Advanced VX 8" SCT

NEW dual saddle plate is compatible with the narrow dovetail and larger CGE dovetail. NOTE: Works with Celestron CGE dovetail, but not Losmandy D dovetails, which are about 1mm wider. 8” (203 mm) f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain includes StarBright XLT coatings for better light transmission 84% more light gathering than a 6” telescope. 6x30 optical finderscope for locating alignment stars Integer gear ratios and permanently programmable Periodic Error Correction eliminates recurring track errors from the worm gear. Autoguider port for long exposure imaging Can be used between 7 – 77° latitude.   Description 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 read