--- product_id: 1150950 title: "Celestron NexStar 5SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope" brand: "celestron" price: "Bs.42639" currency: BOB in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Celestron" url: https://www.desertcart.bo/products/1150950-celestron-nexstar-5se-schmidt-cassegrain-computerized-telescope store_origin: BO region: Bolivia --- # 5-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain aperture SkyAlign fast 3-star alignment 40,000+ object GoTo database Celestron NexStar 5SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope **Brand:** celestron **Price:** Bs.42639 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌌 Unlock the Universe with Precision & Style ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Celestron NexStar 5SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope by celestron - **How much does it cost?** Bs.42639 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.bo](https://www.desertcart.bo/products/1150950-celestron-nexstar-5se-schmidt-cassegrain-computerized-telescope) ## Best For - celestron enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted celestron brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Iconic Orange Tube Meets Smart Tech:** Classic design fused with cutting-edge computerized GoTo mount for effortless celestial navigation. - • **SkyAlign: Align in Minutes, Not Hours:** No star charts needed—just center any three bright stars or planets and start exploring immediately. - • **5-Inch Aperture for Crisp Cosmic Views:** Premium StarBright XLT coatings deliver 56% more light gathering than 4-inch scopes—see lunar craters, Jupiter’s cloud bands, and deep-sky wonders in stunning detail. - • **Built-In Wedge for Entry-Level Astrophotography:** Polar align your mount for longer exposures and sharper night sky images, perfect for beginners stepping into astrophotography. - • **Expandable Ecosystem with Celestron Accessories:** Seamlessly upgrade with wireless control, GPS, and advanced imaging gear to future-proof your stargazing journey. ## Overview The Celestron NexStar 5SE is a compact, portable 5-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope featuring advanced StarBright XLT optics and a fully computerized GoTo mount with a database of over 40,000 celestial objects. Its revolutionary SkyAlign technology enables quick and easy setup by aligning on any three bright stars or planets. The included built-in wedge supports entry-level astrophotography with polar alignment capabilities. Compatible with a wide range of Celestron accessories, the NexStar 5SE is designed for beginners and intermediate astronomers seeking crisp planetary and deep-sky views, backed by a 2-year warranty and US-based support. ## Description desertcart.com Celestron's NexStar 5 SE computerized telescope combines excellent optics and easy computerized GoTo tracking in a convenient portable size. The standard equipment tripod and mount feature easy no-tool setup, and the package even includes a student version of "The Sky" planetarium software for your computer. The excellent optics of Celestron's classic C5 Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope have been updated with premium Starbright XLT optical coatings. This telescope consistently delivers crisp, high contrast views of the moon, the planets, and brighter deep space objects. The standard equipment 25mm plossl eyepiece produces a magnification of 50x, powerful enough to show the rings of Saturn, the cloud bands of Jupiter, and the changing face of the Lunar disk. Optional eyepieces can be added to bring out significantly more detail. I like to use a 12.5mm plossl (100x magnification) or a 7.5mm Ultrascopic eyepiece (166x) for high power views of the planets. With the 7.5mm Ultrascopic eyepiece I can usually see the Cassini Division in Saturn's rings and cloud bands on the planet itself. I like to use a 32mm plossl eyepiece for great low power views of deep space highlights like the Orion Nebula or the Double Cluster in Perseus. The NexStar 5 SE package also includes a sturdy adjustable tripod, a motorized alt-azimuth mount, and the NexStar hand held computer controller. You won't need a GPS receiver or star charts to operate this telescope. The SkyAlign procedure is easy to use, and experienced observers will like the two-star align and solar-system align options because they are even quicker to set up. The steel tripod and alt-azimuth mount provide a solid base for the NexStar 5 SE. Vibration is not a problem, even while focusing at high power. The computerized tracking is also very good, easily keeping planets in the field of a high power eyepiece. The disadvantage of a computerized telescope, of course, is battery consumption. I like to use a rechargeable Celestron Power Tank because the standard AA alkaline batteries only last a few hours. This telescope is perfect for visual observing, and allowed me to capture some sweet images of the moon and planets using a Celestron NexImage