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Celestron NexStar 8 SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope
- 8" Aperture Telescope: Excellent light gathering.
- Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope: Compact, powerful optics.
- Computerized Telescope: 40,000+ object database.
- StarBright XLT Coatings: Maximize light transmission.
- Stable Mount: Ensures clear, steady viewing.
Celestron NexStar 6 SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope
- 6" Aperture Telescope: Excellent light gathering.
- Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope: Compact design, great optics.
- Computerized Mount: Easy object location, tracking.
- StarBright XLT Coatings: Maximize light transmission.
- 60x Magnification: Observe celestial objects closely.
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$78.95Value:
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ZWO Seestar S50 50mm f/5 All-In-One Smart Telescope
- 50mm Aperture telescope captures bright, clear images.
- Experience high-quality views with apochromatic optics.
- Smart telescope with easy app control via Wi-Fi.
- Portable telescope with included tripod and case.
- Alt-azimuth mount ensures smooth telescope tracking.
Celestron CGX-L 925 EdgeHD 9.25" Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope
- 9.25" EdgeHD Telescope: Pinpoint stars to edge.
- Celestron CGX-L Mount: Stable platform, 75 lb load.
- StarBright XLT Coatings: Maximize light transmission.
- German Equatorial Mount: Precise tracking accuracy.
- 23mm Luminos Eyepiece: Enjoy wide, clear views.
Celestron Origin 6" f/2.2 Intelligent Observatory Smart Telescope w/Padded Bag
- Capture stunning images with the 6" RASA telescope.
- Enjoy superior optics with StarBright XLT coatings.
- Utilize the integrated dew prevention system.
- Experience easy GoTo altazimuth mount control.
- Benefit from the portable design for field use.
Celestron NexStar 127 SLT 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope
- 127mm Aperture Telescope: Bright, clear images.
- Motorized Mount: Easy object tracking, viewing.
- 4000+ Object Database: Explore the night sky.
- High Magnification Power: See distant details.
- Portable Telescope: Perfect for travel, setup.
Sky-Watcher Classic Dobsonian 8" Telescope
- 8" Aperture telescope gathers ample light for viewing.
- Newtonian reflector telescope design ensures clear images.
- Achieve 406x magnification power for detailed views.
- Stable Dobsonian mount provides smooth telescope control.
- Includes Plossl eyepieces for optimal optical quality.
Sky-Watcher Flextube 16" 400P Synscan GOTO Collapsible Dobsonian
- Large 16-inch aperture gathers ample light.
- SynScan GoTo system with 42,900 object database.
- Collapsible Dobsonian offers portability.
- Newtonian telescope design ensures optical quality.
- 8x50 finderscope aids object location.
Celestron Advanced VX 9.25" EdgeHD Telescope
- 9.25" EdgeHD Telescope: Superior optics, sharp views.
- Advanced VX Mount: Stable platform for astrophotography.
- Large 235mm Aperture: Gather more light for faint objects.
- Computerized GoTo: Find 40,000+ celestial objects easily.
- StarBright XLT Coatings: Maximize light transmission.
ZWO Seestar S30 30mm f/5 All-In-One Smart Telescope
- 30mm Aperture Telescope: Capture crisp, clear images.
- Explore with ease: Simple Alt-Azimuth Mount stability.
- Portable Telescope: Lightweight build for travel use.
- Smart Telescope: Wireless control via Wi-Fi/Bluetooth.
- Apochromatic Optics: Reduces color aberration issues.
Celestron NexStar 4 SE Maksutov-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope
- 4" Aperture Telescope: Bright, clear images.
- Computerized Mount: Easy object location, tracking.
- StarBright XLT Coatings: Max light transmission.
- 53x Magnification: Observe celestial details.
- NexStar Database: Explore 38,000+ objects.
Celestron StarSense Explorer 8" Smartphone App-Enabled Dobsonian Telescope
- 8" Aperture telescope gathers ample light for bright views.
- StarSense Explorer tech simplifies telescope navigation.
