Telescopes & Astronomy

Celestron has reinvented the Dobsonian telescope with StarSense Explorer—the first Dobsonian that uses your smartphone to analyze the night sky and calculate its position in real-time.

Unleash the power of your smartphone to take you on a guided tour of the night

A sturdy, Dobsonian-style base with large diameter bearings and variable altitude tensioning makes it easy to follow the on-screen arrows on your smartphone to your desired target.

The Starsense telscope uses your smartphone as a navigation device only, not to take photos.

NOTE: to protect your scope optics from dust, spiders and other liittle pesky bugs in storage, we recommend the Pegasus 10" Dust cover for the bottom of your scope. (Product Number 126686)

Unleash the power of your smartphone to take you on a guided tour of the night sky—no telescope experience required. Patented, award-winning StarSense sky recognition technology uses your smartphone to analyze star patterns overhead and calculate the telescope’s position in real-time. 

NOTE: to protect your scope optics from dust in storage we recommend the Pegasus 6-8" Dust cover for the bottom of your scope. (Product Number 126685)

Unleash the power of your smartphone to take you on a guided tour of the night sky—no telescope experience required. Patented, award-winning StarSense sky recognition technology uses your smartphone to analyze star patterns overhead and calculate the telescope’s position in real-time. 

NOTE: to protect your scope optics from dust in storage we recommend the Pegasus 6-8" Dust cover for the bottom of your scope. (Product Number 126685)

• Adjusts back-focus between your camera and telescope for the best astroimaging results
• Kit includes 3 spacer rings of different lengths (7.5mm, 12mm, 30mm)
• Threads to your T-Ring and T-Adapter with standard male and female T-Threads

Staff note: this kit provides you with a selection of spacer rings sizes such as 7.5mm and 12mm that are not commonly found elsewhere. 

• 11" HD Optical Tube Assembly
• CGX-L EQ Mount and Tripod
• Celestron’s premium StarBright XLT coatings provide maximum light transmission
• A 9x50 finderscope, 2” mirror diagonal for more comfortable viewing, and wide-angle 23mm Luminos 2" eyepiece are all included

• Optimal Night Vision: A traditional white flashlight can ruin your night vision in an instant. Preserve your eyes’ dark adaptation while navigating your environment safely with this red-only LED headlamp. It minimizes disruption and allows for extended stargazing sessions without eye strain.
• Hands-Free Convenience: Enjoy the freedom of hands-free illumination with this adjustable headlamp. It’s perfect for setting up telescopes, handling star charts, and more.
• Multiple Light Modes: Seamlessly switch between two brightness levels, a blinking light, and an SOS setting.
• Comfortable Fit: The adjustable, ergonomic head strap provides a secure and comfortable fit, ideal for long nights under the stars. And with a 45° adjustable angle, you can direct the light where you want it.
• Long Battery Life: Powered by an efficient LED, this headlamp offers up to 100 hours of continuous use, ensuring reliable performance for all your adventures.
• Versatile and Portable: Perfect for astronomers, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts, this headlamp is a versatile, grab-and-go tool for a variety of nighttime activities.

• USB

• All-Star Polar Alignment

• Flash Upgradeable

• Enjoy wide 82º views with Celestron Luminos Eyepieces.
• Retractable eyecup pops up when you need it, drops down when you don’t.
• Sturdy anodized aluminum barrels are threaded for filters.
• A rubber grip keeps the eyepiece securely in your hands, even when it’s cold or you have gloves on.

• Enjoy wide 82º views with Celestron Luminos Eyepieces.
• Retractable eyecup pops up when you need it, drops down when you don’t.
• Sturdy anodized aluminum barrels are threaded for filters.
• A rubber grip keeps the eyepiece securely in your hands, even when it’s cold or you have gloves on.