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Q&A for Celestron NexStar Evolution 8 Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope — 5 Questions & 2 Answers

Name Celestron NexStar Evolution 8 Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope (5)
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Nelson, guest, from CA, United States, asked on December 06, 2018

How is the NexStar evolution different from the SE version?

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Answered by Armando R., Gear Expert, from IL, United States, on June 13, 2019

The Evolution has an upgraded mount with much more precise gears, rechargeable battery for the mount that does not have to be constantly plugged in and has built in wi-fi compatibility for the mount so it can be controlled using your phone or tablet.

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Gunnar, guest, from UT, United States, asked on September 17, 2018

With out any knowledge of using a telescope. Is this one I should start using?

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Answered by Jonathan D., Gear Expert, from IL, United States, on March 23, 2019

Yes, because of the ease of use this would be a good option.

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Panduras, guest, from CO, United States, asked on April 05, 2021

What is the difference between this telescope and the HD of this telescope?

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Panduras, guest, from CO, United States, asked on April 05, 2021

Can I mount an auto focus motor on this computer? Can I mount a camera to this telescope for astrophotography?

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MJ, guest, from TN, United States, asked on September 15, 2020

How dose this model rated for astrophotography, compared to Celestron 6SE?

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