Telescopes & Astronomy

The Celestron NexStar Evolution 8 is a WiFi-enabled 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope that lets you explore the night sky using your smartphone or tablet with the free SkyPortal app. Featuring a built-in rechargeable lithium-iron battery for up to 10 hours of observing, precision brass worm gear tracking, and StarBright XLT coatings, it delivers stunning views and astroimaging capability in a portable, user-friendly package.

• Explore the Universe and control your NexStar Evolution telescope with the free Celestron SkyPortal app for iOS and Android!
• Compact, portable 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube with StarBright XLT optical coatings and Fastar compatibility
• Computerized GoTo mount with high-performance brass worm gears and motors for improved tracking accuracy, along with reduced gear backlash
• Rechargeable lithium-iron battery with enough power for 10 hours of continuous observing
• Improved industrial design with manual clutches and integrated carry handles, plus the added convenience of two accessory trays and a USB charge port for your smart device

• Explore the Universe and control your NexStar Evolution telescope with the free Celestron SkyPortal app for iOS and Android!
• Compact, portable 6-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube with StarBright XLT optical coatings and Fastar compatibility
• Computerized GoTo mount with high-performance worm gears and motors for improved tracking accuracy, along with reduced gear backlash
• Rechargeable lithium-iron battery with enough power for 10 hours of continuous observing
• Improved industrial design with manual clutches and integrated carry handles, plus the added convenience of two accessory trays and a USB charge port for your smart device

NOTE: 

The recommended solar filters for this scope for solar observing are;

the Orion 185 mm (7.17") Glass Solar Filter (Product No. 125081) or

the Meade Glass White Light Solar Filter 172 - 180 mm (Product No. 125918).

• Manual German equatorial mount with setting circles - to locate and track sky objects
• Adjustable, full height steel tripod with deluxe accessory tray
• Quick and easy no-tool setup
• Accessories include a 20mm and 10mm eyepiece, and a finderscope

• 5-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.
• Fully automated GoTo mount with database of 40,000+ celestial objects automatically locates and tracks objects for you.
• SkyAlign technology gets your telescope aligned and ready to observe in minutes. Even if you’re unfamiliar with the night sky, you can easily align your telescope on any three bright objects.
• Unique single fork arm design and sturdy steel tripod all break down into separate components for easy transport and quick assembly.

NOTE:  For solar observing we recommend the Astrozap Glass Solar Filter (Product No. 124466) for use on this telescope.

• Manual German equatorial mount with setting circles - to accurately locate and track sky objects
• Adjustable, full height steel tripod with deluxe accessory tray
• Quick and easy no-tool setup
• Accessories include a 20mm and 10mm eyepiece, a finderscope, and a motor drive
• Motor drive automatically tracks celestial objects as they appear to move across the night sky
• Download Starry Night Basic Software with a 36,000 object database, printable sky maps and enhanced images including 3D renderings of stars, exoplanets, and galaxies

• Wifi compatible
• Compact, portable 5-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube with StarBright XLT optical coatings
• Computerized GoTo mount with high-performance worm gears and motors for improved tracking accuracy, along with reduced gear backlash
• Rechargeable lithium-iron phosphate battery with enough power for 10 hours of continuous observing
• Improved industrial design with manual clutches and integrated carry handles, plus the added convenience of two accessory trays and a USB charge port for your smart device

NOTE:  For solar observing we recommend the Astrozap Glass Solar Filter (Product No. 124466) for use on this telescope.

• Celestron’s top-performing altazimuth telescope system, the CPC Deluxe HD is a favorite among experienced amateur astronomers and the preferred telescope of Stephen Hawking
• 11-inch EdgeHD optical tube provides stunning views and sharp astroimages free of visual defects
• NexStar+ hand control and internal GPS guides users through the simple SkyAlign setup and features a 40,000+ object database
• Sturdy dual fork arm mount with upgraded gears and motors anchors the telescope for superior tracking and pointing accuracy
• Ready for serious astroimaging, CPC Deluxe HD features All-Star Polar Alignment and Permanently Programmable Periodic Error Correction when equipped with the HD Pro Wedge

• 6” (150 mm) f/5 optical design gives excellent wide field views
• Parabolic primary mirror minimizes spherical aberration to produce a better image
• Integer gear ratios and permanently programmable Periodic Error Correction eliminates recurring track errors from the worm gear
• New motors offer improved tracking performance & provide more power to overcome load imbalances
• Updated industrial design offers more rigidity, less flexure and improved aesthetics
• New design allows viewing or imaging across the meridian without interference from the motors housings
• Improved latitude range, can be used between 7 – 77° latitude
• Improved electronics contain increased memory for future expansion
• NexStar+ hand control offers multiple language programming (English, French, Italian, German, Spanish)

• Celestron’s iconic “orange tube” design is updated with all the latest features to provide the best stargazing experience for beginners and experienced observers alike.
• 6-inch aperture with excellent light-gathering ability provides impressive views of the Moon and planets, along with deep sky objects like the Orion Nebula, while retaining a compact form factor.
• Fully automated GoTo mount with database of 40,000+ celestial objects automatically locates and tracks objects for you.
• SkyAlign technology gets your telescope aligned and ready to observe in minutes. Even if you’re unfamiliar with the night sky, you can easily align your telescope on any three bright objects.
• Unique single fork arm design and sturdy steel tripod all break down into separate components for easy transport and quick assembly.

NOTE: The recommended solar filters for this scope for solar observing are;

- the Orion 185 mm (7.17") Glass Solar Filter (Product No. 125081)

- the Meade Glass White Light Solar Filter 172 - 180 mm (Product No. 125918).