Celestron - Advanced VX 8” EdgeHD Computerized Telescope - GoTo German Equatorial Mount - 8-Inch EdgeHD Optical Tube - Telescope for Astroimaging - 30 lb Payload Capacity

The Celestron EdgeHD 8” Telescope is the quintessential optical instrument for both budding astronomers and seasoned astrophotographers alike. This advanced model integrates an impressive EdgeHD optical design that historically corrects coma and field curvature, providing a stunningly flat field of view, which allows for breathtakingly detailed images of celestial bodies. Coupled with StarBright XLT coatings, the telescope guarantees superior light transmission, ensuring...

The Celestron EdgeHD 8” Telescope is the quintessential optical instrument for both budding astronomers and seasoned astrophotographers alike. This advanced model integrates an impressive EdgeHD optical design that historically corrects coma and field curvature, providing a stunningly flat field of view, which allows for breathtakingly detailed images of celestial bodies. Coupled with StarBright XLT coatings, the telescope guarantees superior light transmission, ensuring every image captured is vibrant and rich in detail. Designed to support payloads of up to 30 lbs, it is both compact and portable, making it easier to set up and transport for those spontaneous night sky adventuring.

What makes this telescope truly versatile is its adaptability in focus ratios. With a native f/10 and an optional reducer for f/7 or f/2 with Fastar/Hyperstar compatibility, it caters to various imaging styles and ensures a customizable astronomical experience. No other telescope offers the same array of features, including programmable periodic error correction (PPEC), an autoguider port for those long exposure shots, and compatibility with different optical tubes thanks to the dual saddle dovetail plate.

Moreover, the setup process of the Celestron EdgeHD is user-friendly, specially designed for ease of alignment and tracking. The All-Star Polar Alignment and included CPWI software make this telescope one of the most intuitive on the market. Accessories such as a Celestron Power Tank provide further convenience by powering the mount during those extended observational sessions. With all of these features packaged into one robust telescope, users will discover limitless possibilities in their cosmic explorations.

This telescope isn’t merely a tool; it’s an entryway to the universe. Whether capturing stunning images of distant galaxies or enjoying visual observation of the moon's craters, this telescope is a game-changer for any astronomy enthusiast.