web-cam. For long exposure deep space photography, however, I'd take a look at Celestron's Advanced Series equatorial telescopes such as the C6 N-GT --Jeff PhillipsPros:Excellent optics Light and portable Computerized GoTo tracking Cons:Short battery life Too light for deep space photography Suggested Options: Celestron Nine-Piece Accessory Kit Celestron Power Tank Battery Celestron NexImage Webcam Product Description The Celestron NexStar 5SE is a powerful, feature-rich telescope designed to launch beginners into their journey through the night sky. With its iconic orange tube and advanced Schmidt-Cassegrain optics, the 5SE offers impressive light-gathering ability in a compact, portable form—perfect for detailed views of the Moon, planets, and deep-sky objects like nebulae and galaxies. The fully automated GoTo mount makes finding objects effortless. Use the included NexStar+ hand control to choose from a database of over 40,000 celestial objects, and the mount will automatically locate and track your target with precision. Getting started is easy with SkyAlign technology: simply center any three bright stars or planets in the eyepiece—even if you don’t know their names—and the system calculates your position and aligns the telescope in minutes. For those interested in astrophotography, the built-in wedge allows for polar alignment, enabling longer exposures and more accurate tracking of celestial objects. The NexStar 5SE is also compatible with a wide range of Celestron accessories, including StarSense AutoAlign for hands-free setup, SkyPortal WiFi for wireless control, and SkySync GPS for enhanced accuracy. With its combination of optical performance, smart technology, and upgrade potential, the NexStar 5SE is built to grow with you. Backed by Celestron’s 2-Year Warranty and US-based technical support. From the Manufacturer Manufacturer Description Featuring high-quality Schmidt-Cassegrain optics, the NexStar 5 SE is an ideal telescope for observing and photographing the wonders of space. With a total weight of 28 pounds including the tripod, the ultra portable 5 SE features a precision optical system with 1,250mm focal length (f10) standard with our premium StarBright XLT coatings and offers 56% more light gathering power than a 4-inch model. The 5 SE includes a camera control feature that allows you to remotely take a series of timed exposures using your digital SLR camera. Plus the tripod featuring a built-in wedge helps make short-exposure astrophotography a heavenly experience. About the NexStar SE Series: NexStar 5 SE Highlights: The NexStar 5 SE has all the same features as Celestron's most advanced computerized GoTo telescopes, including our revolutionary SkyAlign alignment technology, a sky tour feature, a database of nearly 40,000 celestial objects, and easy-to-use hand control. Plug the optional CN-16 GPS accessory into NexStar's auxiliary port and download data from orbiting GPS satellites for truly quick and easy alignments. The universe may be full of mysteries, but using the NexStar 5 SE isn't one of them. In the tradition of Celestron's famous orange optical tubes, the NexStar SE Family combines the classic heritage of the original orange tube telescopes with state-of-the-art features including a fully computerized operating system, flash upgradeable hand control, our superior StarBright XLT coatings, our revolutionary SkyAlign telescope alignment software, and much more. Whether you are a seasoned astronomer looking for a portable scope with advanced features or just starting your astronomy adventure and looking for an easy way to enjoy the night sky, a NexStar SE will help you take a closer look. Every NexStar SE includes a version of The Sky software Level 1 Planetarium software for exploring the Universe on your PC and printing out custom star charts of the sky. In addition, you receive our NexRemote software that allows you to operate your telescope via your PC. This software package, valued at over $100, is included free with your NexStar SE! General Features: 5-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope SE combines the classic heritage of the original orange tube telescopes with the latest state-of-the-art features StarBright XLT high transmission coatings come standard StarPointer finderscope to help with alignment and accurately locating objects Quick-release fork arm mount, optical tube, and accessory tray for no-tool setup Sturdy computerized altazimuth mount Internal battery compartment to prevent cord wrap during use Ultra sturdy steel tripod features built-in wedge which allows 5 SE to be used for astrophotography Includes CD-ROM "The Sky" astronomy software which provides education about the sky and printable sky maps Computerized Features: Proven NexStar computer control technology Nearly 40,000 object database with 200 user-definable objects and expanded information on over 200 objects SkyAlign allows you to align on any three bright celestial objects, making for a fast and easy alignment process