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Celestron NexStar 6 SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope, Bundle with Night Vision Flash Light, Sky Maps Book, 1.25" Moon Filter, Cleaning Kit

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  • Celestron NexStar 6 SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope
    Celestron NexStar 6 SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope
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  • Celestron Night Vision Flashlight
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  • Celestron Sky Maps Book, Planisphere
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Key Features

  • Explore deep space with the NexStar 6 SE telescope's impressive 150mm aperture.
  • Enjoy exceptional views with premium StarBright XLT optical coatings for bright images.
  • Computerized mount quickly locates 40,000+ celestial objects for easy stargazing.
  • Perfect for astronomy enthusiasts; delivers 60x magnification with included eyepiece.
  • Stable single fork arm mount & steel tripod ensures steady views during observation.
  • Portable design makes this Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope ideal for backyard or travel.
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Questions & Answers

ANITA W : Where on the telescope can I plug in an alternate power source to use instead of batteries?MICHAEL R : There is 12 volt adapter female receptacle on the base. Check online for the proper wire. Typically one end is a 12 V car type cigarette light socket and the other a round adapter type end. Portable car battery jumpers with 12V outlets are typically used to supply power. CElestron and/or telescope dealers can help with the right cord.NEHA D : Directly underneath the hand control, to the left of the power switch, you will find a silver port that you can plug in a 12V power adapter to.JUSTAL B : Celestron makes an AC adapter to allow you to operate your telescope. It will plug into the base. Part #18778
RUSSELL J. N : Does this package telescope come with the XLT coating? The regular telescope (Non-package) states the coating present.MICHAEL N : I do think that all of the orange models have the coatings, including this telescope that comes with the Starbright XLT coating.You can check in the tech specs for it on the Celestron web site. At the time I bought the telescope Adorama had the best price . One crisp clear night I was able to see Jupiter, of course with some additional eyepieces! This telescope has fantastic images of the moon. Hope this helps.IAN F : As I am not aware that CELESTRON manufactures without their Starbrite coating I must assume that my 6SE had this coating. Certainly the optics were always crisp and bright. The manual also refers to this coating. As this is not a definitive answer I would call Celestron. They are most helpful.
Shopper : how meters long can we see with this type?LISA H : A long, long way! I'm far from expert, but I have seen Saturn, Jupiter, and four of Jupiter's moons with no problem. They're small, but you can see them. Hope this helps.JOEL L : If the question is "how far can I see with this telescope?" the simple answer is that this is a good astronomical telescope in a suitable mount for that purpose. Depending sky conditions,you can see the moon, planets and deep sky objects. The six inch front end gathers far more light than you will see with your naked eye so fainter objects will be visible. It has a focal length of 1500mm. Divide that by the focal length of the eye piece lens you insert o get the magnification so a 10mm lens will yield 150 power but the usable power will depend on how clear and stable the air is. You could use this for terrestrial purposes BUT the atmospheric conditions will be a major limiting factor. Mirage, moving air, etc. will limit its use. The mount also limits movement since it is set up for astronomical use. If your intention is bird watching or general nature watching then buy a good pair of binoculars, 7x35, 8x40 or if you will be using them in poor light buy 7x50 glasses. Always read the reviews first.

Reviews about this item

Review Summary

2025-03-19T12:58:12

Rated 5 out of 5

Great used purchase and like new

I purchased this complete combination in March of 2025. The scope was delivered safely contained in its two original boxes and everything was like new condition. Great job guys!

Raymond W.

2024-01-08T07:13:06

Rated 5 out of 5

Nice Scope

Great product has performed amazing so far.

Michelle A.

2023-11-03T04:29:02

Rated 5 out of 5

Great OTA, decent goto. Don't bother with batteries.

Great scope! I used to have a 10 inch dob, so I was looking for something with a large aperture, but would be more portable. It also has been sometime since I had done any star gazing so the goto features are really nice. A word of caution, do not even bother using AA batteries. You won't get more then an hour out of a set, they just can't maintain the proper voltage and the scope will do all kinds of crazy things and point in the wrong directions. Once I got a power tank, alignment was super easy and the goto has been working well. I wouldn't recommend it for a complete beginner because so far I have need to do small manual adjustments, but I came into with those expectations.

JOSHUA B.

