NexStar8 Evolution

NexStar models are available in many sizes. All of them are mounted on NexStar GoTo mounts (the two bigger ones on the more stable mount version). The mounts provide quick setup times and they are very easy to use. The hand controller contains more than 40000 celestial objects which are available at the press of a button.

The smallest one is the NexStar 4SE, which is a 102/1300 Maksutov-Cassegrain with 10 cm aperture F/13 focal ration. An easy-to-use beginners\' scope, ideal for brighter objects, just like the Moon and the planets. The built-in flip-mirror makes it possible to use an eyepiece together with a camera, both of them focused properly, while the light path can be switched  quickly. The flip mirror can be used as a star diagonal as well.

The NexStar 5, 6, 8 and 9.25 are Schmidt-Cassegrain tubes with F/10 focal ratio, making it easier to use with lower magnifications. Very compact and easy to carry telescopes, for general use.

Beside the standard Nexstar SE version, there is a new "Evolution" single-arm fork mount that is controlled wirelessly via Celestron’s free SkyPortal app for Android and iOS devices. If you do not have a smartphone or tablet, you can still drive the instrument with the supplied upgradeable NexStar+ hand controller.

The mount has an internal rechargeable lithium-ion battery for cable-free use and sports a USB charge port for your phone or tablet. Four auxiliary ports accommodate Celestron accessories such as StarSense AutoAlign or SkySync GPS, while ergonomically-positioned carry handles and large altitude-azimuth axis clutch knobs permit easy operation, even with gloved hands.