
The Celestron StarSense Explorer 8" Dobsonian is the ideal telescope for anyone who wants to combine the power of a classic large mirror telescope with modern technology for easy object retrieval.
The Celestron StarSense Explorer 8" Dobsonian is the ideal telescope for anyone who wants to combine the power of a classic large mirror telescope with modern technology for easy object tracking. Thanks to the revolutionary StarSense Explorer system, your smartphone becomes an intuitive star navigator that guides you to planets, nebulae, galaxies and star clusters in minutes - no sky knowledge required.
The robust Dobsonian design ensures stability and easy operation while observing. The 203 mm (8" ) diameter main mirror captures plenty of light even from very faint deep-sky objects. Whether you're aiming for Saturn's rings, the Moon, the Andromeda galaxy, or the Eagle Nebula, this telescope will offer breathtaking views.
Mirror telescope (Newton/Dobson) with 203 mm (8")mirror diameter
Focal length of 1200 mm (f/5.9) - ideal ratio for deep-sky and planetary viewing
StarSense Explorer technology - automatic navigation via smartphone (iOS / Android)
Free StarSense Explorer app - finds and guides you to hundreds of objects in the sky
Stable wooden azimuthal Dobsonian mount - intuitive manual operation without the need for motors
Lightweight optics and mount - easy to transport and assemble even for beginners
High quality optics with high luminosity - sharp and contrasting images without aberrations
Integrated phone mount with mirror - precise orientation by the stars without the need for GPS or Wi-Fi
Includes 25mm eyepiece (48x magnification) and Red Dot Finder
✅ Beginners and advanced astronomers - easy to use without the need to adjust the mount
✅ O bserving deep-sky objects - galaxies, nebulae, globular clusters
✅ Planetary observations - Moon, Saturn, Jupiter, Mars in great resolution
✅ Family and educational use - intuitive controls suitable for children from about 10 years old
✅ O bservation from dark sky and city - powerful enough even in light pollution
Main optical tube 8" Newton
Dobsonian mount
25 mm (1.25") eyepiece
Red Dot Viewfinder
StarSense Explorer smartphone mount
StarSense Explorer app (free download)
Instructions for use
Parameter | Value |
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Type of telescope | Mirror (Newtonian reflector on Dobsonian mount) |
Diameter of main mirror | 203 mm (8") |
Focal length | 1200 mm |
Luminance (f/number) | f/5.9 |
Mounting type | Azimuthal - Dobsonian mount |
Navigation | StarSense Explorer technology (smartphone guidance) |
App Compatibility | iOS 11+ / Android 7.1.2+ |
Optical treatment | Aluminum surface with protective coating |
Eyepieces included | 25 mm (1.25") - 48× magnification |
Maximum practical magnification | approx. 300× |
Minimum magnification | approx. 29× (with 40 mm eyepiece, optional) |
Viewfinder | Red Dot Finder (projection, red dot) |
Phone holder | Yes - with integrated mirror for precise alignment with the app |
Tube material | Steel |
Mounting material | Laminated chipboard (MDF) with plain bearings |
Height of assembled telescope | approx. 120 cm |
Tube length | approx. 112 cm |
Weight of optical tube | 9.1 kg |
Weight of mounting (base) | 10.9 kg |
Total weight of the assembly | approx. 20 kg |
Warranty | 2 years (in the Czech Republic according to the law) |