2022-12-21T02:28:21

Rated 5 out of 5

Nexstar 4se

Great little telescope. Aligning red dot finder was much easier than with larger tubes, and good luck of having a full moon the first night we used it). 3 object auto align worked great.

WILLIAM K.

2022-12-17T07:54:59

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent "go-to" telescope.

Wonderful picture. Works great!

PARKER M.

2022-09-29T09:22:03

Rated 5 out of 5

Celestron Telescope

The Celestron telescope and accessories are awesome.

RICHARD B.

2022-08-12T13:35:42

Rated 4 out of 5

Highly Recommended for Beginners!

Likes: -Set up only takes 10-20 minutes. -Eye pieces are well-crafted and the main mirror allows for clear views. -Ability to automatically slew to objects in the sky with the touch of a button. -Celestron carrying case is great for all of the small accessories. Dislikes: -Telescope stand isn't sturdy enough to prevent vibration or shaking. Unfortunately, this makes it difficulty to fully enjoy the image you are looking at. There are vibration pads for purchase, but you would think this would be built into the stand from the start (especially with the price you are paying). -Too many items/pieces to bring when going out to a viewing site, so not as portable. Any cases online are very overpriced also.

Samson P.

2022-07-24T09:30:49

Rated 4 out of 5

Fantastic Telescope for Beginners

One of the best things I have purchased in a long time. I've had it for a year now and absolutely LOVE going to dark sky places and able to set up this scope while camping. At a dark sky site, the Andromeda Galaxy & Orion Nebula look stunning. You can see the planets in the scope from anywhere and both jupiter & saturn look absolutely great as well. Globular Clusters look great in the scope as well. However the only complain as I have is having to buy so many extra accessories-like the GPS unit-wish it would have been included in the scope for the price of it. (you don't have to buy it but it helps the set up process a lot quicker).

Leo P.

2022-06-13T16:21:14

Rated 5 out of 5

NexStar 6SE

Wow just Wow, I tried to save some Dollars over the 8 inch model and though I would regret getting the 6 Inch model over the 8 inch Model! NOPE Not One BIT, Mind you Im 66 yrs old and was looking for a lighter weight package with good performance! and to save some money also so i bought this and added some extra goodies with the money I saved! No Regrets Here. This thing is a real sweet spot! Easy to transport and take apart and setup and has real good optics! I just Love It and Think it will Last Last me years to come!

MAX T.

2022-06-13T16:05:32

Rated 5 out of 5

6 inch Power House

I couldn't be happier with my purchase as for bang for the buck, I have been nothing but impressed by its performance and the ability to computer control this unit remotely with the wifi-module is nothing but impressive, although I feel somewhat Lazy and think I should learn more about the sky's also, I do have an older model EQ mount and intend to use it some also in the future and maybe add a good manual scope to my collection, so far this 6 incher has taught me a lot and can see all kinds of stuff including deep sky objects as well , very nicely!

MAX T.

2022-05-24T08:33:39

Rated 5 out of 5

Great product

You must be in the right location to get the full use of it.

Anand S.

2022-05-20T06:21:35

Rated 5 out of 5

Fantastic Scope

Such a fantastic scope for the price. We can't believe what we are able to see with it. Just need to save up for the case so we can safely lug it around on camping trips and to the beach.

Alysa

2022-04-22T13:35:36

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing!

Love it! Amazing gift.

Charles Z.

2022-02-20T18:43:06

Rated 4 out of 5

Good one for amateurs

Would have like a further zooming in option once the star is spotted. Also wish the system had some kind of internal memory to record save settings, you can't keep the battery on as it drains very fast and once you turn off u need to enter the settings every single time. The setting up is very easy and straightforward.

ABHIJIT K.

2022-02-01T08:45:46

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Product, Great Service from Adorama

Beautiful scope. We are thankful to finally have it. We?ve wanted a 6se for quite a while and we?re glad it?s here. The shipping happened fast and the package was in perfect shape when it got here. We took a picture of Orion nebula last night and we?re thrilled! Adorama was awesome to work with. Thanks Adorama!

ACCOUNTS P.

2022-01-30T09:09:36

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Telescope!

Excellent scope. Good for novice or experienced star gazer. Takes a little adjusting once assembled. Highly recommend! Adorama salesperson was very helpful.

