beyond the planets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmartphone adapter included\u003c\/strong\u003e — useful for experimenting with simple images of suitable bright targets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless-steel tripod\u003c\/strong\u003e — provides a stable observing platform.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5-year Sky-Watcher warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Can You See?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaturn is one of the great reasons to own a telescope, and its distinctive rings are clearly recognisable through the 102mm Maksutov.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJupiter shows its four largest moons as bright points strung out around the planet. Return on different nights and their positions will have changed as they orbit Jupiter, while the planet itself shows its prominent atmospheric cloud belts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVenus provides another fascinating sight as it moves through unmistakable phases, while Mars becomes a small reddish disc when favourably positioned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Moon offers considerably more detail than can be appreciated with the naked eye. Crater rims, central peaks, mountains, valleys and sharp shadows become increasingly apparent at higher magnification, particularly around the boundary between lunar day and night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright double stars and compact star clusters provide rewarding targets beyond the Solar System, with brighter nebulae and selected deep-sky objects extending the range further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 102mm Maksutov is not primarily designed for huge sweeping fields of stars. Its real strength is making smaller, brighter targets large enough and detailed enough to spend time exploring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFind It — Then Watch It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor someone new to astronomy, finding an object can sometimes be harder than viewing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AZ-Go2 mount changes that. Once aligned, select the object you want in the SynScan app and the mount automatically turns the telescope towards it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt then continues tracking as the Earth rotates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat matters particularly when using 130x on Saturn, Jupiter or the Moon. Rather than repeatedly moving the telescope to keep the target in the eyepiece, you can simply watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Sky-Watcher 102\/1300 AZ-Go2 suitable for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The telescope gives you recognisable and rewarding targets such as the Moon, Saturn and Jupiter, while automatic GoTo finding and tracking remove much of the difficulty of locating and following them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is this telescope best at?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Moon and planets are its natural strengths. Its long 1300mm focal length also suits double stars and other compact bright objects particularly well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I see Saturn's rings?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Saturn's rings are clearly recognisable through the telescope under normal suitable observing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes GoTo mean I don't have to move the telescope myself?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce aligned, the motorised mount moves towards the object you select in the SynScan app and then tracks it automatically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the telescope require power?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The AZ-Go2 mount can use a compatible 12V DC power supply or AA batteries. Neither is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSky-Watcher technologies included: - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/telescopes.net.nz\/pages\/sky-watcher-technologies\" title=\"More info on Sky-Watchere technologies\"\u003eClick here for more details\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Freedom Find\" src=\"https:\/\/skywatcheraustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/icon-freedom-find.jpg\"\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"icon bright star alignment\" src=\"https:\/\/skywatcheraustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/icon-bright-star-alignment.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"icon collapsible\" src=\"https:\/\/skywatcheraustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/icon-collapsible.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"icon synscan goto\" src=\"https:\/\/skywatcheraustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/icon-synscan-goto.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty - \u003c\/span\u003e5 Year Limited Warranty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 99.9589%; 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Saturn's rings become unmistakable through the eyepiece, Jupiter reveals its prominent cloud belts and four Galilean moons, Venus displays its changing phases, and Mars can reveal polar and darker surface detail when favourably positioned.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen there is the Moon. Crater walls, central peaks, mountain ranges, ridges and long shadows turn the lunar surface into an extraordinary landscape that changes from one observing night to the next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied 25mm and 10mm eyepieces give 60x and 150x magnification, providing an excellent observing range straight out of the box. At 150x, the telescope begins to show exactly why the 127mm Maksutov has such a strong reputation for lunar and planetary observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThere is plenty beyond the Solar System too. Bright globular clusters, planetary nebulae, double stars and selected brighter deep-sky objects add considerably more to explore.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe long 1500mm optical path is folded inside a relatively short Maksutov tube, giving you substantial focal length without a physically long telescope. The front corrector also closes the optical tube, helping protect the internal mirrors from dust and the outside environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AZ-Go2 mount then removes much of the work involved in finding and following what you want to see. Once aligned, select a target through the SynScan app and the telescope moves towards it automatically. Motorised tracking then keeps the object in view as the Earth turns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat tracking is especially valuable at higher magnification. Instead of continually nudging Saturn or Jupiter back into the eyepiece, you can concentrate on the moments of steady atmosphere when the finest detail suddenly snaps into view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the Sky-Watcher 127\/1500 AZ-Go2 Explorer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain optics\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent contrast and resolving capability for detailed visual astronomy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutstanding Moon and planet viewing\u003c\/strong\u003e — explore Saturn's rings, Jupiter's belts and moons, Venus's phases, Mars and intricate lunar detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1500mm focal length\u003c\/strong\u003e — ideally suited to bringing smaller astronomical targets closer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60x and 150x included\u003c\/strong\u003e — two genuinely useful magnifications from the supplied 25mm and 10mm eyepieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWi-Fi GoTo finding\u003c\/strong\u003e — choose a target through the SynScan app and let the motorised mount point the telescope towards it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic tracking\u003c\/strong\u003e — keeps your target in view while you observe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Maksutov design\u003c\/strong\u003e — long focal length without a long optical tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUseful deep-sky capability\u003c\/strong\u003e — explore bright globular clusters, planetary nebulae, double stars and other selected deep-sky objects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmartphone adapter included\u003c\/strong\u003e — adds a simple way to experiment with capturing suitable bright targets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless-steel tripod\u003c\/strong\u003e — provides a solid observing platform.