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Celestron Piggyback Mount for All 5, 6, 8, 11, 9.25 and 11" Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescopes

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Key Features

  • Capture stunning astrophotos with this Celestron piggyback mount, designed for stability.
  • Easily attach your camera to Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes for wide-field astrophotography.
  • Enjoy a secure and balanced setup, perfect for long-exposure deep-sky astrophotography sessions.
  • Maximize your telescope's versatility; use this mount for both visual and photographic astronomy.
  • Achieve pinpoint stars with a rigid connection, minimizing vibrations during astrophotography.
  • Compatible with various Celestron telescope models, including 5, 6, 8, and 9.25-inch scopes.
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ARASH B : What is the application of the mount? If I use wide-angle lens the telescope itself is in the view. And it's not sturdy enough for telephoto lens. So what kind of setup can be used with the mount?GREGORY L : Celestron used to make a metal version of this that was much better. This plastic version is much more flimsy as you point out. A small light point and shoot camera might work and have an effective focal length long enough to keep your telescope out of the view.Randall S : I got it to use on a Celestron SCT 8" but never used for a DSLR but rather went on to dedicated astrophotography cameras. Sorry I can't help.
ARASH B : What is the application of the mount? If I use wide-angle lens the telescope itself is in the view. And it's not sturdy enough for telephoto lens. So what kind of setup can be used with the mount?DAVID C : Not much. I bought it but it’s worthless.Carl W : I am sorry to tell you that the person that purchased this item has since passed away.PETE B : IMO...ya need some kind of dovetail bar with a camera mount for it. otelescope dot com might just have what ya need. Get their phone number of the web page and give them a call. Very helpful with me on the mount I was looking for 80mm refactor to put on top my CPC1000 Celestron.
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2024-07-20T10:38:08

Rated 5 out of 5

Great sturdy mount.

Simple to install. It is a great way to mount the ASIair+.

CURTIS W.

2021-08-10T14:33:04

Rated 5 out of 5

Great addition for deep sky photography.

Nice addition to my 8" SCT. Enables me to use my camera and shorter focal length camera lens to photograph larger deep space objects too large for my SCT focal length while taking advantage of the tracking capability of my mount.

DONALD M.

2020-06-05T11:32:33

Rated 5 out of 5

Not just for Celestron

I needed something to hold a DSLR on a non Celestron 6" newtonian. It is doing the job. Also, shipping was quick.

Nicholas G.

2019-05-02T11:16:58

Rated 5 out of 5

piggy back mount

Nice unit. It allowed me to mount a Celestron C-90 to my Nexstar 9.25 inch telescope to use as a auxiliary. Good solid piece.

Shaun G.

2018-10-28T14:27:35

Rated 4 out of 5

Well made but not quite as sturdy as I would like.

Bracket is well made and attaches to my Edge HD 800 well. I was trying to use with a C90 spotting scope and the bracket was a little too flimsy for the 4 lbs scope and slow speed controls. Would probably be more suitable for a lighter weight camera.

Matthew D.

2018-09-13T18:03:47

Rated 5 out of 5

Works as expected

Even though I make most of my own telescopes, optics and all, I have a Celestron C-8 that I use mainly for birding. However it's still an astronomical scope so it's quite capable of doing astrophotography if you have the standard fork mount or some sort of tracking mount. The standard fork mount can handle the change in balance up to my 300 mm f/4 L. (Sony camera though). If you use a telephoto, I'd suggest a telephoto with a collar but otherwise worked great. The Lagoon in Sagittarius shows up nicely even with a 28 mm lens. With reasonable polar alignment, the Celestron tracks flawlessly for 30 seconds even without guiding. So if you have a Celestron and want to play with it doing astrophotography, this is a cheap, reliable, simple and best of all fun solution. If we get lucky and get a bright comet, you'll love it.

George W.

2018-09-11T18:10:04

Rated 5 out of 5

Wide-angle astrophotography made simple!

Celestron never fails to amaze with their high quality products. I purchased this piggyback adapter for my Celestron CGEM II 11 inch Schmitt Cassegrain telescope when using my DSLR camera for wide-angle astrophotography. This adapter is perfect for using your camera's long exposure setting while also utilizing the tracking capabilities of your telescope's mount. The adapter is made of a high impact material which remains solid while mounting a camera and does not contain any sharp edges that would scratch your expensive optical instrument. The adapter also contains a padded surface for the bottom of your camera as well as a standard threaded camera bolt that will thread into any camera containing a standard threaded hole on the bottom. The threaded camera bolt stays attached to the adapter and can be easily tightened with your finger tips. If you want to pass-on the tracking capabilities of your telescope to your wide angle camera, this piggyback adapter is for you.

Vincent A.

2018-07-11T18:39:01

Rated 5 out of 5

Camera mount

Searching many web sites for a quality camera mount for my telescope, this one is easy to mount, easy to load your camera and does what it is intended to do, hold your camera safely. A bonus is that it does not break the bank either. I would recommend it.

William C.

2018-07-06T11:40:52

Rated 5 out of 5

Celestron Piggyback Camera Mount

Works as advertised.

David C.

2018-03-02T18:28:56

Rated 5 out of 5

Seems to be made well.

It works as described.

CHRISTOPHER A.

