Celestron Advanced VX 8" SCT Telescope
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Celestron Advanced VX 8" Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope
A Compact Powerhouse for Imaging and Observation
The Celestron Advanced VX 8" Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope offers an excellent blend of performance, portability, and value. Ideal for visual astronomers and aspiring imagers, this kit combines the popular 8" Schmidt-Cassegrain OTA with Celestron’s feature-packed Advanced VX equatorial mount. With a lightweight optical tube, smart software tools, and serious astrophotography features, it’s the perfect setup for skywatchers ready to take their hobby to the next level.
Key Features
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8" f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain Optical Tube
A versatile performer with 2032mm focal length and 843x light-gathering power. -
StarBright XLT Coatings
Enhanced transmission for brighter, more contrast-rich images. -
Advanced VX German Equatorial Mount
Reliable tracking with support for astrophotography essentials like PEC, autoguiding, and meridian flip imaging. -
Compatible Dual Saddle Plate
Works with CG-5 and CGE dovetails, as well as longer Vixen-format plates. -
Included Accessories
25mm eyepiece (81x), 1.25" star diagonal, 6x30 finderscope, 12 lb counterweight, and NexStar+ hand control.
Schmidt-Cassegrain Versatility
The 8" Schmidt-Cassegrain OTA is a proven all-rounder. Whether you’re observing lunar craters, planetary detail, or deep-sky objects like globular clusters and galaxies, this scope delivers crisp, high-contrast views. It offers 84% more light-gathering than a 6" telescope in a tube that’s compact and easy to transport.
Advanced VX Mount
Celestron’s Advanced VX mount includes premium features often reserved for more expensive mounts:
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30 lb payload capacity
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All-Star Polar Alignment and PPEC
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GoTo system with 40,000+ celestial objects
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Robust 2” steel tripod with wide stance for extra stability
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Three AUX ports, USB, and autoguider input
Software Suite
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Celestron PWI (CPWI)
Developed with PlaneWave Instruments, CPWI offers graphical control, precision alignment models, and full ASCOM compatibility for third-party software integration. -
Starry Night Special Edition
Plan sessions, simulate the sky, and control your telescope via PC with this advanced software package.
Optical Tube Specifications
| Optical Design | Schmidt-Cassegrain |
| Aperture | 203.2mm (8") |
| Focal Length | 2032mm (f/10) |
| Included Eyepiece | 25mm (81x magnification) |
| Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 14 |
| Max Magnification | 480x |
| Resolution (Rayleigh/Dawes) | 0.69"/0.57" |
| Light Gathering Power | 843x human eye |
| Secondary Obstruction | 64mm (31% by diameter) |
| Optical Coatings | StarBright XLT |
| Tube Length | 432mm (17") |
| Tube Weight | 12.5 lbs (5.9 kg) |
| Dovetail | CG-5 style |
Mount Specifications
| Mount Type | Computerised German Equatorial |
| Instrument Load Capacity | 30 lbs (13.6 kg) |
| Height Range | 1118–1626mm (44–64") |
| Latitude Range | 7°–77° |
| Tripod Leg Diameter | 2" (50.8mm) |
| Mount Head Weight | 17 lbs (7.71 kg) |
| Counterweights | 1 × 12 lbs |
| Slew Speeds | Up to 4°/second |
| Tracking Modes | EQ North / EQ South |
| PEC | Yes |
| Ports | USB, autoguider, 3 AUX |
| Power Requirement | 12V DC, 3.5A |
| Hand Control | NexStar+ with 40,000+ object database |
Included in the Box
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8" Schmidt-Cassegrain Optical Tube
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Advanced VX Equatorial Mount
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2" Steel Tripod with Accessory Tray
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NexStar+ Hand Control
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25mm Eyepiece
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1.25” Star Diagonal
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6x30 Finderscope
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12 lb Counterweight
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DC Power Cable (item# 18769)
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Hand Control Holster
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Starry Night Software Download
Total Kit Weight
59.5 lbs (27 kg)
Solar Safety Warning
Never view the Sun without a dedicated solar filter. Doing so may cause permanent eye damage or blindness. Always supervise telescope use around children.
Item #: 12026 / 12026-CGL
Model: Advanced VX 8" Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope Kit
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