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Celestron SKU: 31150 | Helix SKU: CT31150
Get the same star locating technology found on our observatory-grade telescopes at a price that fits your family’s budget with the 114LCM.
Locates objects for you
Leave the star maps at home; 114 LCM computerized telescopes can locate thousands of celestial objects for you automatically. To get started, just perform our simple SkyAlign alignment procedure by centering any three bright objects in your telescope’s eyepiece. From there, your LCM can calculate the time, date, and location and orient itself with the night sky.
Browse the hand control’s database and select any star, planet, galaxy, or nebulae in the database. Within seconds, your LCM centers it in the eyepiece and tracks it as it moves across the sky. Looking for something new to observe? Press the Sky Tour button and your LCM generates a list of the best celestial objects currently visible.
Precision optics for detailed views
With the largest optics in the LCM beginner telescope family, the 114LCM packs enough light-gathering ability to provide extraordinary views of all the best celestial objects. Explore our Solar System, from the moons of Jupiter to the rings of Saturn and beyond. Then venture further into deep space to view the Orion Nebula, Pleiades Star Cluster, and hundreds of other objects. You can even explore the craters of the Moon up close, with impressive detail.
Everything you need to get started
Even if you’ve never used a telescope before, Celestron makes it easy to get started with amateur astronomy. Your LCM telescope comes with an adjustable aluminum tripod, 2 high quality eyepieces, and a red dot finderscope. Plus, everything is backed by Celestron’s 2-year warranty.
To enhance your experience under the stars, download Celestron’s free SkyPortal app. Listen to hundreds of audio descriptions of the most popular objects on your iOS or Android device while you observe them with your LCM telescope.
Your 114LCM telescope can grow with you for years to come. Consider adding a Moon Filter or additional eyepieces as you progress with the hobby.
Optical Tube Info: | |
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Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector |
Aperture (mm) | 114 mm (4.49 in) |
Focal Length | 1000 mm (39 in) |
Focal Ratio | 8.77 |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm) | 25 mm (0.98 in) |
Magnification of Eyepiece 1 | 40 x |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 2 (mm) | 9 mm (0.35 in) |
Magnification of Eyepiece 2 | 111 x |
Finderscope | Built-on StarPointer |
Mount Info: | |
Mount Type | Motorized Altazimuth |
Accessory Tray | No Tool, Quick release |
Tripod | Aluminum |
Highest Useful Magnification | 269 x |
Lowest Useful Magnification | 16 x |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 12.8 |
Resolution (Rayleigh) | 1.22 arc seconds |
Resolution (Dawes) | 1.02 arc seconds |
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye) | 265 x |
Apparent Field of View | 1.6 ° |
Linear Field of View (@1000 yds) | 84 ft (26 m) |
Optical Coatings | Fully-Coated |
Slew Speeds | Nine slew speeds |
Tracking Rates | Sidereal, Solar and Lunar |
Tracking Modes | Alt-Az, EQ North and EQ South |
Alignment Procedures | SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Solar System Align |
Computer Hand Control | Fully Computerized / Flash Upgradeable |
Database | 4,000 Object Database |
Warranty | 2-year Telescope Warranty |
$ 1,329.00 - Sold Out
Celestron SKU: 32054 | Helix SKU: CT32054
For those new to astronomy and astroimaging, the Advanced VX 6” Newtonian is an excellent entry-level setup that can grow with you. The Newtonian optical design is excellent for visual observing and offers you the largest aperture for the price. Combined with our Advanced VX mount, you’ll have all the tools you need to learn the basics of imaging.
ABOUT THE MOUNT
The new Advanced VX mount was specifically designed to provide optimum imaging performance for smaller telescopes. Now your smaller telescope can take advantage of All-Star Polar Alignment and autoguider support. You’ll be able to track through long exposures using permanently programmable periodic error correction. Image across the meridian without doing a meridian flip, so you can seamlessly image the best part of night sky. Advanced VX features significantly larger base castings than our previous design, improving stability under heavier loads. Improved motors offer more torque and can handle slight load imbalances with ease.
