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Explore Schmidt-Cassegrain, Maksutov-Cassegrain and related designs. Check the observing or imaging use, mount requirements and included components.
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Explore Schmidt-Cassegrain, Maksutov-Cassegrain and related compound optical designs. Compare the observing or imaging use, aperture, mount compatibility and included components. Some listings contain only an optical tube.
Celestron NexStar 4SE Telescope
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Celestron NexStar 6 SE Telescope w/ Accessory Kit, Carrying
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Popular Science StarSense Explorer DX 5” Smartphone
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Celestron NexStar Evolution Telescope, 9.25″, 12092
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Celestron Nexstar 8SE Computerized Maksutov-Cassegrain GoTo
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Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope, Mak70 Telescopes for Adults
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Celestron Nexstar 6SE Computerized Telescope Bundle
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Celestron NexStar 127SLT Computerized Telescope
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Celestron Nexstar 8SE 203mm f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain GoTo
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Celestron Nexstar 6SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope
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Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope 60 with Dobsonian Mount, 60mm
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Celestron NexStar 6SE Telescope
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Celestron Advanced VX 11″ f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope
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Celestron NexStar 8SE Telescope
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Advanced VX 8″ SCT
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- Make sure this fits by entering your model number. 8 inch (203mm) f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain includes StarBright XLT coatings for better light transmission 84% more light gathering than a 6 inch telescope.
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Celestron Advanced VX 9.25in Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope 12046
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- Make sure this fits by entering your model number. All new Advanced VX Mount 9.25'' f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope
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Sarblue Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope
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- Make sure this fits by entering your model number. 【Might Mak】Mak-cass design brings several benefits which distinguishes the telescope from others. Foremost, it largely reduces aberrations and renders crisp and clear views. Plus its quality fully multi-coated optical components. Make terrestrial objects look more vivid and vibrant, and celestial objects magnificent. 【Portable Travel Telescope】 Maksutov features a folded way of…
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Celestron CPC 1100 StarBright XLT GPS Schmidt-Cassegrain 2800mm…
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- Make sure this fits by entering your model number. 11 inches Schmidt cassegrain telescope with celestron’s Premium Star Bright XLT optical coatings Optical Tube Length: 24" | Optical Tube Diameter: 12.3" | Optical Tube Weight: 65 lbs (with mount) | Tripod leg diameter: 2" | Mount Head Weight: 65 lbs (with optical tube) | Tripod Weight: 19 lbs | Total…
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Celestron NexStar Evolution 8 Telescope
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- Make sure this fits by entering your model number. COMPUTERIZED TELESCOPE WITH WIFI FUNCTIONALITY: Explore the Universe and control your telescope with the free Celestron SkyPortal app for iOS and Android! Select any object from the app’s database and the telescope locates and tracks it automatically. CELESTRON’S LEGENDARY 8” SCHMIDT-CASSEGRAIN OPTICAL TUBE: See the difference! Compact, portable 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain optical…
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Celestron NexStar 4SE Telescope
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- Make sure this fits by entering your model number. Product 1: Nexstar computerized telescope: The NexStar 4SE Computerized Telescope features Celestron’s iconic orange tube design with updated technology and the latest features for amazing stargazing for beginners and experienced observers. Product 1: 4-Inch aperture: The 4-inch primary mirror in this Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope for adults and kids to be used together…
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Celestron CPC ® Deluxe 800 HD 8-inch CPC ® SCT Telescope
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- Make sure this fits by entering your model number. The Celestron CPC Deluxe comes with 8" Edge HD Optics and StarBright XLT Coatings. Ultra Reliable NexStar Computerized Navigation System with SkyAlign and a 40,000 Object Database.
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Celestron CGEM II 700 Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope
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- Make sure this fitsby entering your model number. FOCAL RATIO: Telescope has a focal ratio of f/15 which provides high contrast views of the planets and lunar landscapes, perfect for serious planetary imagers and visual observers CARRYING CAPACITY: The CGEM II has a 40 lbs load capacity and provides a sturdy and rigid platform
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Celestron EdgeHD 1400 14in Optical Tube Assembly 91060-XLT OTA
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- Make sure this fitsby entering your model number. 14" EdgeHD Optical Tube Assembly Aluminum Optical Tube
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Celestron NexStar Evolution 6 Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope w/…
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- Make sure this fitsby entering your model number. Control your telescope wirelessly from your iOS or Android smartphone or tablet with the free Celestron mobile app with planetarium interface and SkyAlign technology Compact, portable Schmidt Cassegrain telescope with StarBright XLT optical coatings and Fastar compatibility
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Celestron Telescope RASA 8 f/2.0, OTA Only, White, 91073
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- Make sure this fitsby entering your model number. 8-inch optical tube assembly - 42 mm T-thread camera adapter - C-thread camera adapter - Fan Battery Pack - 2-Year Warranty Flat field free of optical aberrations like field curvature, coma, astigmatism and chromatic aberration across an entire APS-C sensor.
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Celestron Advanced VX 6in Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope 12079
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- Make sure this fitsby entering your model number. 6” (150mm) f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain includes StarBright XLT coatings for better light transmission 40% more light gathering than a 5” telescope.
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Celestron NexStar 90SLT Computerized Telescope
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- Make sure this fitsby entering your model number. COMPUTERIZED STAR LOCATING TELESCOPE: The Celestron NexStar 90SLT is a computerized telescope that offers a database of more than 40,000 stars, galaxies, nebulae, and more. The telescope locates your object with pinpoint accuracy and tracks it. COMPACT AND PORTABLE: This telescope for adults and kids to be used together is ideal for…
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Celestron NexStar SE Parent ASIN
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- Make sure this fits by entering your model number. NEXSTAR COMPUTERIZED TELESCOPE: The NexStar 4SE Computerized Telescope features Celestron’s iconic orange tube design with updated technology and the latest features for amazing stargazing for beginners and experienced observers. 4-INCH APERTURE: The four-inch primary mirror in this Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope for adults and kids to be used together packs enough light-gathering ability…
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Meade LX200-ACF 10-Inch (f/10) 145K Object Database Advanced…
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- Inspire budding astronomers with the sizeable MEADE LX200 10 inch telescope. Its state-of-the-art, free-form primary mirror delivers images with zero image distortion. Fully coated glass optics and a parabolic primary mirror capture a clear, brilliant view of space's wonders. Create lifelong memories by bringing the universe closer than ever before!
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Meade Instruments LX90-ACF 8-Inch (f/10) Advanced Coma-Free…
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- Make sure this fits by entering your model number. 10" / f/10 Advanced Coma-Free Optics - 2500mm focal length Ultra-High Transmission Coatings (UHTC)
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Meade Instruments LX65 6″ Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope…
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- Make sure this fits by entering your model number. LX65 5" Maksutov-cassegrain focal length 1900mm (f/15) Ideal for high-resolution visual observing and capable of planetary astrophotography 5" (127mm) APERTURE Coupled with Meade's Ultra-High Transmission Coatings (UHTC ) specialized multi-layered coatings to improve and enhance performance
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Meade Instruments 218005 StarNavigator NG Maksutov-Cassegrain…
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- The Meade Instruments StarNavigator NG 125mm Maksutov Cassegrain telescope is designed for astronomers on the go.
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