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Sky-Watcher Flextube 14" 350P Synscan GOTO Collapsible Dobsonian
- Large 14" Aperture Telescope: Gather more light.
- SynScan GoTo System: Locate 42,900 celestial objects.
- Collapsible Dobsonian: Easy portability & storage.
- High Magnification Power: Up to 710x for detailed views.
- Premium Optical Quality: Newtonian (Parabolic) design.
Celestron EdgeHD 8" Optical Tube Assembly - CGE Dovetail
- 8" Aperture Telescope: Gather more light for bright views.
- EdgeHD Optics: Experience pinpoint stars to edge of view.
- Starbright XLT Coatings: Maximize light transmission.
- CGE Dovetail: Attach to a wide variety of telescope mounts.
- 9x50 Finderscope: Quickly locate celestial objects.
Celestron NexStar Evolution 8 203mm f/10 Telescope w/1.25" Eyepiece & Filter Kit
- 203mm Aperture Telescope: Bright, clear images.
- Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope: Compact design.
- High Magnification Telescope: Up to 480x power.
- Stable Mount Telescope: Smooth tracking ability.
- Wireless Telescope: Easy control via smartphone.
Celestron CPC-1100 GPS XLT 11" Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope
- 11" Aperture Telescope: Capture bright, clear images.
- StarBright XLT Coatings: Maximize light transmission.
- Computerized Mount: Easy object location & tracking.
- 40,000+ Object Database: Explore celestial wonders.
- GPS Alignment: Quick, accurate telescope setup.
Celestron CGEM II 800 EdgeHD 8" Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope
- 8" Aperture Telescope: Gather 843x more light.
- EdgeHD Optics: Experience pinpoint star images.
- CGEM II Mount: Stable tracking for astrophotography.
- Computerized Telescope: 40,000+ object database.
- Schmidt-Cassegrain: Excellent optics, compact design.
Celestron C9-1/4-A XLT Optical Tube Assembly for CGE
- 9.25" Aperture Telescope: Gather more light for bright views.
- Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope: Portable, versatile design.
- Starbright XLT Coatings: Maximize light transmission.
- Dovetail Bar: Quick, secure telescope mount setup.
- 25mm Eyepiece Included: Begin observing right away.
Celestron 8" f/2.0 Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph RASA Telescope Imaging Kit
- 8" Aperture RASA Telescope: Capture stunning images.
- Schmidt Astrograph: Pinpoint clarity with optical quality.
- Fast f/2.0 Focal Ratio: Excellent for deep-sky astrophotography.
- StarBright XLT Coatings: Maximize light transmission.
- Integrated Filter Mount: Easily use H-Alpha, OIII filters.
Sky-Watcher Heliostar 76mm f/8.3 H-Alpha Solar Telescope
- 76mm Aperture Telescope: Capture solar details.
- H-Alpha Telescope: Observe the sun safely.
- Quality Optics: Enjoy high-contrast solar views.
- Portable Telescope: Perfect for travel, observe anywhere.
- Smartphone Adapter: Capture & share solar images.
Vaonis Vespera Pro Smart Telescope
- 50mm Aperture Telescope: Capture crisp, clear images.
- Explore deep space with exceptional optical quality.
- Smart Telescope: Effortless astrophotography sessions.
- Stable Mount: Ensures smooth tracking of celestial objects.
- Portable Telescope: Observe on the go with ease.
Sky-Watcher Sky-Watcher Classic 250P 10" Traditional Dobsonian Telescope
- Large 254mm aperture gathers ample light for bright views.
- Newtonian telescope design ensures high optical quality.
- Stable Dobsonian mount provides smooth, easy telescope use.
- Achieve up to 500x magnification power for detailed views.
- Ideal telescope for astronomy: see planets & deep sky.
Celestron NexStar 5SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope w/1.25" Eyepiece & Filter Kit
- 5" Aperture telescope gathers ample light.
- StarBright XLT coatings boost optical quality.
- Computerized mount ensures viewing stability.
- NexStar+ database contains 38,181 objects.
- 50x Magnification with included 25mm eyepiece.
Celestron Advanced VX 8" EdgeHD Telescope
- 8" EdgeHD Telescope: Pinpoint stars to the edge.
- Advanced VX Mount: Stability for astrophotography.
- StarBright XLT Coatings: Maximize light transmission.
- Computerized GoTo: Database of 40,000+ objects.
- 2032mm Focal Length: High magnification views.
Celestron CGEM II 925, 9.25" Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope
- 9.25" Aperture Telescope: Excellent light gathering.
- Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope: Renowned optical design.
- CGEM II Mount: Provides exceptional telescope stability.
- StarBright XLT Coatings: Maximize light transmission.
- Computerized GoTo: Find 40,000 celestial objects.
Tele Vue NP101is 4" f/5.4 4-Element APO Refractor Telescope, Ivory
- Tele Vue APO Refractor: 4" aperture for bright views.
- Enjoy superior optical quality with this telescope.
- Portable telescope: Ideal for astronomy on the go.
- Stable mount ensures clear, steady observations.
- Easy to use: Perfect telescope for all experience levels.
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Celestron NexStar Evolution 8 203mm f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope
- 203mm Aperture Telescope: Gather 843x more light.
- StarBright XLT coatings: Maximize optical quality.
- Integrated WiFi: Control telescope via smartphone.
- NexStar Evolution: Easy SkyAlign alignment tech.
- High magnification power: See planets in detail.
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Celestron NexStar Evolution 9.25, Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope
- 9.25" Aperture Telescope: Gather 1127x more light.
- Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope: Exceptional optics.
- Integrated WiFi Telescope: Control via smartphone.
- StarBright XLT Coatings: Maximize light transmission.
- Stable Fork Mount: Ensures smooth, accurate tracking.
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Celestron NexStar Evolution 8 EdgeHD, Telescope w/StarSense & Dlx Accessory Kit
- 8" Aperture Telescope: Bright, detailed views.
- StarBright XLT coatings maximize light transmission.
- Wireless control via smartphone or tablet app.
- EdgeHD optics deliver pinpoint star images.
- Stable mount ensures smooth tracking ability.
Sky-Watcher Skymax 102 Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope
- 102mm Aperture Telescope: Gather more light for bright views.
- Maksutov Design: Portable telescope with excellent optics.
- Fully Multi-Coated: Maximize light transmission for clarity.
- Red Dot Finder: Quickly locate celestial objects easily.
- 25/10mm Eyepieces: Versatile magnification for astronomy.
Sky-Watcher Flextube 8" 200P Synscan GOTO Collapsible Dobsonian
- 8" Aperture Dobsonian Telescope: Gather more light.
- SynScan GoTo System: Locate 42,900 celestial objects.
- Collapsible Tube Design: Easy telescope portability.
- 2" Crayford Focuser: Achieve precise focus control.
- High Magnification Power: Up to 406x for detailed views.
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Celestron Advanced VX 9.25" Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope
- 9.25" Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope for clear views.
- Advanced VX mount ensures superior telescope stability.
- StarBright XLT coatings maximize optical quality.
- Computerized GoTo system with 40,000+ object database.
- Capture crisp images with a 2350mm focal length.
Celestron NexStar 8 SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope, 1.25" Eyepiece & Filter Kit
- 8" Aperture telescope gathers ample light.
- Schmidt-Cassegrain optics for bright images.
- Computerized mount with 40,000+ object database.
- StarBright XLT coatings maximize light transmission.
- Explore with 81x magnification eyepiece included.
Sky-Watcher 10" Flextube 250P Collapsible Dobsonian Telescope
- Large 254mm aperture gathers ample light for bright views.
- Parabolic mirror provides exceptional optical quality.
- Dobsonian mount ensures stable & smooth telescope control.
- Achieve 508x highest practical power for detailed views.
- Collapsible tube design enhances telescope portability.
Celestron XLT 9.25" EdgeHD Optical Tube Assembly
- 9.25" Aperture telescope gathers ample light.
- EdgeHD optics provide superior image quality.
- Starbright XLT coatings maximize light transmission.
- Schmidt-Cassegrain design ensures portability.
- Compatible with CGE mount for stable viewing.
Sky-Watcher Flextube 10" 250P Synscan GOTO Collapsible Dobsonian
- Large 10" Aperture: Gather more light for bright views.
- SynScan GoTo: 42,900 object database for easy navigation.
- Dobsonian Mount: Simple setup, stable base for viewing.
- 254mm Telescope: High magnification power for detailed views.
- Collapsible Tube: Portable design for easy transportation.
Celestron CGEM II 800 8" f/2 Rowe-Ackerman Schmidt Astrograph GoTo Telescope
- Capture stunning images with the 8" Astrograph Telescope.
- Experience superior views with StarBright XLT Optical Coatings.
- Enjoy stable viewing using the CGEM II GoTo Mount system.
- Large 203mm aperture gathers ample light for bright images.
- Achieve pinpoint stars with Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt optics.
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.