PHILLIP W.

2022-01-19T00:32:28

Rated 5 out of 5

Well spent

I knew, buying the Celestron 6SE, I would get good value for the money spent. The telescope was as good as expected. Having lots of interesting astrophoto sessions.

Peter S.

2022-01-16T03:25:21

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent telescope - worth the price

This is an excellent telescope and very easy to set up. We are new to night sky viewing so this computerized telescope makes it easy to learn about and view our night sky. I did have to call tech support as I had a question and they were fantastic! Answered my question and gave me additional information to make our experience even better! I would highly recommend this product.

Carol Z.

2022-01-11T20:44:46

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing telescope and gonna enjoy it for years to come.

This telescope is absolutely amazing I have gotten to view the moon and a few stars and the quality is amazing. Everything came in excellent condition and just very satisfied with it and definitely gonna enjoy this telescope for many years to come and definitely gonna enjoy doing some astrophotography with this telescope. Definitely worth the money for it.

Kenny M.

2022-01-05T07:38:52

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome scope, easy to use and navigate.

Love this telescope. Purchased it for our granddaughter for Xmas and the whole family has been enjoying gazing at the stars, planets, and moon.

DIANE T.

2022-01-02T07:54:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent telescope !

Absolutely wonderful telescope, can't get enough time to use it !!

Bruce C.

2021-11-30T07:22:21

Rated 5 out of 5

Great computerized telescope

Everything looks and works as it should. We?re still figuring some things out, but no disappointments yet.

Eric P.

2021-11-16T07:40:01

Rated 5 out of 5

SUPERBLY SOLID GOTO MOUNT AND SCOPE. PERFECT FOR GRAB AND GO!!

Excellent optics! A great sized grab and go scope! This will go where my larger scopes won't or I won't want to pack up 150 pounds of gear. So this will be a 'frequent flyer.' I've not done more with the mount yet other than power it up and get the feel for it in the house. It is a very stable mount for its size. Initial images sans alignment just for a look through the optics showed zero image shift, both the moon and Jupiter displayed chromatic free images and Jupiter's belts really popped. I would expect, owning about five Celestron GoTo mounts of various sizes, that this will be as exceptional as they are!

BOB C.

2021-09-22T10:10:04

Rated 5 out of 5

Review of the Celestron NextStar 4SE

I received the order swiftly and all the parts were present. The directions for assembly were reasonably straightforward and everything was in good working order. the hand control was already plugged in. One small point to note is that the instructions and pictures all refer to and show an UNDO button on the hand control but it is in fact labeled on the hand control as BACK. The initial alignment of the Finderscope and Telescope could be easily handled in full daylight and the red LED light dot is easily discernible though the variable brightness control has to be turned about half way after clicking on. The Sky Align process must be carried out at night with a clear sky and a wide range of view such as in a local park and away from bright lights which is sometimes difficult to find in a city. In my first viewing session i was able to get a clear view of Saturn showing a band of the rings surrounding it but with no differentiating of the bands, also a good view of Jupiter again without showing details of the weather bands though a filter will help and also could clearly see the four large moons. Views of the Moon were good but the Moon filter is helpful in reducing the glare. The built-in positioning for various objects after setting up SkyAlign works well. Alternatively one can use the Solar System Align to direct the scope to particular solar system objects. So far I am very pleased with the ease of use and capabilities of the telescope.

JAMES T.

2021-09-14T19:15:32

Rated 3 out of 5

Seems Cool, Computer Doesn?t Work

I just ordered this telescope a month ago and hate to leave this review but I?ve run into issues. Unfortunately, the computer that comes with this telescope that I received cannot complete the star alignment process, which is necessary in order to use the telescope. The text that displays on the computer screen is not always readable ? it becomes erratic and the individual characters (letters) don?t display correctly, making the info unreadable. They end up looking like hieroglyphs of some jumbled up lines. We have tried to align this thing multiple times and the star alignment fails whether you select your City as your location or input latitude and longitude. Also, the longitude and longitude format that the computer lets you enter is incorrect ? it doesn?t let you enter the full coordinates for latitude or longitude?! I know this can?t be the case for all of the computers on these telescopes because I?ve read all of the reviews. I feel like the computer I got is faulty and is using technology from the 80?s or 90?s. I?ve reached out to Adorama Support so I?m hoping they can help. But if you?ve run into this issue too - you?re not alone! Hoping for a resolution to this so we can finally use our new telescope.

