Celestron Nexstar 5SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope and Eyepiece Accessory Bundle
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Celestron’s signature orange-tube telescope combines advanced features and excellent optics in one easy-to-use system, the Celestron Nexstar 5SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope. The NexStar SE is compatible with high-tech accessories such as providing GPS coordinates to your telescope with SkySync, or add automatic alignment functionality with StarSense AutoAlign. From your first observing session and for years to come, the NexStar 5SE is your trusted companion. The Celestron Telescope Eypiece/Filter Accessory Kit gives you every addition you need to view the most amazing sky objects in vivid clarity. The Celestron Nexstar 5SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope and Eyepiece Accessory Bundle gives you everything you need to conquer the night sky.
View the Universe
With a full 5 inches of aperture, the 5SE reveals details in even the faintest celestial objects. The 5SE Telescope provides a focal length of 1250mm and a focal ratio of f/10 to give you incredibly long reach. With this much light-gathering ability, you’ll clearly observe Cassini’s Division in Saturn’s rings, the cloud bands on Jupiter, and the Great Red Spot. Beyond the solar system, your 5SE will show you hundreds of pinpoint stars in the Hercules Globular Cluster, the spiral arms of the Whirlpool Galaxy, and more.
NexStar Computer System
This is a computerized telescope equipped with the on-board NexStar computer system. That system includes a library preloaded with 40,000 objects. A corresponding GPS system that quickly and accurately finds any of those objects after just a few button presses. The computer system is preprogrammed with SkyTours so that you don't have to manually readjust the telescope for every celestial object you look at. View your celestial objects with NexStar+ hand control.
Motorized Tripod Mount
The aluminum tripod mount of the 5SE Telescope offers automated movement, working with the scope to align with any object in the onboard computer system. The tripod has a camera control feature so that you can remotely take a series of timed exposures with your DSLR camera. The tripod also features a built-in wedge for help with short-exposure astrophotography.
High Quality Construction
The 5SE is made with a sturdy build and high quality components for pointing and tracking accuracy. This telescope combines an orange tube and advanced optics. Celestron's patented single fork arm mount is portable and makes for faster setup. The NexStar 5SE breaks down into lightweight and compact pieces for easy transport.
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| Aperture | 5-Inch/125mm |
| Finder Scope | StarPointer |
| Mount Design | Altazimuth (AZ) |
| Mount Operation | Computerized Go To |
| Configuration | Bundle 3 |
| Wi-Fi Ready | Yes |
| Optical Design | Schmidt-Cassegrain |
| Eyepiece Diameter | 2" |
| Optical Design | Schmidt-Cassegrain |
| Aperture | 125mm (4.92") |
| Focal Length | 1250mm (49") |
| Focal Ratio | f/10 |
| Focal Length of Eyepiece | 25mm (.98") |
| Magnification of Eyepiece | 50x |
| Finderscope | StarPointer |
| Star Diagonal | 1.25" Star Diagonal |
| Optical Tube | Aluminum |
| Highest Useful Magnification | 295x |
| Lowest Useful Magnification | 18x |
| Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 13 |
| Resolution (Rayleigh) | 1.11 arc seconds |
| Resolution (Dawes) | 0.93 arc seconds |
| Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye) | 329x |
| Secondary Mirror Obstruction | 51mm (2.0") |
| Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter | 40% |
| Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area | 16.6% |
| Optical Coatings | StarBright XLT |
| Optical Tube Length | 330mm (13") |
| Optical Tube Diameter | 152mm (6") |
| Optical Tube Weight | 6 lbs (2.7 kg) |
| Dovetail | Vixen / CG-5 Dovetail bar |
| Mount Type | Computerized Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm |
| Instrument load capacity | 10 lbs (4.54 kg) |
| Height adjustment range (includes mount and tripod) | 939.8mm - 2397mm (37" - 55") |
| Tripod leg diameter | 50.8mm (2") Stainless Steel |
| Mount Head Weight | 7 lbs (3.2 kg) |
| Accessory Tray | Yes |
| Tripod Weight | 10 lbs (4.54 kg) |
| Slew Speeds | 9 slew speeds - max speed 3°/second |
| Tracking Rates | Sidereal, Solar and Lunar |
| Tracking Modes | Alt-Az, EQ North & EQ South |
| Dovetail Compatibility | Vixen / CG-5 dovetail |
| Number of Auxiliary ports | 1x Aux port |
| USB port | Yes, Hand Control input |
| Power Requirements | 8-AA batteries (not included) | 12 VDC-750 mA (Tip positive) |
| Motor Drive | DC servo motors |
| Alignment Procedures | SkyAlign, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Auto 2-Star Align, Solar System Align, EQ North / EQ South Alignment (EQ align requires an equatorial wedge) |
| Periodic Error Correction | No |
| Computerized Hand Control | Double line, 18 character Liquid Crystal Display with 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons |
| NexStar+ Database | 38,181 accessible objects. Enhanced information on over 200 objects. |
| Software | Celestron's Starry Night Special Edition Software, SkyPortal App |
| Total Kit Weight | 17.6 lbs (8 kg) |
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You will receive a full refund when you return an item in its original manufacturer’s packaging, undamaged and unmarked. If the item you are returning is priced at less than $35, you will be charged a 15% restocking fee. Please note you will not be refunded any shipping charges.
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How many days do I have to make a return?
You have 30 days to make a return. During the holiday season, from November 1 to December 31, we extend the return window to 60 days.
My item was damaged in transit. How do I place a return?
My item was damaged in transit. How do I place a return?
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Can I exchange an item?
Can I exchange an item?
We do not currently offer exchanges. Please return the item you purchased within 30 days and order what you’d like instead.
If I ordered a kit, do I have to return all the items?
If I ordered a kit, do I have to return all the items?
If you ordered a kit, you must return all components and accessories to receive a full refund.
I ordered a product that included a free item. I’d like to return it, do I need to return the free item as well?
I ordered a product that included a free item. I’d like to return it, do I need to return the free item as well?
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What is your return policy?
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