Celestron · Updated July 2026
Celestron NexStar 8SE: price & specs
Celestron NexStar 8SE. 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 8SE is listed at $1499 on celestron.com as of 2026-07-26, the most expensive telescopes (median $430); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 18/100 pay-blind standing, #9 of 11 in class.
Verified Jul 26, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Price history
$1499Is the Celestron NexStar 8SE a good buy?
At $1499, the Celestron NexStar 8SE is the most expensive of the 10 telescopes we track, where the median is $440. On the spec sheet, its aperture of 203 mm is the highest of the 12, its focal length of 2032 mm is the highest of the 12, and its highest useful magnification of 480 is the highest of the 12.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $1499 — current on record (was $1699) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Celestron |
| Released | — |
| Type | sct |
| Aperture (mm) | 203 |
| Focal length (mm) | 2032 |
| Focal ratio | f/10 |
| Mount type | computerized |
| Highest useful magnification | 480 |
| Weight (lb) | 32 |
Source: celestron.com (verified 2026-06-19) · corroborated by telescopeadvisor.com. Re-verified on celestron.com: aperture 203.2 mm, focal length 2032 mm, f/10, computerized alt-az single fork arm, 32 lb total kit weight, 480x highest useful magnification. Regular price $1,699 with active sale price $1,499 shown on same page.
Is the Celestron NexStar 8SE worth it vs cheaper telescopes?
Celestron NexStar 8SE 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 8SE this | $1499 | sct | 203 | 2032 | f/10 | computerized |
| Celestron NexStar 6SE | $1199 | sct | 150 | 1500 | f/10 | computerized |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Celestron NexStar 8SE cost?
The Celestron NexStar 8SE has a US price of $1499, as of 2026-07-26.
How does the Celestron NexStar 8SE compare on price?
At $1499, the Celestron NexStar 8SE is the most expensive of the 10 telescopes we track, where the median is $440.
Has the Celestron NexStar 8SE's price dropped?
Yes — since 2026-06-27 the Celestron NexStar 8SE has fallen 11.8%, from $1699 to $1499.
What is the lowest price the Celestron NexStar 8SE has been?
The lowest we have recorded for the Celestron NexStar 8SE is $1499 on 2026-07-26 — which is its current price.
Is now a good time to buy the Celestron NexStar 8SE?
At $1499, the Celestron NexStar 8SE is at the lowest price we have recorded since 2026-06-27.
What are the Celestron NexStar 8SE's key specs?
Celestron NexStar 8SE (Celestron): type sct, aperture mm 203, focal length mm 2032, focal ratio f/10, mount type computerized. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.
Price of record: $1499 at celestron.com, 2026-07-26. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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