MICHELE H.

2021-09-08T12:47:15

Rated 5 out of 5

So many great features!!! and well built.

Researched for months and waited even longer to get availability, but worth it. Still got a lot to learn, but so pleased so far. Finally getting the pc interface going with CWPI and it really makes it much easier! Excited about going to a lake just outside of town where the light interference is hopefully less.

ROBERT M.

2021-09-06T11:19:49

Rated 5 out of 5

Two giant planets with a NexStar 4SE

Once I got the finder scope lined up it worked just fine. Last night, with only a one star alignment (Arcturus, alt/az mode) I observed Saturn and its rings, and some bands across the sphere. I little later I observed Jupiter, several bands, and the moons Io, Ganymede, and Europa. It was an extreme pleasure since with my much bigger CGE 2000 almost everything South is blocked by my house. It was a pleasure to once again view the planets. When seeing gets better in the fall I look forward to viewing some star clusters and nebulae.

PHILIP M.

2021-08-31T12:35:50

Rated 5 out of 5

Great New Telescope Of My Dreams

I have always dreamed of having a more powerful and user friendly telescope like the Nexstar 8SE, and its only limitation is its user, me! I am learning more and more about it as I use it, and it is everything I hoped it would be!

GERALD W.

2021-08-26T11:25:08

Rated 5 out of 5

Powerful and portable!

Very nice telescope. Good clear images of planets and more deep space objects than I expected. Transportable yet powerful! A great mix of the 2. Very happy!

KEITH P.

2021-08-19T08:43:16

Rated 4 out of 5

Good scope but mechanically limited

Not a bad scope however the lack of switching to Manuel control does limit it to an experienced amateur

PHILIP I.

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Celestron NexStar SE Specifications

  • Optical Design

    Schmidt-Cassegrain

  • Aperture

    5.91" (150mm)

  • Focal Length

    59" (1500mm)

  • Focal Ratio

    f/10

  • Focal Length of Eyepiece 1

    0.98" (25mm)

  • Magnification of Eyepiece 1

    60x

  • Finderscope

    StarPointer red dot finderscope

  • Star Diagonal

    1.25" Star Diagonal

  • Optical Tube

    Aluminum

  • Highest Useful Magnification

    354x

  • Lowest Useful Magnification

    21x

  • Limiting Stellar Magnitude

    13.4

  • Resolution (Rayleigh)

    0.93 arc seconds

  • Resolution (Dawes)

    0.77 arc seconds

  • Light Gathering Power

    459x (Compared to human eye)

  • Secondary Mirror Obstruction

    2.2" (56mm)

  • Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter

    0.37

  • Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area

    0.14

  • Optical Coatings

    StarBright XLT

  • Mount Type

    Computerized Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm

  • Instrument load capacity

    12 lbs (5.44kg)

  • Height adjustment range

    38 - 56" (965.2 - 1422.4mm) (includes mount and tripod)

  • Tripod leg diameter

    1.5" (38.1mm) Stainless Steel

  • Mount Head Weight

    11 lbs (5kg)

  • Accessory Tray

    Yes

  • Tripod Weight

    9 lbs (4.08kg)

  • Slew Speeds

    9 slew speeds - max speed 5 Degree /second

  • Tracking Rates

    Sidereal, Solar and Lunar

  • Tracking Modes

    Alt-Az, EQ North and EQ South

  • Dovetail Compatibility

    CG-5 dovetail

  • Number of Auxiliary Ports

    1x AUX Port

  • Autoguide Port

    Yes

  • USB Port

    Yes, Hand Control input

  • Power Requirements

    8-AA batteries (not included) and 12 VDC-750 mA (Tip positive)

  • Motor Drive

    DC servo motors

  • Alignment Procedures

    SkyAlign, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Auto 2-Star Align, Solar System Align, EQ North / EQ South Alignment (EQ align requires an equatorial wedge)

  • Periodic Error Correction

    No

  • Computerized Hand Control

    Double line, 18 character Liquid Crystal Display with 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons

  • NexStar+ Database

    40,000 objects, 200 user defined programmable objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objects

