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The Celestron CGX 800 is a computerized 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain catadioptric telescope featuring premium EdgeHD or standard optics mounted on a heavy-duty CGX German equatorial mount. With its 2032mm focal length and StarBright XLT coatings, this lightweight yet portable system delivers excellent performance for both visual observation and long-exposure astrophotography, supporting accessories with a 55-pound payload capacity. The advanced CGX mount combines precise go-to computerized control with smooth tracking and reduced backlash, making it ideal for backyard observatories and dark-sky site observing.
| Aperture | 203 mm |
| Included Eyepiece | 40 |
| Included Finderscope | 9x50 |
| Mount Head Weight | 44 kg |
| Mount type | German Equatorial |
| Fastar Compatible | ✓ |
| Minimum Power Supply | 3.5 A |
| Tripod Leg Diameter | 2 in |
| Focal length | 2032 mm |
| Mount Payload Capacity | 55 kg |
| Hand Controller Display | 2 |
| Power Supply Voltage | 12 V |
| Optical Tube Assembly Weight | 14 lb |
| Optical Coatings | StarBright XLT |
| User Programmable Objects | 100 |
| Focal ratio | f/10 |
| Optical Tube Type | Schmidt-Cassegrain (Catadioptric) |
| Object Database | 40000 |
| Diagonal Size | 1.25 |
| Aperture (inches) | 8 in |
| Tripod Weight | 19 kg |
| GoTo Control | ✓ |