Flash upgradeable hand control software and motor control units for downloading product updates over the Internet Includes a camera control feature and shutter release cable that allows you to remotely take a series of exposures using your digital SLR camera Custom database lists of all the most famous deep-sky objects by name and catalog number; the most beautiful double, triple, and quadruple stars; variable star; solar systems; objects and asterisms DC Servo motors with encoders on both axes Double line, 16-character liquid crystal display hand control with backlit LED buttons for easy operation of go-to features NexRemote telescope control software and RS-232 cable included for advanced control of your telescope via computer GPS-compatible with optional CN16 GPS accessory Review: Great telescope for beginners - Great telescope for a full year now. I brought the 5'' because it fits my budget and is much more portable than the 6" & 8". The telescope arrived in two boxes and was packaged well. It was quite easy to assemble and was straightforward. But the first night when I tested it the red dot finder failed and would not turn on. I contacted product support and they refunded the price of the red dot finder to let me buy another. I think this is reasonable. The telescope was of good quality and was fairly portable in two pieces. I also brought it with the Nex-yz adapter and eyepiece kit. In my opinion, I would not buy the phone adapter and eyepiece kit because I don't use the adapter and eyepiece often. You will pretty much only use the moon filter, 13, 17, and 32mm eyepieces. I also brought a generic LPR filter which helps somewhat in revealing dim objects and filtering out the light pollution . The goto function was really helpful in finding objects especially DSO's. I will use the auto 2 star alignment procedure and manual location settings. This scope was fine for starting astrophotography but exposures can only be limited to 30 seconds maximum. Even though there was a polar alignment option, it was really hard to do since I am living quite close to the equator in Hong Kong and the mount twists into a really weird position when tracking. In the first few months I viewed only from the city, which was a bortle 9 scale. The planets are easy to see, you can see the belts of Jupiter and its moons, and the rings of Saturn easily. If you want a telescope for ONLY the planets, I would recommend some of the scopes without go to like a dobsonian or maktusov because you will be able to see more detail with increased aperture. You don't need go-to because planets are really bright and sometimes the mount will go off track. The Orion Nebula can be seen though only the bright parts. The andromeda galaxy can NOT be seen at all in light polluted places. Later I was able to go out to a better spot ( bortle 5 ) and it was excellent, and I was able to see the double cluster, Orion Nebula and andromeda galaxy a lot better. I would recommend this scope to beginners and people starting astronomy. You can get good results in the middle of the city, but driving to a deep sky site really makes the view impressive. I will not recommend this for astrophotography but instead will recommend scopes with German equatorial mounts. * images are taken with A6000 camera with remote control. Review: Pound for pound, a winner - I've owned a 10" dob (Coulter 10" f/4.5) and an ETX-90 (the original non-computerized model). This scope is my re-entry into amateur astronomy after being away for a few years. I live right smack in the middle of a heavily light polluted metropolitan area (Toronto), and it would take at least two hours to get to a genuinely dark site. So I wound up looking for a small scope that would give me good views of solar system objects. I've been pleasantly surprised. There have been only two nights since I got thing that the sky hasn't been completely socked in by clouds, and the moon has been down for both of them. So I haven't gotten the scope on the moon yet, but Jupiter has been beautifully placed, and it looks fantastic! I get a ton more detail off the planetary disc than I ever got from either previous instrument, and it compares favourably with views I've had through an assortment of friends' scopes. (I used the supplied 25mm Plössl, and a 7mm Nagler.) It's light enough that I can grab it and take it out to the end of the driveway for a quick look at the moon or a planet. I just wish that it either got decent battery life on internal power, or could slew around in altaz mode with the power off. I added a Power Tank after reading reviews of the scope's internal battery life. The tank is awkward enough to compromise the scope's ease of deployment, but I suppose I can throw it in a backpack. I'll definitely want to invest in an adjustable chair; the eyepiece wound up at a very awkward height when Jupiter was up near the zenith. For objects closer to the horizon, the height of the tripod makes the eyepiece position much less bad. Pros: * Really sharp