The NexStar Evolution keeps evolving. Celestron paired its best optics with the best technology to make an incredibly versatile and portable telescope system. Now, enjoy EdgeHD 8″ optics and StarSense AutoAlign on the renowned Evolution mount, all controlled from your favorite tablet or phone.
When NexStar Evolution was introduced, it paired two of Celestron’s most acclaimed innovations, Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes, and computerized go-to optics, in a compact single fork arm mount. The technology and optics continued to evolve over the years. On the technology side, Celestron added StarSense AutoAlign for the go-to telescopes, as well as WiFi telescope control over the new SkyPortal app. With optics, EdgeHD flat-field and coma-free astro-imaging systems were made to accommodate modern imaging with cameras of all types, especially larger format CCD and DSLR cameras. Now all of these innovations have come together in one telescope package. The NexStar Evolution 8-inch EdgeHD. The NexStar Evolution 8-inch EdgeHD covers all bases for compact and easy to use and is perfectly capable for any observing to astro-imaging pursuit.
Superior Fit
If you’re interested in astroimaging, the 8-inch NexStar Evolution EdgeHD is an excellent way to jump in. It’s the only fork-mounted telescope in its price range that offers brass worm gears, along with improved motors. Tracking is great, and so too is the flat-field, coma-free EdgeHD optical system. You can capture images of deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula by simply attaching your DSLR camera. As you progress in the hobby of astroimaging, you can add Celestron Wedge for NexStar Evolution to achieve longer exposures for more detailed astrophotos.
Of course, the EdgeHD optical system offers bright, sharp views with StarBright XLT optical coatings a great choice for visual observers and budding astroimagers alike. NexStar Evolution is equipped with 4 auxiliary ports – 2 on top of the fork and 2 on the bottom. StarSense hand control is still included but is not necessary when using NexStar Evolution with the app.
Technologies
Celestron added the StarSense AutoAlign technology to the SkyPortal app, making SkyPortal the most advanced telescope control app offered. StarSense not only automatically aligns itself from your smart device, but it also has advanced mount modeling, allowing you to enter up to 10 alignment points for the most precision pointing accuracy possible. Even the most advanced telescope users will love using StarSense AutoAlign through the app. This affordable accessory replaces the expensive software usually used for advanced mount modeling.
With built-in mount modeling, you’ll get superior pointing accuracy from horizon to horizon. When your alignment needs to be perfect, add up to 10 additional calibration stars to achieve a new level of accuracy, great for locating objects in the camera’s field of view for astroimaging.
SkyPortal App
Access the sky and control your telescope from an interactive planetarium on your smart device with a free SkyPortal app – provides the best star gazing experience for you and your friends and family – know when Jupiter’s Great Red Spot will be visible, including shadow transits, planetary occultations, conjunctions, or pick the best deep sky objects to view such as galaxies and nebulae. Learn about these objects with informative backstories and beautiful image galleries, then see them for yourself through the telescope!
Controls everything, including StarSense. Tap connect and align and let StarSense automatically align the telescope for you. Upgradable to SkySafari Plus and SkySafari Pro.
- EFFORTLESS ALIGNMENT – StarSense AutoAlign technology automatically aligns your telescope
- so you can start observing in minutes with a database of over 120
- 000 celestial objects.
- HIGH MAGNIFICATION POWER – Observe with included 40mm (38x) and 13mm (150x) eyepieces
- achieving up to 480x useful magnification for detailed views of the Moon
- planets
- and deep-sky objects.
- ENHANCED STABILITY – The robust stainless steel tripod provides a stable platform
- minimizing vibrations for steady viewing
- complemented by an accessory tray for convenient storage.
- ULTIMATE PORTABILITY – With an internal battery providing up to 10 hours of continuous use
- this telescope is perfect for backyard stargazing or taking to dark sky locations.
- SMART DEVICE CONTROL – Control your telescope wirelessly via smartphone or tablet using the free Celestron app
- offering a user-friendly interface and extensive celestial information.
- Fully motorized computer go-to: After automatically aligning with StarSense
- select and go to objects with a tap on your smartphone.
