🔭 Celestron NexStar 5SE Telescope: Computerized Scope for Beginners & Advanced Users - SkyAlign Technology - 5-Inch Primary Mirror - 40,000+ Celestial Objects Review

Telescope arrived, can't get a clear picture of anything (even the moon) probably because the collimation was badly disturbed in transit. In and of itself it doesn't matter, and the mounting process should be fairly easy were it not for the fact that the collimation screws appear to be made of the softest metal in the world, and are so tight. that they do not turn in one direction or the other. I tried various screwdrivers with rubber bands and vise pliers to try and turn them - eventually…

Great telescope for a year. I went with the 5" because it fits my budget and is much more portable than the 6" and 8". The telescope arrived in two boxes and was well packaged. The assembly was fairly easy and straightforward. But in the first night i tested it the red dot finder wouldn't turn on and off I contacted support and they refunded the price of the red dot finder so I could buy another one I think it's reasonable the telescope was good quality and in two pieces easy to carry.I also…

This is a great telescope for amateur astronomers. First of all, the design of the Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope offers a long focal length in a compact size and is typically cheaper than refractors. Portability was one of my biggest selling points. Celestron's reputation was another selling point for me, in addition to other reviews for this particular telescope. I've used it a few times since receiving it this week and I'm very happy with my purchase. For those thinking of buying a Celestron…