8 Inch EdgeHD Schmidt Cassegrain Telescope With Starbright XLT Coatings For Bright Sharp Views And Serious Magnification Power Great For Deep Sky Observing And Astrophotography

8-Inch EdgeHD SCT with StarBright XLT for sharp views
✔️ 8-inch aperture, EdgeHD optics, CGEM II mount, 40 lb payload

The CGEM II 800 HD is an 8-inch EdgeHD Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope designed for serious deep-sky viewing and astrophotography. It pairs premium StarBright XLT coatings with a portable, powerful setup, ideal for backyard observatories and field sessions.

✅ 8-inch aperture with EdgeHD optical system for flat, coma-free field across wide views
✅ StarBright XLT coatings maximize light transmission for bright, crisp images
✅ Highest useful magnification up to 480x for revealing planetary and deep-sky detail
✅ CGEM II computerized mount supports up to 40 lb payload for stable tracking
✅ NexStar hand controller with database of over 40,000 celestial objects and 200 enhanced objects

💡 What makes an 8-inch EdgeHD Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope ideal for astrophotography and deep-sky viewing? This setup delivers precise tracking and a flat field for wide-field imaging. - Flat focal plane across large sensors - StarBright XLT coatings boost light throughput for brighter exposures - CGEM II mount provides accurate alignment and smooth tracking - Large aperture helps capture faint deep-sky targets

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