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Connect to the mount
Use built-in WiFi with SkyPortal on a compatible phone or tablet, or use the included NexStar+ hand control.
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Celestron
Celestron NexStar Evolution 8 Telescope
$4,149.00
$5,199.00
-20%
203.2 mm optics with Evolution GoTo control
Celestron NexStar Evolution 8 combines SCT optics with a rechargeable, WiFi-enabled mount for visual astronomy and short-exposure imaging.
203.2 mmaperture
Schmidt-Cassegrain optics
StarBright XLT coatings and a folded optical path bring substantial aperture to a compact optical tube.
2032 mmfocal length
Two starting magnifications
The included 40 mm and 13 mm eyepieces give approximately 51x and 156x. Start at lower power to find and frame a target.
GoTomotorised pointing
Align, then select a target
After you centre three bright stars with SkyAlign, the mount can locate selected objects and track them for comfortable observing.
Manual clutches and carry handles
The single-fork Evolution mount combines motorised pointing with manual movement in altitude and azimuth. Carry handles and accessory trays make the observing setup easier to manage.
Worm gears drive both axes, while the altitude and azimuth clutches allow manual positioning for setup and storage.
Three stars, then motorised target finding
02
Centre three bright stars
SkyAlign guides you through centring three bright stars. You do not need to know their names; this step establishes where the telescope is pointing.
03
Select an object
Choose a target after alignment and let GoTo move the telescope. Tracking keeps the view centred as the Earth rotates. Evolution setup manual.
Rechargeable power built into the mount
Up to 10 hoursRated observing runtime from the integrated battery. Actual endurance varies with use.
LiFePO4 batteryRechargeable lithium iron phosphate chemistry. Use the supplied AC adapter to charge the telescope.
USB chargingThe mount’s USB output can top up a smart device during an observing session.
Fully charge before the first session. During storage, recharge every 3 to 6 months rather than leaving the battery flat.
Plan the imaging accessories and connections
Visual and short-exposure use
The supplied alt-azimuth mount tracks objects for eyepiece observing. Lunar and planetary imaging uses an additional camera and suitable adapters.
Long-exposure deep-sky imaging
Alt-azimuth tracking still allows the field to rotate during long exposures. The optional Celestron 93665 wedge lists Evolution 8 compatibility. It fits between mount and tripod; polar alignment is required for equatorial tracking.
Four AUX ports
The hand control can use any AUX port. There is no built-in GPS, autoguide port or periodic error correction.
In the box
NexStar Evolution 8 optical tube
Single-fork mount and stainless-steel tripod
Accessory tray
Integrated WiFi and rechargeable battery
NexStar+ hand control
40 mm and 13 mm 1.25-inch eyepieces
Red-dot finder
1.25-inch visual back and star diagonal
AC adapter
Good to know
Allow for the complete setup
The assembled kit weighs approximately 18.4 kg. Plan transport and assembly around the tube, mount and tripod.
Manual movement resets alignment
Release the clutches for setup or storage. If you move an aligned telescope manually, repeat alignment before using GoTo.
Solar observing requires specialist protection
Never look at the Sun without a suitable, securely fitted front aperture solar filter. Never project the Sun or use an eyepiece solar filter or Herschel wedge. Permanent eye injury can result. Supervise children.
Specifications
Optics
Optical Design
Schmidt-Cassegrain
Aperture
203.2mm (8")
Focal Length
2032mm (80")
Focal Ratio
f/10
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1
40mm (1.57")
Magnification of Eyepiece 1
51x
Focal Length of Eyepiece 2
13mm (.51")
Magnification of Eyepiece 2
156x
Finderscope
Red Dot Finderscope
Star Diagonal
1.25" Star Diagonal
Optical Tube
Aluminium
Nominal maximum useful magnification
480x (conditions permitting)
Lowest Useful Magnification
29x
Limiting Stellar Magnitude
14
Resolution (Rayleigh)
0.69 arc seconds
Resolution (Dawes)
0.57 arc seconds
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye)
843x
Secondary Mirror Obstruction
64mm (2.5")
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter
31%
Optical Coatings
StarBright XLT
Optical Tube Length
432mm (17")
Optical Tube Diameter
238mm (9.37")
Optical Tube Weight
5.67 kg
Dovetail
CG-5 Dovetail bar
Mount and power
Mount Type
Computerised Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm
Instrument load capacity
11 kg
Height adjustment range (includes mount and tripod)
1193.8mm to 1752.6mm (47" to 69")
Tripod Leg Diameter
38.1mm (1.5") Stainless Steel
Mount Head Weight
7 kg
Accessory Tray
Yes
Tripod Weight
5.44 kg
Slew Speeds
9 slew speeds to max speed 4°/second
Tracking Rates
Sidereal, Solar and Lunar
Tracking Modes
Alt-Az, EQ North and EQ South
GPS
Not built in
Dovetail Compatibility
CG-5 saddle plate
Number of Auxiliary Ports
4 AUX ports; hand control can use any port
Autoguide Port
No
USB Port
Hand control USB input; mount USB charging output
Motor Drive
DC servo motors
Periodic Error Correction
No
Computerized Hand Control
2 line x 18 character backlit Liquid Crystal Display, 19 LED backlit buttons, USB 2.0 Port for PC connection
Software
Celestron Starry Night Special Edition Software and SkyPortal App
Approximate assembled kit weight
18.37 kg
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203.2 mm optics with Evolution GoTo control
Celestron NexStar Evolution 8 combines SCT optics with a rechargeable, WiFi-enabled mount for visual astronomy and short-exposure imaging.