Optical Tube Info: | |
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Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector |
Aperture (mm) | 150 mm (5.91 in) |
Telescope Type | Computerized (GOTO) |
Focal Length | 750 mm (30 in) |
Focal Ratio | 5 |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm) | 20 mm (0.79 in) |
Magnification of Eyepiece 1 | 38 x |
Finderscope | 6x30 |
Mount Info: | |
Tripod | Adjustable, Stainless Steel |
Tripod Leg Diameter | 2" |
Highest Useful Magnification | 354 x |
Lowest Useful Magnification | 21 x |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 13.4 |
Resolution (Rayleigh) | 0.93 arc seconds |
Resolution (Dawes) | 0.77 arc seconds |
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye) | 459 x |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction | 1.75" in (44 mm) |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter | 30% |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area | 8.78% |
Optical Tube Length | 27" in (686 mm) |
Optical Tube Weight | 10 lbs (4.54 kg) |
Mount Height (Max) | 64" in (1626 mm) |
Mount Height (Min) | 44" in (1118 mm) |
Tripod Weight | 18 lbs (8.16 kg) |
Weight of Counterweights | 1 x 12 lbs |
Warranty | 2-year Telescope Warranty |
$ 1,629.00 - Sold Out
Celestron SKU: 32062 | Helix SKU: CT32062
Large aperture at an affordable price, our Advanced VX 8” Newtonian provides 78% more light-gathering abilities compared to the 6” model. The parabolic primary mirror minimizes spherical aberration to produce a sharper image near the edge of the field of view. This scope is great for intermediate visual observers and beginning astroimagers looking for a large aperture with lots of light-gathering power. As you grow in your hobby, you can continue to enjoy all the high-level features of the Advanced VX.
ABOUT THE MOUNT
The new Advanced VX mount was specifically designed to provide optimum imaging performance for smaller telescopes. Now your smaller telescope can take advantage of All-Star Polar Alignment and autoguider support. You’ll be able to track through long exposures using permanently programmable periodic error correction. Image across the meridian without doing a meridian flip, so you can seamlessly image the best part of night sky. Advanced VX features significantly larger base castings than our previous design, improving stability under heavier loads. Improved motors offer more torque and can handle slight load imbalances with ease.
Optical Tube Info: | |
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Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector |
Aperture (mm) | 200 mm (7.87 in) |
Telescope Type | Computerized (GOTO) |
Focal Length | 1000 mm (39 in) |
Focal Ratio | 5 |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm) | 20 mm (0.79 in) |
Magnification of Eyepiece 1 | 50 x |
Finderscope | 9x50 |
Mount Info: | |
Tripod | Adjustable, Stainless Steel |
Tripod Leg Diameter | 2" |
Highest Useful Magnification | 472 x |
Lowest Useful Magnification | 29 x |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 14 |
Resolution (Rayleigh) | 0.7 arc seconds |
Resolution (Dawes) | 0.58 arc seconds |
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye) | 816 x |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction | 2.2" in (56 mm) |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter | 28% |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area | 7.81% |
Optical Tube Length | 36" in (914 mm) |
Optical Tube Weight | 14 lbs (6.35 kg) |
Total Telescope Kit Weight | 71 lbs (32 kg) |
Mount Height (Max) | 64" in (1626 mm) |
Mount Height (Min) | 44" in (1118 mm) |
Tripod Weight | 18 lbs (8.16 kg) |
Weight of Counterweights | 2 x 12 lbs |
Warranty | 2-year Telescope Warranty |
$ 2,299.00 - Sold Out
The iconic 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain has been known for decades as Celestron’s most beloved telescope. Now beginner to intermediate astroimagers can have their own “C-8” at an extremely affordable price. This classic design has been upgraded with our StarBright XLT coatings for maximum light transmission. Combined with our fully featured Advanced VX mount, you have a setup that is ready for both imaging and visual observing.
ABOUT THE MOUNT
The new Advanced VX mount was specifically designed to provide optimum imaging performance for smaller telescopes. Now your smaller telescope can take advantage of All-Star Polar Alignment and autoguider support. You’ll be able to track through long exposures using permanently programmable periodic error correction. Image across the meridian without doing a meridian flip, so you can seamlessly image the best part of night sky. Advanced VX features significantly larger base castings than our previous design, improving stability under heavier loads. Improved motors offer more torque and can handle slight load imbalances with ease.