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5-year Sky-Watcher warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Can You See?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 127mm Maksutov gives the Solar System centre stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaturn is one of astronomy's unforgettable sights. Its ring system is clearly separated from the planet, and the Cassini Division between the main rings can become visible when atmospheric conditions are steady.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJupiter offers an entirely different view. Its four bright Galilean moons continually change position around the planet, while the main equatorial cloud belts are clearly visible and finer atmospheric features can emerge during good seeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMars becomes most rewarding when it is favourably positioned and closer to Earth, when its polar region and darker surface markings may become visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVenus shows no surface features through a telescope, but its changing phases — from a small fuller disc to a larger crescent — provide a striking demonstration of its orbit around the Sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the Moon can keep you observing for years. Craters that appear almost flat under a high Sun become dramatically sculpted by shadow near the lunar terminator, revealing crater rims, central mountains, valleys and ridges in remarkable detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond the planets, bright double stars, compact clusters, planetary nebulae and brighter deep-sky objects broaden the observing considerably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGoTo That Lets You Concentrate on the View\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AZ-Go2 system doesn't simply tell you where an object is. The motorised mount actually moves the telescope towards the selected target and then tracks it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the mount is aligned, use the SynScan app on a compatible smartphone or tablet to choose what you want to observe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is particularly useful with a telescope capable of 150x straight out of the box. At higher magnification objects cross the eyepiece more quickly, so automatic tracking means more time studying the view and less time repositioning the telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also makes sharing the telescope easier — Saturn can still be sitting in the eyepiece when the next person steps up for a look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Sky-Watcher 127\/1500 AZ-Go2 particularly good for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Moon and planets are major strengths. Its 127mm Maksutov optics and long 1500mm focal length are ideal for observing Saturn, Jupiter, Mars, Venus and detailed lunar features, while its aperture also gives you worthwhile access to brighter deep-sky objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the 127\/1500 AZ-Go2 suitable as a first telescope?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It has enough optical performance to remain rewarding well beyond the beginner stage, while the GoTo mount makes finding and tracking objects considerably easier for someone starting out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I really see Saturn's rings and detail on Jupiter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Saturn's rings are clearly visible, while Jupiter shows its four major moons and prominent cloud belts. Under good atmospheric conditions, additional planetary detail can become visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the telescope find and track objects automatically?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Once aligned, select an object in the SynScan app and the motorised mount moves towards it. It then continues tracking the object as the sky moves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the telescope require power?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The AZ-Go2 mount can be powered by a compatible 12V DC supply or AA batteries. Neither is supplied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSky-Watcher technologies included: - \u003ca title=\"More info on Sky-Watchere technologies\" href=\"https:\/\/telescopes.net.nz\/pages\/sky-watcher-technologies\"\u003eClick here for more details\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/skywatcheraustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/icon-freedom-find.jpg\" alt=\"Freedom Find\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/skywatcheraustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/icon-bright-star-alignment.jpg\" alt=\"icon bright star alignment\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/skywatcheraustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/icon-collapsible.jpg\" alt=\"icon collapsible\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/skywatcheraustralia.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/icon-synscan-goto.jpg\" alt=\"icon synscan goto\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty - \u003c\/span\u003e5 Year Limited Warranty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaksutov Cassegrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e127mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1500mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF\/Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF\/11.8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighest Practical Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e256x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinder Scope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed Dot Finder*\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25″ 90 degree\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEyepieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25″ Super Possl 25 and 10mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAZ-Go2 Mount Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWi-Fi GOTO (\u003cspan dir=\"ltr\" class=\"ui-provider a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\"\u003eOptional SynScan Hand Controller\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esold separately\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC12V Voltage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.3kg Mount Weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC Motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's In the Box:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAZ-Go2 Mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmartphone Adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 and 25mm Super Plossl Eyepieces – 1.25″ Barrel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e90° Diagonal – 1.25″ Barrel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed Dot Finderscope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower Requirement: 12v DC Power Supply (Tip Positive, not supplied) or AA Batteries (not supplied)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless Steel Tripod with Accessory Tray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownLoad\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/Manual_go2_Explorer_-_Maksutov.pdf?v=1758163850\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload the Maksutov Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sky-Watcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42414598717488,"sku":"SW127MAK-AZGO2","price":1429.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/8960\/1584\/files\/Sky-Watcher-127-1500_Makustov_Cassegrain_Telesocpe_-AZ-Go2_Explorer.webp?v=1761705973"}],"url":"https:\/\/telescopes.net.nz\/collections\/cassegrain-telescopes.oembed","provider":"Telescopesnz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}