2017-10-19T17:53:44

Rated 5 out of 5

good fit to 1986 orange tube C-8

mounting fit fine to tube. had to modify bracket slightly at tube has 8 x 35 finder scope , telrad and now camera mount. I was able to overlap THE University spotter scope cutting away a bit of the raised shoulder on front face of the mount mount. I mounted a light camera Sony A6000 so reducing strength was not an issue.

J.Peter F.

2017-09-24T09:58:04

Rated 2 out of 5

I'm sure this will do what I hope. IF I ever get the telescope I ordered for it to go on.

Bad timing I gather. Sure will be fun to play with but not a lot of value without the telescope I ordered at the same time.

DARRELL M.

2017-09-06T12:35:40

Rated 5 out of 5

Very Stable

This is a great mount for your camera as it is able to be perched on your telescope and will track where the scope goes. A nice addition for your astrophotography.

Wayne W.

2017-03-22T08:42:09

Rated 4 out of 5

My Review

It mounted to the scope with no problems. Attaching the camera correctly. Now using it for it purpose...... well that a different matter. I live in Michigan..... and if the sun comes out and the temp is above 60 at night, it's summertime. As I write this 12:41pm March 22 2016 the sun is shining and it's 30 degrees. But i have faith I won't have any problems with it.

PETE B.

2017-01-07T05:09:08

Rated 5 out of 5

All is Great

Accurate description, fast delivery, and great price!

ANDREW B.

2017-01-04T11:10:31

Rated 5 out of 5

The title for this product is very descriptive. For me, no other details were required to make an informed purchase.

This quality of this product is very good, and the instructions were well written. It didn't quite fit my older 11-inch SCT, but I can't fault Celestron or Adorama for that; therefore 5 stars for product quality. Very quickly I was able to modify the mount/ adapter to make it work on my scope. It is very sturdy, even with a 75-300mm lens on my camera. So, overall, I'm very pleased with my purchase.

Joseph W.

2016-10-26T15:15:18

Rated 5 out of 5

Good price installed on my C8

Works as described but would not hold my guider scope tite enough

Eric C.

2013-07-03T21:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

not a great fit for CPC-800

Delivery was quick but this item does not fit well on the CPC-800. The curvature is too small and there is very little room for mounting a camera along with the finder scope. The extension designed for the larger scopes (12-14") doesn't seem to help either. The CPC-800s have a plastic ring around the back end of the OTA. It may work for some, but I will not be using this attachment. For what it's worth the finder scope that came with the scope did not mount 'as advertised' either but I was able to make it work. If you really want to mount your SLR to the telescope this will work, though you might have to sacrifice your finder scope or do some rearranging.

LOUIS J.

2013-01-16T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Good Product

Works great !

Garry S.

2011-01-13T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

do the work

I bought it to piggyback my camera onto my Celestron telescope. Works OK but you need to tighten the screw to avoid the mount moving around. It came with an adapter for some other Celestron telescope

Francois B.

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FEATURED REVIEWS

Great sturdy mount.

By CURTIS W.

Simple to install. It is a great way to mount the ASIair+.

Great addition for deep sky photography.

By DONALD M.

Nice addition to my 8" SCT. Enables me to use my camera and shorter focal length camera lens to photograph larger deep space objects too large for my SCT focal length while taking advantage of the tracking capability of my mount.

From the renowned brand Celestron comes the Piggyback Mount, a must-have accessory for all astronomy enthusiasts and deep-sky astrophotography aficionados. This durable and sturdy mount is specifically designed to securely attach your camera and its lens to the top of your Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope, enhancing your celestial observation experience.

The Piggyback Mount's versatile design not only facilitates easy attachment of your camera but also allows you to fit your NeXStar telescope's Star Pointer on top. This unique feature enables you to navigate your telescope with precision while simultaneously conducting astrophotography, making it an easy-to-use tool for both beginners and seasoned astronomers.

Constructed with high-quality materials, this mount is compatible with all Celestron 5, 6, 8, 11, 9.25, and 11-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes. The Celestron Piggyback Mount is designed to provide a stable and secure fit, ensuring your equipment is safe while you explore the wonders of the night sky.

Whether you're capturing breathtaking images of distant galaxies or observing the intricate details of celestial bodies, the Celestron Piggyback Mount is an essential tool for every astrophotography setup.

Celestron Piggyback Mount for Celestron 5, 6, 8, 11, 9.25 & 11" SCT Telescopes Features

  • Durable and sturdy Piggyback Mount designed for deep-sky astrophotography
  • Compatible with all Celestron 5, 6, 8, 11, 9.25, and 11-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes
  • Unique design allows for simultaneous navigation and astrophotography
  • Facilitates secure attachment of camera and its lens to the telescope
  • Accommodates NeXStar telescope's Star Pointer for precise navigation
  • High-quality construction from a reputable brand, Celestron, known for optical equipment

Warranty Information

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

Key Features

  • Capture stunning astrophotos with this Celestron piggyback mount, designed for stability.
  • Easily attach your camera to Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes for wide-field astrophotography.
  • Enjoy a secure and balanced setup, perfect for long-exposure deep-sky astrophotography sessions.
  • Maximize your telescope's versatility; use this mount for both visual and photographic astronomy.
  • Achieve pinpoint stars with a rigid connection, minimizing vibrations during astrophotography.
  • Compatible with various Celestron telescope models, including 5, 6, 8, and 9.25-inch scopes.

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