Celestron NexStar Evolution 8" SCT Telescope

Experience a smarter, more convenient way to explore the night sky with the Celestron NexStar Evolution, the first Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope featuring integrated WiFi. Designed to simplify telescope control and alignment, the NexStar Evolution allows you to leave the traditional hand controller behind and navigate the heavens directly from your smartphone or tablet. Connect your mobile device to the telescope’s built-in wireless network and take control using the SkyPortal Powered by SkySafari™ mobile app for iOS and Android. With a simple tap, you can select celestial targets and command the telescope to automatically slew toward them, making it easier to explore the night sky without complicated controls. The integrated planetarium interface provides a real-time representation of the sky, helping you identify and explore stars, planets, and other celestial objects visible from your location. You can also generate a list of currently visible targets based on your exact observing time and location, making it easier to plan each session. Setup is equally straightforward. Celestron’s proprietary SkyAlign alignment procedure is built directly into the SkyPortal app, allowing you to align the telescope quickly and begin observing within minutes. Combining advanced computerized control, integrated wireless connectivity, and an intuitive mobile experience, the NexStar Evolution makes astronomy more accessible while providing experienced observers with a convenient and modern way to explore the universe.

The most user-friendly telescope ever

Celestron engineers designed NexStar Evolution based on years of customer feedback. It offers many thoughtful design features that combine to provide you the best possible experience out under the stars. Forget about batteries or an external power supply. For the first time ever on a consumer telescope, NexStar Evolution includes its own built-in battery. With this ultra-long life lithium-iron phosphate battery, you’ll be able to enjoy stargazing marathons up to 10 hours on a single charge. You can even use NexStar Evolution’s USB charge port to top off the other devices in your life that need to stay powered on during an observing session. An intelligent power management system senses when battery levels are low and goes into power-saving mode to keep your telescope running for as long as possible. Setting up your NexStar Evolution is quick and painless with large, ergonomic handles. The all-metal tripod features a metal accessory tray with indentations for storing and carrying the tripod. During setup, leg etchings help you achieve a level, uniform height for your telescope. Manual clutches in both altitude and azimuth offer greater flexibility to manually point the telescope when powered off. Store up to 7 eyepieces in 2 accessory trays, one with an adjustable red LED illuminator.

Superior tracking fit for astroimaging

If you’re interested in astroimaging, the 8-inch NexStar Evolution is an excellent, affordable way to get started. It’s the only fork-mounted telescope in its price range that offers brass worm gears, along with improved motors. NexStar Evolution’s tracking accuracy is so impressive, you can capture images of deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula by simply attaching your DSLR camera. As you progress in the hobby of astroimaging, you can add our HD Pro Wedge to achieve longer exposures for more detailed astrophotos. NexStar Evolution compatible with the wedge when used with the CPC tripod (sold separately). Of course, the Schmidt-Cassegrain optical system offers bright, sharp views with StarBright XLT optical coatings—a great choice for visual observers and budding astroimagers alike. NexStar Evolution is equipped with 4 auxiliary ports--2 on top of the fork and 2 on the bottom. A classic NexStar+ hand control is included, but is not necessary when using NexStar Evolution with the mobile app. The telescope also includes a StarPointer finderscope, two 1.25” Plossl eyepieces, a 1.25” star diagonal, and an AC adapter.

Features

• Explore the Universe and control your NexStar Evolution telescope with the free Celestron SkyPortal Powered by SkySafariTM app app for iOS and Android!
• Compact, portable 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube with StarBright XLT optical coatings and Fastar compatibility
• Computerized GoTo mount with high-performance brass worm gears and motors for improved tracking accuracy, along with reduced gear backlash
• Rechargeable lithium-iron phosphate battery with enough power for 10 hours of continuous observing
• Improved industrial design with manual clutches and integrated carry handles, plus the added convenience of two accessory trays and a USB charge port for your smart device