  • Software

    Celestron Starry Night Special Edition Software and SkyPortal App

  • Battery Info

    Optional, not included

  • Battery Material

    -

  • Battery Type

    AA

  • Battery Quantity

    8

  • Dimensions (Dia. x L)

    7.1 x 16" (181 x 406mm)

  • Weight

    Optical Tube: 8 lbs (3.6kg)
    Total: 21 lbs (9.5kg)

  • UPC Codes

    846431024648, 050234935883, 050234941198, 050234110686, 050234937221, 840014139958

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68 Accessories for Celestron NexStar 6 SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope, Bundle with Night Vision Flash Light, Sky Maps Book, 1.25" Moon Filter, Cleaning Kit

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Excellent - met all my all expectations!

By ahonkan

I am an amateur astronomy enthusiast who always wanted a go-to computerized scope. Celestron Nexstar 6SE met all my needs and expectations - the scope quality is fabulous, the tripod is sturdy, the setup instructions are accurate and I managed to see more in my first night of using the scope than I ever had - with useful info on the hand-held remote! Looking forward to using it with my laptop.

Excellent all purpose telescope

By Pete

[...] Comes with 6 element 25 mm 1.25" Plossl' eyepiece, 1.25" diagonal, 1.25' visual back, easy to use finderscope, aperture cover, tripod, and accessory/eyepiece tray. Manual and quick start guide are well written. Set-up in minutes. Can use 8 AA batteries or connect an external source via 12 Volt connector (12 Volt car accessory or AC adapters are available as accessories). Since the single fork-arm must power motor(s) and the controller, the AA batteries will not last long if you do a lot...

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An embodiment of high-quality craftsmanship and advanced technology, the Celestron NexStar 6 SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope is your gateway to the cosmos. This innovative telescope, with its iconic orange optical tube, is a tribute to Celestron's rich heritage, while also boasting state-of-the-art features designed for the modern stargazer.

The NexStar 6 SE is equipped with a fully computerized operating system and a flash-upgradeable hand control, offering a user-friendly interface that makes stargazing accessible to all. With the revolutionary SkyAlign telescope alignment software, setting up your telescope is a breeze. Simply input the date, time, and location, then align the telescope with any three bright celestial objects - no need to know their names or positions.

This telescope stands out with its ability to locate nearly 40,000 celestial objects. Just select an object from the menu, and the NexStar 6 SE will find it for you. If you're unsure what to observe, the intelligent Tour feature provides a customized list of the best objects to view based on your exact time and location.

The NexStar 6 SE is more than just a telescope; it's an interactive guide to the night sky. The LCD screen on the hand control can display information about the most popular celestial objects, turning your stargazing session into an educational experience.

This bundle also includes a night vision flashlight, a sky maps book, a 1.25" moon filter, and a cleaning kit, making it a comprehensive package for both seasoned astronomers seeking a portable, feature-rich telescope, and beginners embarking on their astronomy journey.

Experience the universe like never before with the Celestron NexStar 6 SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope, your personal window to the stars.

Celestron NexStar SE Features

  • Celestrons iconic orange tube design is updated with all the latest features to provide the best stargazing experience for beginners and experienced observers alike
  • 6" 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 youre 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

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 24 months for parts and 24 months for labor.

Product Documents

User Manual

Key Features

  • Explore deep space with the NexStar 6 SE telescope's impressive 150mm aperture.
  • Enjoy exceptional views with premium StarBright XLT optical coatings for bright images.
  • Computerized mount quickly locates 40,000+ celestial objects for easy stargazing.
  • Perfect for astronomy enthusiasts; delivers 60x magnification with included eyepiece.
  • Stable single fork arm mount & steel tripod ensures steady views during observation.
  • Portable design makes this Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope ideal for backyard or travel.

What's in the box:

  • Optical Tube
  • 25mm Eyepiece
  • Star Diagonal
  • Star Pointer Finderscope
  • Accessory Tray
  • Single Fork Arm Mount and Tripod
  • Starry Night 8 SE Download Code
  • CPWI Control Software
  • (Battery Not Included)
  • Celestron 2 Year Limited Warranty
  • Bundle Includes:
  • Celestron Night Vision Flash Light
  • Celestron Sky Maps Book (Planisphere)
  • Celestron 1.25" Moon Filter
  • Cleaning Kit