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Optical Design | Schmidt-Cassegrain |
Aperture (mm) | 203 mm (7.99 in) |
Telescope Type | Computerized (GOTO) |
Focal Length | 2032 mm (80 in) |
Focal Ratio | 10 |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm) | 20 mm (0.79 in) |
Magnification of Eyepiece 1 | 102 x |
Finderscope | 6x30 |
Highest Useful Magnification | 480 x |
Mount Info: | |
Tripod | Adjustable, Stainless Steel |
Tripod Leg Diameter | 2" |
Tripod Weight | 18 lbs (8.16 kg) |
Lowest Useful Magnification | 29 x |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 14 |
Resolution (Rayleigh) | 0.69 arc seconds |
Resolution (Dawes) | 0.57 arc seconds |
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye) | 841 x |
Optical Tube Length | 17" in (432 mm) |
Optical Tube Weight | 13 lbs (5.9 kg) |
Mount Height (Max) | 64" in (1626 mm) |
Mount Height (Min) | 44" in (1118 mm) |
Weight of Counterweights | 1 x 12 lbs |
Warranty | 2-year Telescope Warranty |
$ 559.95 - Sold Out
Celestron SKU: 22203 | Helix SKU: CT22203
Celestron is not only changing the way we experience astronomy, but we're also changing the way you interact with the night sky. The Astro Fi 130 mm Newtonian is a fully featured telescope that can be controlled with your smart phone or tablet using the free Celestron SkyPortal app. Celestron’s SkyPortal app replaces the traditional telescope hand control for a 100% wireless experience. Just hold your smart device up to the night sky. When you find an object you’d like to view, tap the screen. Your Astro Fi telescope automatically slews to the object, while the screen displays information about it. It’s never been more fun to explore the universe!
The Astro Fi 130 creates its own wireless connection, so it can communicate with your device even in remote locations where WiFi or cellular networks aren’t available.
Getting ready to observe is quick and painless thanks to Celestron’s award-winning SkyAlign technology. Center any three bright objects in the eyepiece, and your telescope calculates its position. You can even generate a Sky Tour of all the best celestial objects to view based on your exact time and location.
TRUSTED CELESTRON OPTICS
Innovative WiFi technology powers the Astro Fi, but it’s the optics inside the telescope tube that make it a Celestron. For over 50 years, we’ve led the industry in optical technology—and we put that experience into the Astro Fi 130. This 130 mm reflector with fully coated optics offers dazzling views of craters on the Moon, the rings of Saturn, the Great Red Spot on Jupiter, the Orion Nebula, the Hercules Globular Cluster and so much more. The large 130 mm aperture offers the best resolution and the short focal length gives you incredibly wide fields of view.
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Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector |
Aperture (mm) | 130 mm (5.19 in) |
Focal Length | 650 mm (25.59 in) |
Focal Ratio | 5 |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm) | 25 mm (0.98 in) |
Magnification of Eyepiece 1 | 26x |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 2 (mm) | 10 mm (0.39 in) |
Magnification of Eyepiece 2 | 65x |
Finderscope | StarPointer |
Star Diagonal | 1.25" |
Mount Info: | |
Mount Type | Single Fork Arm Altazimuth |
Accessory Tray | Includes rubberized smartphone or tablet holder |
Tripod | Aluminum |
Highest Useful Magnification | 307x |
Lowest Useful Magnification | 19x |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 13.1 |
Resolution (Rayleigh) | 1.07 arc seconds arc seconds |
Resolution (Dawes) | 0.89 arc seconds arc seconds |
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye) | 345x |
Optical Coating | Aluminum with SiO2 |
Optical Tube Length | TBD |
Total Telescope Kit Weight | TBD |
Slew Speeds | Up to 3 deg/second |
Tracking Rates | Sidereal, Solar, and Lunar |
Alignment Procedures | SkyAlign, 3-Star Align, Solar System Align |
Communication Ports | Aux port for optional hand control |
Database | Over 120,000 objects including 220 of the best deep sky and solar system objects |
$ 319.95 - Sold Out
Celestron SKU: 31042 | Helix SKU: CT31042
If you're looking for a dual-purpose telescope appropriate for both terrestrial and celestial viewing, then the AstroMaster Series is for you. Each AstroMaster model is capable of giving correct views of land and sky.
The AstroMaster Series produce bright, clear images of the Moon and planets. It is easy to see the moons of Jupiter and the rings of Saturn with every one of these fine instruments. For views of the brighter deep space objects like galaxies and nebulae, we recommend the larger aperture and light gathering ability of the Newtonian reflectors.