203.2 mmaperture
Schmidt-Cassegrain optics
StarBright XLT coatings and a folded optical path bring substantial aperture to a compact optical tube.
2032 mmfocal length
Two starting magnifications
The included 40 mm and 13 mm eyepieces give approximately 51x and 156x. Start at lower power to find and frame a target.
GoTomotorised pointing
Align, then select a target
After you centre three bright stars with SkyAlign, the mount can locate selected objects and track them for comfortable observing.
Manual clutches and carry handles
The single-fork Evolution mount combines motorised pointing with manual movement in altitude and azimuth. Carry handles and accessory trays make the observing setup easier to manage.
Worm gears drive both axes, while the altitude and azimuth clutches allow manual positioning for setup and storage.
Three stars, then motorised target finding
01
Connect to the mount
Use built-in WiFi with SkyPortal on a compatible phone or tablet, or use the included NexStar+ hand control.
02
Centre three bright stars
SkyAlign guides you through centring three bright stars. You do not need to know their names; this step establishes where the telescope is pointing.
03
Select an object
Choose a target after alignment and let GoTo move the telescope. Tracking keeps the view centred as the Earth rotates. Evolution setup manual.
Rechargeable power built into the mount
Up to 10 hoursRated observing runtime from the integrated battery. Actual endurance varies with use.
LiFePO4 batteryRechargeable lithium iron phosphate chemistry. Use the supplied AC adapter to charge the telescope.
USB chargingThe mount’s USB output can top up a smart device during an observing session.
Fully charge before the first session. During storage, recharge every 3 to 6 months rather than leaving the battery flat.
Plan the imaging accessories and connections
Visual and short-exposure use
The supplied alt-azimuth mount tracks objects for eyepiece observing. Lunar and planetary imaging uses an additional camera and suitable adapters.
Long-exposure deep-sky imaging
Alt-azimuth tracking still allows the field to rotate during long exposures. The optional Celestron 93665 wedge lists Evolution 8 compatibility. It fits between mount and tripod; polar alignment is required for equatorial tracking.
Four AUX ports
The hand control can use any AUX port. There is no built-in GPS, autoguide port or periodic error correction.
In the box
NexStar Evolution 8 optical tube
Single-fork mount and stainless-steel tripod
Accessory tray
Integrated WiFi and rechargeable battery
NexStar+ hand control
40 mm and 13 mm 1.25-inch eyepieces
Red-dot finder
1.25-inch visual back and star diagonal
AC adapter
Good to know
Allow for the complete setup
The assembled kit weighs approximately 18.4 kg. Plan transport and assembly around the tube, mount and tripod.
Manual movement resets alignment
Release the clutches for setup or storage. If you move an aligned telescope manually, repeat alignment before using GoTo.
Solar observing requires specialist protection
Never look at the Sun without a suitable, securely fitted front aperture solar filter. Never project the Sun or use an eyepiece solar filter or Herschel wedge. Permanent eye injury can result. Supervise children.
Specifications
Optics
Optical Design
Schmidt-Cassegrain
Aperture
203.2mm (8")
Focal Length
2032mm (80")
Focal Ratio
f/10
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1
40mm (1.57")
Magnification of Eyepiece 1
51x
Focal Length of Eyepiece 2
13mm (.51")
Magnification of Eyepiece 2
156x
Finderscope
Red Dot Finderscope
Star Diagonal
1.25" Star Diagonal
Optical Tube
Aluminium
Nominal maximum useful magnification
480x (conditions permitting)
Lowest Useful Magnification
29x
Limiting Stellar Magnitude
14
Resolution (Rayleigh)
0.69 arc seconds
Resolution (Dawes)
0.57 arc seconds
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye)
843x
Secondary Mirror Obstruction
64mm (2.5")
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter
31%
Optical Coatings
StarBright XLT
Optical Tube Length
432mm (17")
Optical Tube Diameter
238mm (9.37")
Optical Tube Weight
5.67 kg
Dovetail
CG-5 Dovetail bar
Mount and power
Mount Type
Computerised Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm
Instrument load capacity
11 kg
Height adjustment range (includes mount and tripod)
1193.8mm to 1752.6mm (47" to 69")
Tripod Leg Diameter
38.1mm (1.5") Stainless Steel
Mount Head Weight
7 kg
Accessory Tray
Yes
Tripod Weight
5.44 kg
Slew Speeds
9 slew speeds to max speed 4°/second
Tracking Rates
Sidereal, Solar and Lunar
Tracking Modes
Alt-Az, EQ North and EQ South
GPS
Not built in
Dovetail Compatibility
CG-5 saddle plate
Number of Auxiliary Ports
4 AUX ports; hand control can use any port
Autoguide Port
No
USB Port
Hand control USB input; mount USB charging output
Motor Drive
DC servo motors
Periodic Error Correction
No
Computerized Hand Control
2 line x 18 character backlit Liquid Crystal Display, 19 LED backlit buttons, USB 2.0 Port for PC connection
Software
Celestron Starry Night Special Edition Software and SkyPortal App
Approximate assembled kit weight
18.37 kg
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