Celestron NexStar 8 GPS (480 x 203mm) Telescope

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(4.50 out of 5) from 2 reviews

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NexStar 8

(4.00 out of 5) by jkzimm on May 20, 2003

Pros: Superior optics, ease of tranport, ease of use, GOTO technology.
Cons: Limited to mostly visual use, flimsy tripod.
The Bottom Line: Great value for the money if you want a high performance, visual instrument with GOTO capability at a reasonable price.

I've had the NexStar 8 Since January 2002. Overall, I really like this instrument It is lightweigh ...
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good scope, good price

(5.00 out of 5) by robertfields on Oct 25, 2002

Pros: Excellent scope of highest quality, Standard goto features that are easy to follow.
Cons: Probably not suited for prime focus astrophotography.
The Bottom Line: Excellent scope overall, Finest optics and highest quality. Probably lacking in terms of prime focus long term astrophotograpy because of less accurate tracking.

I purchased the nexstar 8 after a review of the telescopes available in this goto class. I considere ...
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