Aperture (mm) | 114 mm (4.49 in) |
Apparent Field of View | 1 " |
Finderscope | Built-on StarPointer |
Focal Length | 1000 mm (39 in) |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 ... | 20 mm (0.79 in) |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 2 ... | 10 mm (0.39 in) |
Focal Ratio | 8.77 |
Highest Useful Magnification | 269 x |
Light Gathering Power (Comp... | 265 x |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 12.8 |
Linear Field of View (@1000... | 53 ft (16 m) |
Lowest Useful Magnification | 16 x |
Magnification of Eyepiece 1 | 50 x |
Magnification of Eyepiece 2 | 100 x |
Mount Info: | N.A. |
Mount Type | CG-2 Equatorial |
Optical Coatings | Aluminum |
Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector |
Optical Tube Info: | N.A. |
Optical Tube Length | 18 in (457 mm) |
Resolution (Dawes) | 1.02 arc seconds |
Resolution (Rayleigh) | 1.22 arc seconds |
Tripod | 1.25" steel tube legs |
Warranty | 2-year Telescope Warranty |
$ 349.95 - Sold Out
Celestron SKU: 31045 | Helix SKU: CT31045
If you're looking for a dual-purpose telescope appropriate for both terrestrial and celestial viewing, then the AstroMaster Series is for you. Each AstroMaster model is capable of giving correct views of land and sky.
The AstroMaster Series produce bright, clear images of the Moon and planets. It is easy to see the moons of Jupiter and the rings of Saturn with every one of these fine instruments. For views of the brighter deep space objects like galaxies and nebulae, we recommend the larger aperture and light gathering ability of the Newtonian reflectors.
Aperture (mm) | 130 mm (5.12 in) |
Apparent Field of View | 1.5 " |
Finderscope | Built-on StarPointer |
Focal Length | 650 mm (26 in) |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 ... | 20 mm (0.79 in) |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 2 ... | 10 mm (0.39 in) |
Focal Ratio | 5 |
Highest Useful Magnification | 307 x |
Light Gathering Power (Comp... | 345 x |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 13.1 |
Linear Field of View (@1000... | 79 ft (24 m) |
Lowest Useful Magnification | 19 x |
Magnification of Eyepiece 1 | 33 x |
Magnification of Eyepiece 2 | 65 x |
Mount Info: | N.A. |
Mount Type | CG-3 Equatorial |
Optical Coatings | Aluminum |
Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector |
Optical Tube Info: | N.A. |
Optical Tube Length | 24 in (610 mm) |
Resolution (Dawes) | 0.89 arc seconds |
Resolution (Rayleigh) | 1.07 arc seconds |
Tripod | 1.25" steel tube legs |
Warranty | 2-year Telescope Warranty |
$ 379.95 - Sold Out
Celestron SKU: 31051 | Helix SKU: CT31051
If you're looking for a dual-purpose telescope appropriate for both terrestrial and celestial viewing, then the AstroMaster Series is for you. Each AstroMaster model is capable of giving correct views of land and sky.
The AstroMaster Series produce bright, clear images of the Moon and planets. It is easy to see the moons of Jupiter and the rings of Saturn with every one of these fine instruments. For views of the brighter deep space objects like galaxies and nebulae, we recommend the larger aperture and light gathering ability of the Newtonian reflectors.
This model includes the motor drive for automatic tracking.
Aperture (mm) | 130 mm (5.12 in) |
Apparent Field of View | 1.5 " |
Finderscope | Built-on StarPointer |
Focal Length | 650 mm (26 in) |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 ... | 20 mm (0.79 in) |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 2 ... | 10 mm (0.39 in) |
Focal Ratio | 5 |
Highest Useful Magnification | 307 x |
Light Gathering Power (Comp... | 345 x |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 13.1 |
Linear Field of View (@1000... | 79 ft (24 m) |
Lowest Useful Magnification | 19 x |
Magnification of Eyepiece 1 | 33 x |
Magnification of Eyepiece 2 | 65 x |
Mount Info: | N.A. |
Mount Type | CG-3 Equatorial |
Optical Coatings | Aluminum |
Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector |
Optical Tube Info: | N.A. |
Optical Tube Length | 24 in (610 mm) |
Resolution (Dawes) | 0.89 arc seconds |
Resolution (Rayleigh) | 1.07 arc seconds |
Tripod | 1.25" steel tube legs |
Warranty | 2-year Telescope Warranty |
$ 239.95 - Sold Out
Celestron SKU: 21079 | Helix SKU: CT21079
Even beginning stargazers can catch stunning views of the next comet with Celestron’s Cometron 114AZ. Designed specifically for viewing comets, Cometron 114AZ offers a 114 mm parabolic mirror to capture the sharpest views of even dim comets on their journey toward the Sun. Two high-quality Kellner eyepieces are included to enhance your views. The simple Newtonian reflector optical design, altazimuth mount, and included red-dot finderscope make it easy to navigate the night sky. A steel tripod provides stability.
