Peer into the universe with the same professional-grade optics used by experts in the field.
Generous, 8" aperture
2000mm focal length and f/10 focal ratio
600x maximum practical visual power
Ultra-High Transmission Coatings (UHTC) increase total light transmission and image brightness by nearly 20% over standard coatings
Zero image-shift micro-focuser operates at 4 speeds to obtain precise image focus with no image movement
Primary mirror lock for long-exposure astrophotography
Oversized primary mirror yields a wide, fully illuminated field of view
AutoStar II controller quickly locates over 145,000 objects in the night sky
SmartDrive provides permanent periodic error correction on both axes
Sony® GPS receiver sensor automatically inputs precise time, date and geographical location to align the telescope
Smart Mount constantly refines pointing accuracy
Bring a professional edge to your night sky explorations with this compact, 8-inch model. Optical tube dimensions: 9.1 x 16.75"; field tripod height: 30 - 44" variable.