- Dobsonian mount ensures stable, smooth telescope control.
- High magnification power reveals crisp celestial details.
- Premium optical quality provides sharp telescope images.
Unistellar Odyssey Compact Smart Telescope, Black
- 85mm Aperture telescope captures crisp images.
- Explore with motorized Alt-Az mount telescope.
- Compact smart telescope with 37M star database.
- Excellent optical quality for astronomy viewing.
- Portable telescope; observe on the go easily.
Unistellar Odyssey Pro Red Edition Compact Smart Telescope
- 85mm Aperture telescope gathers ample light.
- Motorized GoTo mount for easy object location.
- Explore with high-powered, smart telescope tech.
- Compact telescope with exceptional portability.
- View 37M+ stars with extensive star database.
Sky-Watcher Flextube 12" 300P Synscan GOTO Collapsible Dobsonian
- Large 305mm aperture gathers faint celestial light.
- High magnification power up to 600x for detailed views.
- Parabolic Newtonian optics ensure sharp astronomy images.
- Stable Dobsonian mount allows smooth, easy telescope use.
- SynScan GoTo system navigates 42,900+ objects quickly.
Celestron EdgeHD 11" Optical Tube Assembly with Starbright XLT Coatings
- 11" Aperture Telescope: Enhanced light gathering.
- StarBright XLT coatings: Maximize light transmission.
- EdgeHD Optics: Pinpoint stars to edge of view.
- Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope: Compact, versatile.
- 23mm Luminos Eyepiece: Wide, clear views at 122x.
Celestron CPC-800 GPS XLT 8" Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope
- 8" Aperture telescope gathers ample light for bright images.
- Starbright XLT coatings enhance optical quality.
- Computerized mount provides exceptional stability.
- GPS telescope quickly aligns for easy sky navigation.
- Explore 40,000+ objects with this telescope database.
Celestron Advanced VX 6" Refractor Telescope
- 6" Refractor Telescope: Excellent optical quality.
- 150mm Aperture: Bright, detailed astronomical views.
- Advanced VX Mount: Stable tracking for astrophotography.
- Computerized GoTo: Locates 40,000+ celestial objects.
- 9x50 Finderscope: Quickly aim your telescope.
Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 5" Schmidt-Cassegrain Smartphone Telescope
- Large 5" aperture gathers ample light for bright views.
- StarSense tech uses your smartphone for easy alignment.
- Schmidt-Cassegrain design offers superb optical quality.
- Explore at 50x and 125x magnification with included eyepieces.
- Stable, preassembled tripod ensures steady astronomy viewing.
Celestron NexStar Evolution 8 EdgeHD, Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope w/StarSense
- 8" Aperture telescope gathers ample light.
- StarBright XLT coatings maximize optical quality.
- Wireless StarSense tech for easy telescope alignment.
- High 150x magnification power reveals great detail.
- Stable stainless steel tripod minimizes vibrations.
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$78.95Value:
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Sky-Watcher HAC125 DX 125mm f/2 Minigraph Astrograph
- 125mm Aperture Telescope: Capture bright, clear images.
- Advanced Catadioptric Design: Ensures optical quality.
- Portable Telescope: Lightweight at only 8.4 pounds.
- 250mm Focal Length: Excellent magnification power.
- Sky-Watcher Astrograph: Ideal for astrophotography.
Celestron Advanced VX 8" Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope
- 8" Aperture telescope gathers ample light.
- Schmidt-Cassegrain design for optical quality.
- Advanced VX mount ensures telescope stability.
- Computerized GoTo system for ease of use.
- Explore 40,000+ objects with telescope database.
Explore Scientific ED80 80mm f/6 Essential Triplet Apo Refractor Telescope
- 80mm Aperture Telescope: Bright, high-resolution views.
- Triplet Apochromat Refractor: Superior optical quality.
- Explore Scientific Telescope: Enhanced clarity & detail.
- f/6 Focal Ratio: Excellent for wide-field astronomy.
- Dual-Speed Focuser: Precise focus for clear images.
