Celestron StarSense Explorer 8" Dobsonian
Celestron StarSense Explorer 8-inch Dobsonian
The Celestron StarSense Explorer 8-inch Dobsonian is a large-aperture Newtonian reflector combined with smartphone-based navigation. With patented StarSense technology, it identifies celestial objects in real time and guides users to their target with precision.
Key Features
Optical Design: 8” Newtonian reflector with XLT optical coatings
Navigation: StarSense smartphone dock with patented LISA algorithm
Mount: Robust Dobsonian base with large altitude bearings and adjustable brake system
Focuser: 2” Crayford focuser with 1.25” adapter and extension tube
Portability: Ergonomic carry handles on both tube and base
Optical Performance
The 8-inch aperture offers excellent light-gathering power for planetary, lunar, and deep-sky observing. View Saturn’s rings, Jupiter’s moons, Orion Nebula, Lagoon Nebula dust lanes, and galaxies such as Andromeda. Compared to smaller models, this telescope captures over 240% more light, providing brighter, more detailed views of faint objects.
Design & Stability
The Dobsonian base uses Teflon bearings, reinforced side panels, and a panning knob for smooth, controlled motion. The Crayford focuser allows precise focusing, supporting both 1.25” and 2” eyepieces.
| RRP Price | $1,549.00 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Celestron |
| Warranty Information | 2 Years |
| Optical Design | Reflector |
| Aperture | 203mm |
| Lowest Practical Power | 29x |
| Highest Practical Power | 480x |
| Focal Length | 1200mm |
| Focal Ratio | f/5.9 |
| Eyepieces | Plossl 25mm |
| Finderscope | StarPointer™ red-dot finderscope |
| Mount Type | Dobsonian Alt-Azimuth |
| Optical Tube Dimensions | 1117.6mm x 241.3mm |
| Optical Tube Weight | 9.34kg |
| Shipping Dimensions | OTA: 125 x 48 x 47cm3 Base: 74 x 60 x 15cm3 |
| Shipping Weight | OTA: 15.06kg Base: 15.15kg |
Optical tube
Dobsonian Base
25mm eyepiece
2" Crayford focuser
StarPointer™ red-dot finderscope
StarSense Explorer dock
StarSense Explorer unlock code
Eyepiece rack
Collimation cap
Celestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software


