Best Telescopes · Celestron · Updated June 2026
Celestron NexStar 8SE: specs and price (2026)
Celestron NexStar 8SE has a US price of $1699 (Regular price $1,699 per celestron.com; sale price $1,499 also observed). Below is its full, sourced spec sheet — every value links to the source and the date we captured it.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $1699 Regular price $1,699 per celestron.com; sale price $1,499 also observed |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| release year | — |
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.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Celestron NexStar 8SE cost?
The Celestron NexStar 8SE has a US price of $1699 (Regular price $1,699 per celestron.com; sale price $1,499 also observed), as of 2026-06-19.
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.
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