The Celestron NexStar 5SE is a 5 inch aperture Maktusov-Cassegrain telescope that is part of the NexStar SE series. One common feature of this series is the beautiful orange optical tube. The Celestron NexStar 4SE, NexStar 6SE and NexStar 8 SE are the other models from this series.
Celestron – NexStar 5SE Telescope – Computerized Telescope for Beginners and Advanced Users – Fully-Automated GoTo Mount – SkyAlign Technology – 40,000+ Celestial Objects – 5-Inch Primary Mirror
- Nexstar computerized telescope: The NexStar 5SE Computerized Telescope features Celestron’s iconic orange tube design with updated technology and the latest features for amazing stargazing for beginners and experienced observers.
- 5-Inch aperture: The 5-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 go to mount: Featuring a database of more than 40,000 celestial objects, the go to mount built into our telescopes for astronomy beginners automatically locates and tracks objects for you. Tracking Rates-Sidereal, Solar and Lunar. Tracking Modes-Alt-Az, EQ North & EQ South
- 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 5SE Telescope includes a free download of one of the top consumer rated astronomy software programs for an interactive sky simulation.
