Celestron NexStar Evolution 8 EdgeHD Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope with 1.25" Eyepiece and Filter Kit

Over the years, the NexStar Evolution 8 EdgeHD, Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope with StarSense has continually evolved, merging our top-tier optics with our most advanced technology to create an incredibly versatile and portable telescope system. Now, you can experience the power of EdgeHD 8" optics and StarSense AutoAlign on the renowned Evolution mount, all controlled from your preferred tablet or smartphone.

The innovative NexStar Evolution 8 HD offers the convenience of controlling the telescope wirelessly via the SkyPortal app. With the addition of StarSense AutoAlign, the telescope automatically aligns itself once you tap "Connect and Align," making observing and astro-imaging a breeze. This compact yet mechanically robust setup is the most capable, user-friendly, and ready-for-action system we've ever offered.

The NexStar Evolution 8HD combines two of Celestron's most acclaimed innovations: Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes and computerized go-to optics, in a compact single fork arm mount. Over time, we've added StarSense AutoAlign for our go-to telescopes, as well as Wi-Fi telescope control via our new SkyPortal app. Our EdgeHD flat-field and coma-free astro-imaging systems have been designed to accommodate modern imaging with all types of cameras, especially larger format CCD and DSLR cameras.

The NexStar Evolution 8HD is a comprehensive solution that is compact, easy to use, and perfectly capable for any observing or astro-imaging pursuit. Our StarSense AutoAlign technology has been integrated into the SkyPortal app, making it the most advanced telescope control app available. StarSense not only automatically aligns itself from your smart device, but it also offers advanced mount modeling, allowing you to enter up to 10 alignment points for the most precise pointing accuracy possible.

If you're interested in astro-imaging, the 8-inch NexStar Evolution HD is an excellent choice. It's the only fork-mounted telescope in its price range that offers brass worm gears, along with improved motors. The flat-field, coma-free EdgeHD optical system provides excellent tracking and allows you to capture stunning images of deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula by simply attaching your DSLR camera.

The NexStar Evolution is equipped with 4 auxiliary ports, a StarPointer Pro finderscope, two 1.25" Plossl eyepieces, a 1.25" star diagonal, and an international AC adapter. The free SkyPortal app provides an interactive planetarium on your smart device, offering the best star-gazing experience for you and your friends and family. Learn about celestial objects with informative backstories and beautiful image galleries, then see them for yourself through the telescope!