Celestron NexStar 102 SLT, 102mm (4") diameter Refractor Telescope with Motorized Altazimuth Mount & 4,000+ Object Database

2022-05-09T12:03:50

As a starter telescope, it is way better than what I expected to arrive. My only "issue" would be that the telescope does not rotate as quickly as I'd like even at max speed but aside from that it works great! Definitely worth the buy

Jose G.

2022-03-11T08:06:22

Ordered my telescope which was on back order but I got it sooner than I thought I would. Set up was easy and I love searching the stars.

ROBERT H.

2021-03-26T08:57:25

I recommend the scope for lunar and planetary photography. For those who are comfortable taking longer exposures, it is acceptable for deep space as well.

Ernest L.

2017-03-20T16:48:19

Amazing telescope! Crisp image. Easy alignment. Intuitive controls. I am very happy with my choice of purchase.

Darin G.

2017-01-01T10:40:54

This scope requires 3 stars to align for the computer to work. The telescope must be level. I have had this scope about 3 yrs now and I still have not been able to balance this scope. Other then what I have said, The optics are good for a beginner.

DOUGLAS F.

2014-12-29T19:00:00

This is my first telescope and I am very pleased with it. The clarity is amazing and when dialed in correctly will follow an object through the sky the entire night. Of course I'm usually bouncing around and checking out several sights so I don't zero in on just one thing for long periods of time. But you can return to an object with ease which I have done many times. Honestly, this telescope has not disappointed at all; it's easy to transport, easy to set up and easy to use. Hope you enjoy!

space m.

2013-05-11T21:00:00

Purchased additional camera mount but too much wobble when pressing shutter button. Able to view Saturn and rings with 15MM lens. Starfinder lens takes getting used to but must be aligned properly to work correctly. Good beginner scope!

Silver_Buff

2013-02-12T19:00:00

I use the scope to watch the space station and the moon. This is my first telescope, and other than the sightscope giving me a feeling it has a short, its wonderful. I will add The software provided seems old and feel the instruction book could use a major overhaul. It would be nice if the cord to update the Nextar firmware was provided instead of being an antiquated extra part. This is my first telescope EVER and well, it doesn't just come out of the box ready to go. Overall, a good buy, BUT again more information should be included.

Twotablesnotime

2012-02-26T19:00:00

I'm using it for travel Great is automatic pointing Not so great is vibration, extra weight helps Best regards from Germany to Peter @ Adorama

Dr R.

2011-10-25T21:00:00

This is a fantastic deal for a refractor telescope. This is my 6th telescope. I have newts and schmits.My best schmit is a c8in and nwt is a 12in. This is my first refractor. I always wanted one but cost for aperture was was too expensive.The slt 102 seemed worth a try. I am so happy I did. I wanted a good grab and go and this is it. I already had a good 2in diagonal and put that in it right away. So i'm not gonna trash the 1.25 that comes with scope.I read bad comments about the star finder scope and have to say maybe these people got a different finder scope. I love mine. Works great! For twice the money you can't do better!

TOD R.

2011-10-16T21:00:00

GoTo is not perfect but gets me close. Wish I could afford a bigger telescope but I think this is a good choice for the price.

DEBORAH H.

2011-09-16T21:00:00

This is a fantastic telescope for a beginner or experienced astronomer. By upgrading the eyepieces and diagonal you'll get a high quality observing instrument. Beginners will have a small learning curve but once you understand the controls you'll be able to tour the universe. I have many telescopes from Celestron and they're are all large 11". This 102mm is highly portable and is a joy to use. I rate is 5 stars!

Henry M.

2011-01-11T19:00:00

SLT handpiece light flickers on and off after a while, making a torch neccessary for using it. View is very limited with supllied eyepieces. Unstable. Hard to focus due to instability. Basically, the SLT doesn't work, we can never find 3 bright stars that it recognises. It is a kids toy product, buy something else!

bigeye

2010-05-09T21:00:00

I found the scope simple to setup and simple to align and stayed in alignment pretty well. The optics seem to be of good quality for the price and the goto feature is just wonderful. The focus knob is too close to the main eyepiece causing a more unstable image as my finger bumps into into the diagonal after a 1/4 turn. A glow in the dark bubble mount would have been a nice touch as well.

GalaxyGax

2009-02-06T19:00:00

very new at this....havent used my scope alot...just trying to figure it out

skullfet

2009-01-20T19:00:00

We are just getting started with this telescope, We need more moonl

tom