Celestron NexStar 4SE Telescope 11049

Celestron’s iconic “orange tube” design is updated with all the latest features to provide the best stargazing experience for beginners and experienced observers alike.

4-inch aperture provides excellent light-gathering ability at an affordable price. You’ll get impressive views of the Moon and planets, along with deep sky objects like the Orion Nebula, while retaining a compact form factor.

Fully automated GoTo mount with database of 40,000+ celestial objects automatically locates and tracks objects for you.

SkyAlign technology gets your telescope aligned and ready to observe in minutes. Even if you’re unfamiliar with the night sky, you can easily align your telescope on any three bright objects.

Unique single fork arm design and sturdy steel tripod all break down into separate components for easy transport and quick assembly.

Specifications

Optical Design: Maksutov-Cassegrain
Aperture: 102 mm (4.02 in)
Focal Length: 1325 mm (52 in)
Focal Ratio: 13
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1: 25 mm (0.98 in)
Magnification of Eyepiece 1: 53 x
Finderscope: StarPointer
Star Diagonal: Internal Flip mirror for straight thru or 90 viewing angle
Mount Type: Single Fork Arm Altazimuth
Tripod: Steel with built-in wedge
Power Requirements: 8-AA batteries (not included)
Highest Useful Magnification: 241 x
Lowest Useful Magnification: 15 x
Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 12.5
Resolution (Rayleigh): 1.37 arc seconds
Resolution (Dawes): 1.14 arc seconds
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye): 212 x
Apparent Field of View: 1 °
Linear Field of View: 53 ft (16 m) @1000 yds
Secondary Mirror Obstruction: 1.38 in (35 mm)
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter: 34%
Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area: 12%
Optical Coatings: StarBright XLT
Optical Tube Length: 13.5 in (343 mm)
Total Telescope Kit Weight: 11 lbs (4.99 kg)
Tripod Weight: 10 lbs (4.54 kg) lbs (4.54 kg)
Slew Speeds: Nine slew speeds
Tracking Rates: Sidereal, Solar and Lunar
Tracking Modes: Alt-Az, EQ North & EQ South
Alignment Procedures: SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, SolarSystem Align
Communication Ports: RS-232 communication port on hand control, Aux port, Camera Control port
Computer Hand Control: Double line, 16 character Liquid Crystal Display with 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons
Database: 38,181 accessible objects
Warranty: 2-year Telescope Warranty

Due to the size and weight of this item, we are only able to offer free shipping to destinations in the lower 48 US states.  Orders to Alaska, Hawaii, or Canada are subject to additional shipping fees and are not covered by our normal shipping policy.  If you are a resident of Alaska, Hawaii, or Canada, please contact us for shipping rates.