optics * Light weight * Low price, especially compared to what computer-controlled SCTs sold for when I owned my previous scope * Star Pointer instead of a crappy 5x24 finder * Some attempt at including a built-in wedge Cons: * Azimuth locks up when power turned off, which prevents you from using it in altazimuth mode with the drive switched off * Really needs a Power Tank for use, which degrades the value of the scope's light weight * Built-in wedge is very rudimentary * Won't take a 2" diagonal for wide-angle views without vignetting The NexStar 6 gets all the attention, and for 36% more light gathering area for 18% more money, it's a great value. But at 45 pounds vs. the 28 of the NexStar 5, it's 50% heavier for that extra 36% light, more if you add a wedge. The 5 is a big small instrument; I scaled up to it after looking at the computerized ETX-90. The 6 is a small primary instrument; I can imagine scaling down to one after looking at an 8" SCT. For shallow-sky observing in the light-polluted city, and for an instrument that I can carry a long way from my car in one trip with the tripod, single-arm fork, and tube mated up, I think this is a winner. ## Features - ADVANCED TECH MEETS ICONIC DESIGN: The NexStar 5SE pairs Celestron’s legendary orange tube with a fully computerized GoTo system—ideal for those ready to step up from manual scopes and explore more of the night sky with precision and ease. - 5-INCH SCHMIDT-CASSEGRAIN OPTICS: The 5" aperture gathers enough light to reveal fine lunar details, cloud bands on Jupiter, and deep-sky objects like galaxies and globular clusters—all in a compact, portable form factor. - FULLY AUTOMATED GoTo MOUNT WITH NEXSTAR+ HAND CONTROL: Use the NexStar+ hand control to select from a 40,000+ object database. The computerized mount then automatically slews to your target and tracks it—no star charts or manual alignment needed. - FAST & EASY ALIGNMENT WITH SKYALIGN TECHNOLOGY: SkyAlign gets you observing fast—just center any three bright stars or planets, even if you don’t know their names. The system then calculates your position and aligns the mount in minutes. - BUILT-IN WEDGE FOR ASTROIMAGING: Capture long-exposure images of the night sky—perfect for entry-level astrophotography. The integrated wedge lets you polar align the mount, reducing field rotation for improved tracking during imaging. - COMPATIBLE WITH CELESTRON ACCESSORIES: Easily upgrade your setup with all our latest accessories to enhance automation, wireless control, or location accuracy as your skills grow. - UNBEATABLE WARRANTY & CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from the telescope brand, based in California since 1960. You’ll also receive a 2-year warranty and unlimited access to technical support from our team of US-based experts. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000GUHOYE | | Additional Features | Fully Automated GoTo Mount, SkyAlign Technology, Built-in Wedge for Astroimaging, Compatibility with Celestron Accessories, 2-Year Warranty and US-Based Technical Support | | Age Range Description | Adults | | Best Sellers Rank | #436 in Camera & Photo Products ( See Top 100 in Camera & Photo Products ) #5 in Catadioptric Telescopes | | Brand | Celestron | | Built-In Media | 25mm eyepiece, Accessory Tray, Built-In Wedge, NexStar+ Hand Control, Optical tube, Single Fork Arm Mount and Tripod, Star Diagonal, Star Pointer Finderscope | | Coating | StarBright XLT | | Compatible Devices | Personal Computer | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 529 Reviews | | Dawes Limit | 0.93 arc_sec | | Exit Pupil Diameter | 12.5 millimeters | | Eye Piece Lens Description | 25mm eyepiece | | Field Of View | 1.3 degrees | | Finderscope | StarPointer™ red dot finderscope (includes 51632 with CR2032 battery) | | Focal Length Description | 2500 millimeters | | Focus Type | Manual Focus | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00050234110365 | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 32"D x 34"W x 52"H | | Item Weight | 17.6 pounds | | Manufacturer | Celestron | | Manufacturer Part Number | 11036-CGL | | Model Name | NexStar 5SE Computerized Telescope | | Model Number | 11036 | | Mount | Computerized Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm | | Number of Batteries | 8 Lithium Metal batteries required. (included) | | Number of Items | 1 | | Objective Lens Diameter | 12.7 centimeters | | Optical Tube Length | 33 centimeters | | Optical-Tube Length | 33 centimeters | | Power Source | 8-AA batteries, 12v AC adapter, or any of Celestron’s PowerTank external power sources – none of which are included. | | Telescope Mount Description | Computerized Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm | | UPC | 050234110365 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY | | Zoom Ratio | 5 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Celestron - **Eye Piece Lens Description:** 25mm eyepiece - **Finderscope:** StarPointer™ red dot finderscope (includes 51632 with CR2032 