Celestron CPC-925 GPS XLT 9.25" Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope
- 9.25" Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope: superior optics.
- XLT coatings maximize light for bright astronomy views.
- Computerized telescope: 40,000+ object database access.
- GPS aligns telescope quickly for easy star gazing.
- Stable dual fork arm mount ensures clear images.
Unistellar Odyssey Pro Compact Smart Telescope, Black
- 85mm aperture telescope captures stunning detail.
- Explore with motorized Alt-Az mount for easy tracking.
- High-quality optics reveal celestial wonders clearly.
- 64GB storage captures & saves high-resolution images.
- Compact telescope design ensures easy portability.
Telescopes range from very simple models that can be used by even the youngest astronomy enthusiasts, to complex computerized models with a variety of features and capabilities.
What are the Different Types of Telescopes?
The two most common types of telescopes are refracting telescopes and reflecting telescopes.
Refracting Telescopes
Refracting telescopes utilize lenses in a similar way to binoculars to bring distant objects into view, while reflecting telescopes utilize mirrors. Refracting telescopes are often preferable because they are sealed to air and dust and require less maintenance, though they often suffer from chromatic aberration.
Reflecting Telescopes
Reflecting telescopes are generally less expensive and don’t have issues with chromatic aberration. In most cases reflecting telescopes are less expensive than refracting telescopes because mirrors cost far less to produce than lenses, especially for larger format telescopes.
Other Types of Telescopes
There is also the Cassegrain variety, which utilizes multiple curved mirrors to view deep space objects while maintaining a smaller physical profile. You can easily filter search results by type to select the varieties most suited to your needs.
Aperture Size
Apertures are very important when selecting a model because they will affect how much light is collected by the telescope. Small apertures (1.2” or 2.5”) will let in significantly less light than larger apertures (12” or 14”).
While small aperture telescopes are more physically compact and less expensive, they will only allow you to see the brightest space objects. Smaller aperture telescopes also show celestial objects in lower resolution than larger aperture telescopes.
Other Features to Consider
Computerized telescopes make it much easier to locate and track celestial objects utilizing preprogrammed databases. Some telescope models are designed to mount easily to DSLRs for astrophotography, while others come in kits with telescope accessories like tripods, filters, eyepieces, and more. For help selecting the best telescope to suit your interests, get in touch with Adorama’s experienced and knowledgeable customer service team.
FAQs
Which Telescope is Right for Me?
Choosing the best telescopes for beginners or experienced sky watchers usually comes down to three factors: budget, mount style, and aperture.
If you’re new to using a telescope, keep in mind that most models feature interchangeable eyepieces so you can adjust magnification depending on the object you’ll be viewing.
What Telescope Accessories Do I Need?
Telescope accessories expand the functionality of your existing gear. If you want to capture images of the objects you view, look for a camera or smartphone mount. If you want to increase your viewing capabilities and flexibility, consider investing in a set of eyepieces and colored viewing filters.
Which Type of Telescope Mount is Best?
Choosing a mount depends on how you want to use your telescope. Most telescopes for beginners feature traditional altitude-azimuth mounts. They feature manual adjustments on each axis, which makes it easier to find any object in the night sky.
If you like to track objects as they move through the sky, you should consider an equatorial mount.
What’s the Best Eyepiece and Magnification to Use for My Telescope?
Selecting the right eyepiece and magnification level depends on the objects you want to view. If you prefer to explore constellations, you’ll need a wider field of view. To focus on the craters of the moon in detail, you’ll need more extreme magnification.
Fortunately, many eyepieces come in sets, so you can swap them out as needed while you’re stargazing.
Focal length
Telescopes have focal lengths, similar to cameras.Telescopes with longer focal lengths cover a smaller section of the sky. Shorter telescopes have wider focal lengths that allow for a wider field of view, which is great for viewing deep sky objects. Whatever telescope you choose, Adorama covers every option, class, and price point, from top brands like Celestron, Baader Planetarium, Explore Scientific, iOptron, Meade, Sky-Watcher, and more.