Celestron · Updated June 2026
Celestron NexStar 130SLT: price & specs
Celestron NexStar 130SLT. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: celestron.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Celestron NexStar 130SLT is listed at $699.95 on celestron.com as of 2026-06-27, #8 cheapest of 10 telescopes (median $430); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 44/100 pay-blind standing, #7 of 11 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Is the Celestron NexStar 130SLT a good buy?
At $700, the Celestron NexStar 130SLT is #7 cheapest of the 10 telescopes we track, where the median is $440. On the spec sheet, its focal length of 650 mm is below the median of the 12, its highest useful magnification of 307 is above the median of the 12, and its aperture of 130 mm is at the median of the 12.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $699.95 MSRP per celestron.com |
|---|---|
| Brand | Celestron |
| Released | — |
| Type | reflector |
| Aperture (mm) | 130 |
| Focal length (mm) | 650 |
| Focal ratio | f/5 |
| Mount type | computerized |
| Highest useful magnification | 307 |
| Weight (lb) | 18.1 |
Source: celestron.com (verified 2026-06-19) · corroborated by manuals.ca. Re-verified on celestron.com: aperture 130 mm, focal length 650 mm, f/5, computerized alt-az single fork arm, 307x highest useful magnification, MSRP $699.95. Total assembled weight 8200 g (18.1 lb) per official Celestron manual spec sheet via manuals.ca.
Is the Celestron NexStar 130SLT worth it vs cheaper telescopes?
Celestron NexStar 130SLT against its closest cheaper and pricier telescopes on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 10 ranked
| Product | Price | Type | Aperture (mm) | Focal length (mm) | Focal ratio | Mount type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celestron NexStar 130SLT this | $699.95 | reflector | 130 | 650 | f/5 | computerized |
| Sky-Watcher Classic 200P (8") Dobsonian | $639.95 | dobsonian | 203 | 1200 | f/5.9 | alt_az |
| Celestron NexStar 6SE | $1199 | sct | 150 | 1500 | f/10 | computerized |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Celestron NexStar 130SLT cost?
The Celestron NexStar 130SLT has a US price of $699.95 (MSRP per celestron.com), as of 2026-06-19.
How does the Celestron NexStar 130SLT compare on price?
At $700, the Celestron NexStar 130SLT is #7 cheapest of the 10 telescopes we track, where the median is $440.
What are the Celestron NexStar 130SLT's key specs?
Celestron NexStar 130SLT (Celestron): type reflector, aperture mm 130, focal length mm 650, focal ratio f/5, mount type computerized. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.
Price of record: $699.95 at celestron.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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