Cometron 114AZ is also a perfect instrument for viewing objects in our solar system and beyond. Its wide field of view renders the Moon, the Milky Way galaxy, and the rings of Saturn in impressive detail. You’ll even be able to observe the moons of Jupiter as well as distant objects like the Orion Nebula.
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Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector |
Aperture (mm) | 114 mm (4.49 in) |
Focal Length | 450 mm (18 in) |
Focal Ratio | 3.95 |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm) | 20mm Kellner mm (0.79 in) |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 2 (mm) | 10mm Kellner mm (0.39 in) |
Finderscope | StarPointer Red Dot Finder |
Mount Info: | |
Mount Type | Alt-azimuth with panning handle |
Tripod | Adjustable, stainless steel |
Tripod Leg Diameter | 1.0in |
Highest Useful Magnification | 269 x |
Lowest Useful Magnification | 16 x |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 12.8 |
Resolution (Rayleigh) | 1.22 arc seconds |
Resolution (Dawes) | 1.02 arc seconds |
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye) | 265 x |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction | 1.35 in (34 mm) |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter | 30% |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area | 9.05% |
Optical Coatings | Aluminum with SiO2 |
Optical Tube Length | 18 in (457 mm) |
Optical Tube Weight | 3.8 lbs (1.72 kg) |
Total Telescope Kit Weight | 8.4 lbs (3.81 kg) |
Mount Height (Max) | 46 in (1168 mm) |
Mount Height (Min) | 29 in (737 mm) |
Warranty | 2-year Telescope Warranty |
$ 199.95 - Sold Out
Celestron SKU: 22103 | Helix SKU: CT22103
Engineered with the beginner in mind, the ExploraScope 114AZ is the perfect telescope to discover the Moon, rings of Saturn, moons of Jupiter, Orion Nebula, and all the best celestial objects. The included red dot finderscope helps you sight objects in the sky and center them in your telescope’s eyepiece. Use the new altitude slow motion rod for precise pointing and following objects as they appear to move across the sky.
ExploraScope comes complete with everything you need to get started with amateur astronomy: 2 eyepieces, a 3x Barlow lens to triple the magnifying power of each eyepiece, an erect image diagonal for correct image orientation, and a full-height aluminum tripod. Plus, you can download Celestron’s SkyPortal app for iOS and Android devices to help locate and learn about celestial objects. With ExploraScope, you get the best out-of-the-box experience in the entry-level price range.
Aperture | 114mm (4.5") |
Barlow Lens | 3x (1.25") |
Eyepiece / Magnification | Erect Image H20mm (1.25") / 50x; Standard SR4mm (1.25") / 250x |
Finderscope | StarPointer red dot finder |
Focal Length | 1000mm |
Focal Ratio | f/9 |
Highest Useful Magnification | 269x |
Light Gathering Power | 265x the unaided eye |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 12.8 |
Lowest Useful Magnification | 16x |
Mount Info: | N.A. |
Optical Coatings | Fully coated glass optics |
Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector |
Optical Tube Info: | N.A. |
Optical Tube Length | 24" |
Other Accessories | SkyPortal app |
Resolution | Rayleigh: 1.22 arc seconds / Dawes Limit: 1.02 arc seconds |
Total Telescope Kit Weight | 6.7 lbs |
Tripod | Aluminum, 52" max height |
Warranty | 2-Years |
$ 71.95 - Sold Out
Celestron SKU: 21024 | Helix SKU: CT21024
FirstScope pays tribute to the men and women who brought us one step closer to understanding the universe around us!