battery) - **Focus Type:** Manual Focus - **Model Name:** NexStar 5SE Computerized Telescope - **Objective Lens Diameter:** 12.7 centimeters - **Optical Tube Length:** 33 centimeters - **Product Dimensions:** 32"D x 34"W x 52"H - **Telescope Mount Description:** Computerized Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm ## Images ![Celestron NexStar 5SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51x4HpX-6VL.jpg) ![Celestron NexStar 5SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61hzgyURw8L.jpg) ![Celestron NexStar 5SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51-cWa7B39L.jpg) ![Celestron NexStar 5SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/6142o4POTxL.jpg) ![Celestron NexStar 5SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61tZYJ+CSML.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can you use this as a tabletop without the tripod?** A: I guess you could do that but it wouldn't be very stable. It depends what you are trying to do. if you want to point it to the moon or bright objects then I guess it would work. Deep space and astrophotography would require you to put it on the tripod. The tripod that it comes with is very good quality and very stable. **Q: What is the difference between the Celestron Nexstar 127slt and the Nexstar 5se? Which one is better?** A: Check this link out http://www.astronomyforum.net/celestron-nexstar-telescope-forum/134708-nexstar-slt-127-vs-5se-6se.html **Q: Is this a good telescope for a new astronomer / astrophotographer to use to start out? How much extra gear would I need to get?** A: I am a newcomer to telescopes & I am very pleased to have purchased a 5" Celestron. The bigger ones are heavier & too big to lug around all of the time. If you want a bigger Celestron, they actually work the same as the 5". With it, I got a pretty neat CD with star positions for every day of the year. I have researched the extras you need or might want & came up with the following: Celestron case...It seems expensive, but my Celestron 5" fits perfectly in there plus a lot of extras...very well built. Celestron tripod case...fits my tripod very well...good quality. Celestron GPS...not needed, but is very convenient, especially if you view from different locations...saves you the trouble of re-entering latitude & longitude. Celestron case of assorted lenses & filters...good idea because you will want them sooner or later anyway. Celestron battery pack...used when you are away from electric hookup...I bought the cheaper one...It includes a adapter to plug into your car if you want to use power from there. I didn't need a radio like the more expensive one & seems to be of good quality. I bought a $125.00 solar lens for looking at the sun. You must have a solar lens for sun viewing. You can get cheaper ones. I hope this helps... **Q: What is the exact weight of the package in pounds? The amazon description says it weighs 39 pounds! this telescope is very small! I need to know.** A: Leonardo O - I think that the weight is correct. The reason is not the telescope...but Celestron includes also a sturdy tripod... and the tripod does weigh at least fifteen pounds or so ( my guess ). Also because this is a telescope , Celestron uses quiet a bit of cardboard and packing materials to protect it. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great telescope for beginners *by J***T on February 4, 2019* Great telescope for a full year now. I brought the 5'' because it fits my budget and is much more portable than the 6" & 8". The telescope arrived in two boxes and was packaged well. It was quite easy to assemble and was straightforward. But the first night when I tested it the red dot finder failed and would not turn on. I contacted product support and they refunded the price of the red dot finder to let me buy another. I think this is reasonable. The telescope was of good quality and was fairly portable in two pieces. I also brought it with the Nex-yz adapter and eyepiece kit. In my opinion, I would not buy the phone adapter and eyepiece kit because I don't use the adapter and eyepiece often. You will pretty much only use the moon filter, 13, 17, and 32mm eyepieces. I also brought a generic LPR filter which helps somewhat in revealing dim objects and filtering out the light pollution . The goto function was really helpful in finding objects especially DSO's. I will use the auto 2 star alignment procedure and manual location settings. This scope was fine for starting astrophotography but exposures can only be limited to 30 seconds maximum. Even though there was a polar alignment option, it was really hard to do since I am living quite close to the equator in Hong Kong and the mount twists into a really weird position when tracking. In the first few months I viewed only from the city, which was a bortle 9 scale. The planets are easy to see, you can see the belts of Jupiter and its moons, and the rings of Saturn easily. If you want a telescope for ONLY the planets, I would recommend