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Reddit mentions of Celestron - NexStar 6SE Telescope - Computerized Telescope for Beginners and Advanced Users - Fully-Automated GoTo Mount - SkyAlign Technology - 40,000+ Celestial Objects - 6-Inch Primary Mirror
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We found 6 Reddit mentions of Celestron - NexStar 6SE Telescope - Computerized Telescope for Beginners and Advanced Users - Fully-Automated GoTo Mount - SkyAlign Technology - 40,000+ Celestial Objects - 6-Inch Primary Mirror. Here are the top ones.
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NEXSTAR COMPUTERIZED TELESCOPE: The NexStar 6SE Computerized Telescope features Celestron’s iconic orange tube design with updated technology and the latest features for amazing stargazing for beginners and experienced observers.6-INCH APERTURE: The six-inch primary mirror in this Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope for adults and kids to be used together packs enough light-gathering ability to observe the best that our Solar System has to offer, while retaining a compact form factor.FULLY-AUTOMATED GOTO MOUNT: Featuring a database of more than 40,000 celestial objects, the GoTo mount built into our telescopes for astronomy beginners automatically locates and tracks objects for you.EASY TO ASSEMBLE AND BREAK DOWN: The single fork arm design and sturdy steel tripod all assemble and break down from separate components for easy transportation. SkyAlign technology gets your telescope aligned and ready in minutes.BONUS FREE STARRY NIGHT SOFTWARE: The NexStar 6SE Telescope includes a FREE download of one of the top consumer rated astronomy software programs for an interactive sky simulation.UNBEATABLE WARRANTY AND CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from the world’s #1 telescope brand, based in California since 1960. You’ll also receive a two-year warranty and unlimited access to technical support from our team of US-based experts.
Specs:
| Color | Orange |
| Height | 11.99999998776 Inches |
| Length | 32.0078739831 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Release date | June 2003 |
| Size | Nexstar 6SE Telescope |
| Weight | 21 Pounds |
| Width | 25.99999997348 Inches |
Hey! Thanks for the reply :) I dont really care about Photography yet and would rather just do visual. Id love to get it but I imagine the weight and size being a big problem in moving it (30KG).
What about a [Celestron Nexstar6SE] (https://www.amazon.de/gp/aw/d/B000GUKTDM/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1496282160&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=celestron&dpPl=1&dpID=31eM8Sy0kFL&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1) ? How inferior is it compared to a 8inch dob?
I see. It's cool that most telescopes (even entry level) those days have built-in tracking software, maybe they're hackable to track launch.
I was thinking this or this
> 6SE
https://www.amazon.com/Celestron-NexStar-6-SE-Telescope/dp/B000GUKTDM
This is the other one you mentioned. Seems to be fairly the same as the cheaper 127 slt. What would make you buy this over the cheaper one, is it more price point, or am I gaining something of definitely more value, or usefulness?
Imho it looks vastly overpriced for what it is - the standard 650mm FL celestron tube with a computer mount.
Better would be this
Or maybe a dobsonian
Also allow some room to buy some eyepieces
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I'd recommend a Celestron NexStar 6 SE. It fits within your budget and allows you some leftover for accessories.
They're solid telescopes, with a good mount. The Schmidt-Cassegrain design is somewhat of a compromise, but it is a jack-of-all-trades master-of-none kind of design, which seems like it would do nicely for the various things you would like to be able to do. It's relatively compact and portable, but has a large aperture for its size.
As /u/twilightmoons pointed out, you can use a 45-degree prism for upright viewing of terrestrial objects like when birding. You might also want to pick up a high quality eyepiece or two, they make such a difference in how enjoyable a scope is to use.
Have always admired astrophotography from afar, but have decided to jump in. Luckily I do have some money to spend on my hobbies. And instead of getting something I would outgrow Im going to get a more expensive scope. The one that has jumped out to me is the Celestron NexStar 8 SE . I might go down to the 6/5 SE.
What are my goals? Id like to us my Nikon D3300 and scope,, with the obviously needed T Ring and adapter for planetary images and some DSO as my next step. I know I will also need a wedge for polar alignment with the 6/8 SE. My question is will this scope be able to help me meet my goals?
Also, I am not located in a dark sky area, I have to travel a couple hours to get there.