In 1609, world-renowned Italian scientist, Galileo Galilei, introduced an elementary telescope to the growing astronomy community which sparked interest into the mysterious night sky for centuries to come. Four centuries later, Celestron offers the portable FirstScope Telescope. The FirstScope pays tribute to Galileo Galilei and many of history’s most notable astronomers and scientists by displaying their names around the optical tube. We honor the contributions of these men and women, who brought us one step closer to understanding the universe around us.
The FirstScope is a wonderful keepsake for anyone interested in astronomy. This quality Dobsonian style telescope features a 76 mm aperture reflector optical tube. FirstScope is an ideal entry level astronomical telescope. It is very easy to observe with, the user simply navigates the night sky by moving the tube in the direction of their desired object, making the viewing experience a snap! The compact design makes it easy enough to take with you on your next outdoor adventure. FirstScope is also stylish enough to be a decorative fixture on your bookshelf or desk.
Aperture (mm) | 76 mm (2.99 in) |
Focal Length | 300 mm (12 in) |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 ... | 20 mm (0.79 in) |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 2 ... | 4 mm (0.16 in) |
Focal Ratio | 3.95 |
Highest Useful Magnification | 180 x |
Light Gathering Power (Comp... | 118 x |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 11.9 |
Lowest Useful Magnification | 11 x |
Magnification of Eyepiece 1 | 15 x |
Magnification of Eyepiece 2 | 75 x |
Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector |
Optical Tube Info: | N.A. |
Resolution (Dawes) | 1.53 arc seconds |
Resolution (Rayleigh) | 1.83 arc seconds |
Warranty | 2-year Telescope Warranty |
$ 639.95 - Sold Out
Celestron SKU: 31145 | Helix SKU: CT31145
The popularity of our NexStar 114 models inspired us to go bigger! We are proud to introduce NexStar 130 SLT. The NexStar 130 SLT has 30% more light-gathering power than our 114mm telescope.
And the 130 SLT, like the other models in the SLT Series, comes with a fully computerized hand control. The computerized hand control gives you the ability to automatically slew to any of its 4,000+ objects, including over 600 galaxies, 300 clusters and dozens of beautiful binary stars. With its pre-assembled, adjustable steel tripod, the NexStar 130 SLT can be up and ready to use in a matter of minutes. Our new SkyAlign alignment technology and the included StarPointer Finderscope with a red LED, makes aligning a breeze.
View the details of the lunar surface, the rings of Saturn, the polar ice caps on Mars, the cloud belts on Jupiter or a number of the Messier objects such as the globular cluster in Hercules (M13), or the Great Nebula in Orion (M42). Begin to explore some of the fainter Messier objects using the additional light-gathering capabilities of the 130 SLT’s 5" primary mirror.
Because of the Newtonian design, the mirror gives fully color-corrected views that are best suited for astronomical use.
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Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector |
Aperture (mm) | 130 mm (5.12 in) |
Focal Length | 650 mm (26 in) |
Focal Ratio | 5 |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm) | 25 mm (0.98 in) |
Magnification of Eyepiece 1 | 26 x |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 2 (mm) | 9 mm (0.35 in) |
Magnification of Eyepiece 2 | 72 x |
Finderscope | StarPointer |
Mount Info: | |
Mount Type | Motorized Altazimuth |
Accessory Tray | No Tool, Quick release |
Tripod | Steel |
Highest Useful Magnification | 307 x |
Lowest Useful Magnification | 19 x |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 13.1 |
Resolution (Rayleigh) | 1.07 arc seconds |
Resolution (Dawes) | 0.89 arc seconds |
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye) | 345 x |
Apparent Field of View | 1.7 ° |
Linear Field of View (@1000 yds) | 91 ft (28 m) |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction | 1.7 in (43 mm) |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter | 33% |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area | 11% |
Optical Coatings | Aluminum |
Slew Speeds | Nine slew speeds |
Tracking Rates | Sidereal, Solar and Lunar |
Tracking Modes | Alt-Az, EQ North and EQ South |
Alignment Procedures | SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Solar System Align |
Computer Hand Control | Fully Computerized / Flash Upgradeable |
GPS | Optional SkySync GPS Accessory (93969) |
Warranty | 2-year Telescope Warranty |
$ 699.95 - Sold Out
Celestron SKU: 31057 | Helix SKU: CT31057
Omni XLT series features the stable platform of the CG-4 mount and high quality optics. Using aspheric shaping technology in conjunction with hand-figuring the optics, the Omni XLT presents an image with virtually no spherical aberration. We also added our famous StarBright XLT coating system to further enhance light transmission.
Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector |
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Aperture (mm) | 150 mm (5.91 in) |
Focal Length | 750 mm (30 in) |
Focal Ratio | 5 |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm) | 25 mm (0.98 in) |
Magnification of Eyepiece 1 | 30 x |
Finderscope | 6x30 |
Mount Info: | |
Mount Type | Omni CG-4 Equatorial |
Tripod Leg Diameter | 1.75" Stainless |
Highest Useful Magnification | 354 x |
Lowest Useful Magnification | 21 x |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 13.4 |
Resolution (Rayleigh) | 0.93 arc seconds |
Resolution (Dawes) | 0.77 arc seconds |
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye) | 459 x |
Apparent Field of View | 1.67 ° |
Linear Field of View (@1000 yds) | 88 ft (27 m) |
Optical Coatings | StarBright XLT |
Optical Tube Length | 26.5 in (673 mm) |
Optical Tube Weight | 12 lbs (5.44 kg) |
Tripod Weight | 12.5 lbs (5.67 kg) |
Weight of Counterweights | 7 lbs (3.2 kg) and 4 lbs (1.8 kg) |
Warranty | 2-year Telescope Warranty |
$ 194.95 - Sold Out
Celestron SKU: 21045 | Helix SKU: CT21045
PowerSeeker telescopes are a great way to open up the wonders of the Universe to the aspiring astronomer!
The Celestron PowerSeeker series of telescopes is designed to give the first-time buyer the perfect combination of quality, value, features and power. Offering exceptional value, these telescopes feature portable yet powerful designs with ample optical performance to excite any newcomer to the world of amateur astronomy.
Accessory Tray | No-Tool Tray with Eyepiece holder |
Aperture (mm) | 114 mm (4.49 in) |
Apparent Field of View | 0.9 ° |
Barlow Lens | 3 x |
Finderscope | 5x24 |
Focal Length | 900 mm (35 in) |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 ... | 20 mm (0.79 in) |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 2 ... | 4 mm (0.16 in) |
Focal Ratio | 7.89 |
Highest Useful Magnification | 269 x |
Light Gathering Power (Comp... | 265 x |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 12.8 |
Linear Field of View (@1000... | 48 ft (15 m) |
Lowest Useful Magnification | 16 x |
Magnification of Eyepiece 1 | 45 x |
Magnification of Eyepiece 2 | 225 x |
Mount Type | German Equatorial |
Optical Coatings | Aluminum |
Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector |
Optical Tube Length | 34 in (864 mm) |
Resolution (Dawes) | 1.02 arc seconds |
Resolution (Rayleigh) | 1.22 arc seconds |
Secondary Mirror Obstructio... | 4.96% |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction | 1 in (25 mm) |
Tripod | Aluminum |
Warranty | 2-year Telescope Warranty |
$ 219.95 - Sold Out
Celestron SKU: 21049 | Helix SKU: CT21049
Celestron PowerSeeker telescopes are a great way to open up the wonders of the Universe to the aspiring astronomer. The PowerSeeker series is designed to give the first-time telescope user the perfect combination of quality, value, features and power.
Amateur astronomy is a great family hobby that can be enjoyed year round, and Celestron’s PowerSeekers are the ideal choice for an affordable and high quality telescope that will provide many hours of enjoyment for the entire family.
PowerSeekers are quick and easy to set up – even for the novice. No tools are required for assembly!
Their sturdy equatorial mounts are perfect for tracking objects in the night sky, and the collapsible alt-azimuth mounts are perfectly suited for terrestrial (land) viewing as well as astronomical use.
All of Celestron’s PowerSeekers include a full range of eyepieces plus a 3x Barlow lens that provides an increase in viewing power hundreds of times greater than that of the unaided eye!
PowerSeekers are designed and manufactured using all fully coated glass optical components with high transmission coatings for enhanced image brightness and clarity.
Erect Image Optics are ideal for terretrial (land) and astronomical (sky) use.
Locate and identify thousands of celestial objects on your laptop or PC with “TheSky®” Level 1 software included FREE with every PowerSeeker model.
