{"product_id":"celestron-nexstar-4se-102mm-f13-stargazer","title":"Celestron NexStar 4se 102mm f13 Stargazer","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fotodiscountworld.co.za\/\"\u003eCelestron NexStar 4SE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ov-wrapper js-overview-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ov-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDriving the dual servo motors on the mount is the brain of the NexStar 4SE: the iconic NexStar+ computer hand controller. Packed with 40,000+ celestial objects, it can hold up to 100 additional user-defined destinations and is updatable via the Celestron website. It has multiple alignment procedures to get you observing fast—including the super-easy SkyAlign system. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapable of being used in the Northern or Southern Hemispheres, the NexStar has sidereal, lunar, and solar tracking speeds to accurately follow near- and deep-sky objects, plus nine slew speeds and the ability to automatically trigger a camera's shutter release for Fastar or piggyback wide-field photography or conventional prime-focus astrophotography.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fotodiscountworld.co.za\/\"\u003eCelestron NexStar 4SE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionHeaders js-hiddenFeatures\" data-selenium=\"sectionHeaders\"\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"js-featureSectionDL\" data-tickertarget=\"ov-ft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"featureTitle\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"c28\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4\" (102mm) aperture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ef\/13 focal ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1325mm focal length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaksutov-Cassegrain optical system\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFront convex meniscus lens corrects spherical and chromatic aberrations and comas (off-axis aberration) across the entire field of view\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmaller secondary mirror versus Schmidt-Cassegrain reduces obstructions and increases contrast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBK7 optical glass primary mirror\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eStarBright XLT optical coatings: Multi-layer aluminium\/SiO2 (quartz)\/TiO2 (titanium dioxide) mirror coatings with flat reflectivity across the light spectrum for both astrophotography\/astroimaging and visual observation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-layer MgF2 (magnesium fluoride) and HfO2 (hafnium dioxide) anti-reflective lens coatings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-transmission water white glass corrector lens with 97.4% light transmission\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResolution: Rayleigh: 1.36 arcsec \/ Dawes: 1.14 arcsec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecondary mirror obstruction: 1.25\", 34.4% by diameter, 11% by area\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal 90° flip mirror: With the mirror flipped up, the 90° angle puts head in a comfortable viewing position when scope is pointed at or near the zenith; 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Similar to their Schmidt cousins, the Maksutov design exchanges the conventional front corrector plate with a convex meniscus lens, which results in a smaller secondary mirror—limiting obstruction and increasing contrast, while eliminating the need for periodic collimation. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhile the focal ratio is a relatively slow f\/13, the scope's optical performance, added to the mount's precision tracking system and integrated equatorial wedge, allows it to be a competent astrophotography\/imaging platform for the moon and planets.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCelestron’s signature orange-tube telescope combines advanced features and excellent optics in one easy-to-use system, the NexStar 4SE. It’s the perfect choice for your first serious telescope, offering striking views at an economical price.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fotodiscountworld.co.za\/\"\u003eCelestron NexStar 4SE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Founder’s Vision, Reimagined for the 21\u003csup\u003est\u003c\/sup\u003e Century\u003cbr\u003e\nIn the 1970s, Celestron’s Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes brought the hobby of astronomy to the masses and established Celestron as the world’s premier telescope maker. Our founder, Tom Johnson, invented Celestron’s proprietary method of producing Schmidt corrector plates for superior views and maximum portability. Johnson believed in creating high-quality optical instruments at an affordable price, and inspired a generation of amateur astronomers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFour decades later, we’ve improved upon this design by adding cutting-edge features, while staying true to our founder’s intent.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView the Universe’s Most Impressive Celestial Objects\u003cbr\u003e\nThe 4SE’s four-inch primary mirror packs enough light-gathering ability to observe the best that the solar system has to offer: Saturn’s rings, the cloud bands on Jupiter, and geographic features on the surface of the Moon. When it comes to deep sky objects, take your 4SE to a dark-sky site and you’ll see hundreds of pinpoint stars in the Hercules Globular Cluster, the spiral arms of the Whirlpool Galaxy, and more.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fotodiscountworld.co.za\/\"\u003eCelestron NexStar 4SE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRevolutionary Single Fork Arm Mount\u003cbr\u003e\nWe know the best telescope is the one you will use most often. That’s why Celestron’s engineers created NexStar SE’s unique, patented single fork arm mount. It’s perfectly portable and makes setup quick and easy. What’s more, the NexStar SE breaks down into several lightweight and compact pieces, making it easy to transport, even in small vehicles. You’ll have no problem getting the NexStar SE to your favorite observing site, or setting it up quickly in your backyard.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOf course, it’s what’s inside the mount that really counts. Sturdy construction from high-quality components give NexStar SE the pointing and tracking accuracy needed to observe and follow your favourite targets with push-button ease. Use the included NexStar+ hand control to locate over 40,000 celestial objects, or take a Sky Tour and let your telescope show you the best objects currently visible.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAligning your telescope is simple and painless, too, thanks to SkyAlign. This process makes alignment as easy as 1-2-3: just center three bright objects in your eyepiece and press ALIGN. For even easier alignment, attach our StarSense AutoAlign and your NexStar SE aligns itself!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Features Let the NexStar SE Grow with You\u003cbr\u003e\nThe NexStar SE is compatible with all the high-tech accessories advanced users love. Provide GPS coordinates to your telescope with SkySync, or add automatic alignment functionality with StarSense AutoAlign.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIts built-in wedge allows you to track long exposures. if you’re interested in imaging the Moon and planets, pair your NexStar 4SE with one of our Skyris cameras. 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