Celestron Telescopes Nexstar

Celestron Telescopes Nexstar

I am purchasing a telescope.?

i am not sure which to buy i am looking at 4 diffrent models i am a beginner but i want something that will suffice for me for a good extended period of time i am looking at: a Celestron NexStar 102 SLT Computerized Telescope, an Orion StarBlast 6i IntelliScope Reflector, a Celestron NexStar 130 SLT Computerized Telescope, and a Celestron NexStar 130 SLT Computerized Telescope which one would be the best
the last scope isnt supposed to be a clestron its supposed to be an Orion StarSeeker 130mm GoTo Reflector Telescope

I would like to suggest that you join a local astronomy club or astronomical society BEFORE you spend your money on a scope. There are many different kinds of scopes and what is perfect for one person is not perfect for another. Everyone has their own set of eyeballs and no two are the same. If you join a club, you can attend a few of their star parties and try out members scopes to see what works best for YOU, before you buy a scope. The members can also help you when you get your scope and show you how to get the most out of your new scope as well as to help teach you where the treasures in the sky are located. Most clubs have loaner scopes and extensive libraries that you can gather more information from too. Most clubs will have monthly membership meetings with informative presentations given by members and by guest speakers. You can really learn a lot from these clubs and an added plus is all the great new friends you make there too. Go to this site to find a club in your area. http://www.astroleague.org/societies/list
This only has clubs that belong to the National Astronomy League, so there are many more which do not appear on this list. Continue searching google if you don't see one in your area here.

There are several different kinds of telescopes and all of them have some excellent features. Refractors and Reflectors, plus Schmidt-Cassegrain, APO refractors, Mac-Cass, and many more. There are also several mounts to chose from and the mounts are just as important, if not even more important, than the scope is. All of the different scopes and mounts have some features that some people like and do not like. No two eyeballs are the same and the perfect scope for one person might be completely wrong for another person.

There is no one scope that is "better" than another ---except for the junk scopes out there which are all just a waste of money. Never, ever buy from Walmart, Costco, Target, or any other discount store like that. Junk scopes are flooded into the market from those stores. You will be buying nothing but bad optics and plastic.

If you are new at this, then stay away from anything used from ANY site. If you don't know what you are buying and who you are buying from you will most likely be getting someone else's headache---with no warranty either. Some great deals on used equipment are out there, by people who know how to use and take care of scopes, but if you don't know what you are doing, you might be spending a lot of money on worthless junk. One improper cleaning can destroy a scope. Buyer Beware.

I recommend: http://oriontelescopes.com/

Orion is the very best for value and for customer service too. I have 3 of their scopes and I will only buy from them from now on. My first scope was a manual controlled scope and I am very glad that it was because it forced me to learn where things are in the night skies. Go-To type scopes can be frustrating to use. If you do not have them aligned exactly perfect, they do not find the targets. If you are a beginner, you will be frustrated unless you spring for a GPS Go-To. An object locator is just that---it will locate objects for you (must be aligned first) but an object locator is not a tracking motor. It will not keep the scope on the target.

The Orion site has some excellent diagrams and explanations of all types of scopes and mounts.

Things to consider are size--can the user lift and transport the scope to the viewing site easily? Does it fit in your car? If not, then it will gather dust in a closet. I recommend a carrying case too so it is protected in storage and transport. Can the viewer reach all the knobs and buttons? I have a long tube large manual refractor and it is very difficult for me to reach the knobs when I am pointed to Zenith. I am not a tall person.

Take your time in making your decision.

Some people will suggest that you purchase binoculars. Not a bad idea but don't buy anything less than 10x50 and you must have a tripod too or you will not be happy with your astronomical views because they will be too shaky from your movements. Even your pulse will make them shake. Personally, I prefer a scope to binos because if binoculars are not aligned properly at the factory, then you get double images and distortions that can't be fixed. Most of the cheaper binoculars are not properly aligned. That is not as important for terrestial viewing, but it is a killer for astronomical viewing. Binos can also be bumped out of alignment and become useless for astronomy.

When you buy, go Orion and you wont be disappointed. Don't try to learn everything all at once or you will be overwhelmed and discouraged. Patience is the key to Astronomy.

You will need a good star chart program too.

http://www.stellarium.org/

This is great freeware that you can download. Tell it where you are and it will tell you what you see. Ask it where something is and it will show you.

I wish you all the best! Enjoy!

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If you are a serious astronomy nut, you know the single most challenging aspect of star gazing is light pollution. With most of the population living in and near major cities, finding a nice piece of sky with little light pollution is getting more and more challenging. However, there are things the star-gazer can do to limit the effects of too much light and fully enjoy the beauty of the heavens. Let's address what light pollution is, what types there are, and what you can do to solve the problems caused by them.

One type of light pollution is undesirable illumination caused by too much artificial light in your field of view, usually created by badly directed light fixtures. This can come from street lights, your neighbor's security lights, etc. Think of it this way, have you ever been blinded by an on-coming car with crooked headlights? Instead of lighting up the road, these misdirected light sources brighten up your car. Same idea. The only fix for this is to move to another location, away from the offending source. The good news is you only have to change your immediate location, like moving a block away.

Another type of light pollution is a general glow in the sky. This is the sum total of all of the lighting in the area of a city. While this type of light seems difficult to overcome, it is actually the kind to more simply fix - light pollution filters. Simply put, they serve to filter the "bad" light out and let the "good" light some through. There are three types of light pollution filters: line filters, narrowband, and broadband.

So which one should you buy? Well, to give you a straight answer...it depends. If you live in a highly populated area, you may want to give serious consideration to purchasing a broadband filter. For those who would do well to buy a narrowband or line filter, it depends on what you want to view. Those interested in the details of celestial bodies should seriously consider buying one of these types.

There is little question as to whether light pollution is a problem for the serious backyard astronomer. The good news is that solutions abound, whether you just need to move your telescope or you need to solve the bigger problem with a light pollution filter. There are numerous brands to choose from - Celestron, Meade, and Orion to name just a few. Just knowing that solutions exist can make your viewing experience much less bothersome. Take your time, figure out where you will view the sky, and what you are looking for prior to making your purchase.

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