- Is the NexStar 8SE good for beginners?
- Yes. The GoTo mount finds objects for you and tracks them, so you spend less time hunting. Expect a short learning curve for alignment and setup.
- Can I take photos with it?
- You can take short-exposure shots of the Moon and planets with a camera adapter. Long-exposure deep-sky imaging is limited by field rotation on the alt-az mount.
- How portable is it?
- It breaks into tripod, mount and optical tube, and the whole setup weighs around 30 lb. It fits in a car but is heavy to carry fully assembled.
- What power does it need?
- The mount runs on eight AA batteries or an external 12V power supply. Owners recommend a power tank or AC adapter because batteries drain quickly.
- What can I see with an 8-inch telescope?
- You can see detail on the Moon and planets, plus hundreds of galaxies, nebulae and star clusters. Dark skies improve deep-sky views.
- What is included in the bundle?
- The bundle includes the NexStar 8SE optical tube, single-fork mount, steel tripod, hand controller and an eyepiece accessory set. Check the listing for the exact eyepieces and accessories.
- Where is the Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope and Eyepiece Accessory Bundle cheapest?
- At eBay, for $1,300.00, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope and Eyepiece Accessory Bundle?
- Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings.
- Where can I buy the Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope and Eyepiece Accessory Bundle?
- 3 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Walmart, Adorama.