Accessory Tray | No-Tool Tray with Eyepiece holder |
Aperture (mm) | 127 mm (5 in) |
Apparent Field of View | 0.8 " |
Barlow Lens | 3 x |
Finderscope | 5x24 |
Focal Length | 1000 mm (39 in) |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 ... | 20 mm (0.79 in) |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 2 ... | 4 mm (0.16 in) |
Focal Ratio | 7.87 |
Highest Useful Magnification | 300 x |
Light Gathering Power (Comp... | 329 x |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 13 |
Linear Field of View (@1000... | 43 ft (13 m) |
Lowest Useful Magnification | 18 x |
Magnification of Eyepiece 1 | 50 x |
Magnification of Eyepiece 2 | 250 x |
Mount Info: | N.A. |
Mount Type | German Equatorial |
Optical Coatings | Aluminum |
Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector |
Optical Tube Info: | N.A. |
Optical Tube Length | 20 in (508 mm) |
Resolution (Dawes) | 0.91 arc seconds |
Resolution (Rayleigh) | 1.1 arc seconds |
Secondary Mirror Obstructio... | 10% |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction | 1.6 in (41 mm) |
Tripod | Aluminum |
Warranty | 2-year Telescope Warranty |
$ 949.95 - Sold Out
Celestron SKU: 31153 | Helix SKU: CT31153
THE SMARTEST TELESCOPE IN THE UNIVERSE!
A truly revolutionary product with ground breaking technology, SkyProdigy™ is the product of a culmination of decades of telescope advancements. It combines electronic motors, an intelligent on-board computer, a digital camera and StarSense™ technology to create an automatic, instant alignment telescope that requires no input from the user. Simply turn it on, push a button and enjoy the view! It’s that easy.
The SkyProdigy’s automatic alignment process takes only a few minutes, then you will be ready to select from thousands of objects to view. Not sure what to look at? Select the Sky Tour option; this feature offers a customized list of the best objects in the sky to view for your exact time and location anywhere in the world!
NO KNOWLEDGE OF THE NIGHT SKY IS REQUIRED. ONE TOUCH INNOVATION TURNS ANYONE INTO AN INSTANT ASTRONOMER!
Celestron’s SkyProdigy telescopes use an integrated imaging camera and patented StarSense Technology to automatically align with the night sky and determine where the telescope is currently pointing. The camera automatically captures an image of the sky, which is processed internally to positively identify the stars in the image. Once a positive match is found, SkyProdigy determines the coordinates of the center of the captured image. The process is automatically repeated two more times so that the system has three known alignment points that can be used to make an accurate model of the night sky. From this information the user can select any celestial object in the hand controller’s database, and SkyProdigy will automatically move itself to the correct position.
*THE SKYPRODIGY’S INTERNAL CAMERA DOES NOT HAVE AN EXTERNAL OUTPUT ALLOWING USERS TO VIEW OR SAVE THE CAPTURED IMAGES. THE CAPTURED IMAGES ARE USED INTERNALLY SOLELY FOR THE PURPOSE OF SELF-ALIGNING THE SKYPRODIGY TELESCOPE.
Optical Tube Info: | |
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Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector |
Aperture (mm) | 130 mm (5.12 in) |
Focal Length | 650 mm (26 in) |
Focal Ratio | 5 |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm) | 25 mm (0.98 in) |
Magnification of Eyepiece 1 | 26 x |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 2 (mm) | 9 mm (0.35 in) |
Magnification of Eyepiece 2 | 72 x |
Finderscope | StarPointer |
Mount Info: | |
Mount Type | Motorized Altazimuth |
Accessory Tray | No Tool, Quick release |
Tripod | Steel |
Highest Useful Magnification | 307 x |
Lowest Useful Magnification | 19 x |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 13.1 |
Resolution (Rayleigh) | 1.07 arc seconds |
Resolution (Dawes) | 0.89 arc seconds |
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye) | 345 x |
Apparent Field of View | 1.9 ° |
Linear Field of View (@1000 yds) | 103 ft (31 m) |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter | 29% |
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area | 8.59% |
Optical Coatings | Aluminum with SiO2 overcoat |
Slew Speeds | Nine slew speeds |
Tracking Rates | Sidereal, Solar and Lunar |
Tracking Modes | Alt-Az |
Alignment Procedures | StarSense Automatic Alignment, Solar System Align, Manual Align |
Computer Hand Control | Fully Computerized |
Warranty | 2-year Telescope Warranty |