some of the scopes without go to like a dobsonian or maktusov because you will be able to see more detail with increased aperture. You don't need go-to because planets are really bright and sometimes the mount will go off track. The Orion Nebula can be seen though only the bright parts. The andromeda galaxy can NOT be seen at all in light polluted places. Later I was able to go out to a better spot ( bortle 5 ) and it was excellent, and I was able to see the double cluster, Orion Nebula and andromeda galaxy a lot better. I would recommend this scope to beginners and people starting astronomy. You can get good results in the middle of the city, but driving to a deep sky site really makes the view impressive. I will not recommend this for astrophotography but instead will recommend scopes with German equatorial mounts. * images are taken with A6000 camera with remote control. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pound for pound, a winner *by S***S on December 31, 2012* I've owned a 10" dob (Coulter 10" f/4.5) and an ETX-90 (the original non-computerized model). This scope is my re-entry into amateur astronomy after being away for a few years. I live right smack in the middle of a heavily light polluted metropolitan area (Toronto), and it would take at least two hours to get to a genuinely dark site. So I wound up looking for a small scope that would give me good views of solar system objects. I've been pleasantly surprised. There have been only two nights since I got thing that the sky hasn't been completely socked in by clouds, and the moon has been down for both of them. So I haven't gotten the scope on the moon yet, but Jupiter has been beautifully placed, and it looks fantastic! I get a ton more detail off the planetary disc than I ever got from either previous instrument, and it compares favourably with views I've had through an assortment of friends' scopes. (I used the supplied 25mm Plössl, and a 7mm Nagler.) It's light enough that I can grab it and take it out to the end of the driveway for a quick look at the moon or a planet. I just wish that it either got decent battery life on internal power, or could slew around in altaz mode with the power off. I added a Power Tank after reading reviews of the scope's internal battery life. The tank is awkward enough to compromise the scope's ease of deployment, but I suppose I can throw it in a backpack. I'll definitely want to invest in an adjustable chair; the eyepiece wound up at a very awkward height when Jupiter was up near the zenith. For objects closer to the horizon, the height of the tripod makes the eyepiece position much less bad. Pros: * Really sharp optics * Light weight * Low price, especially compared to what computer-controlled SCTs sold for when I owned my previous scope * Star Pointer instead of a crappy 5x24 finder * Some attempt at including a built-in wedge Cons: * Azimuth locks up when power turned off, which prevents you from using it in altazimuth mode with the drive switched off * Really needs a Power Tank for use, which degrades the value of the scope's light weight * Built-in wedge is very rudimentary * Won't take a 2" diagonal for wide-angle views without vignetting The NexStar 6 gets all the attention, and for 36% more light gathering area for 18% more money, it's a great value. But at 45 pounds vs. the 28 of the NexStar 5, it's 50% heavier for that extra 36% light, more if you add a wedge. The 5 is a big small instrument; I scaled up to it after looking at the computerized ETX-90. The 6 is a small primary instrument; I can imagine scaling down to one after looking at an 8" SCT. For shallow-sky observing in the light-polluted city, and for an instrument that I can carry a long way from my car in one trip with the tripod, single-arm fork, and tube mated up, I think this is a winner. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great *by C***E on January 31, 2026* I purchased this as a gift a s it is even better looking in person. I really like that you can accessorize it. They got plug, accessory kit, and storage bags. It’s been cloudy here so they have not been able to use yet. ## Frequently Bought Together - Celestron - NexStar 5SE Telescope - Computerized Telescope for Beginners and Advanced Users - Fully-Automated GoTo Mount - SkyAlign Technology - 40,000+ Celestial Objects - 5-Inch Primary Mirror - AC Adapter Power Cord for Telescopes – Delivers 2A @ 12 VDC – Ideal for LCM, SkyProdigy, Advanced VX, & NexStar SLT/SE – Eliminates The Need for Batteries - Includes International Plugs - Celestron 14 Piece Telescope Accessory Kit - Plossl Eyepieces, Barlow Lens, Colored Filters, Moon Filter, and Sturdy Carry Case --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.bo/products/1150950-celestron-nexstar-5se-schmidt-cassegrain-computerized-telescope](https://www.desertcart.bo/products/1150950-celestron-nexstar-5se-schmidt-cassegrain-computerized-telescope) --- *Product available on Desertcart Bolivia* *Store origin: BO* *Last updated: 2026-08-27*