Celestron CGX 700 Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope
Bright Views & Precise Tracking – The Celestron CGX 700 Maksutov-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope
As an industry leader in revolutionary optics and high performance mounts, this Celestron CGX 700 Maksutov-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope has it all! This Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope delivers sharp, bright views with its 7” of aperture. Celestron has equipped this Mak telescope with their patented StarBright XLT coatings for maximum light transmission, enhancing its performance even more. Perfect for visual astronomers and astrophotographers alike, this Celestron CGX 700 Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope is ideal for any astronomy enthusiast!
Carrying this 7” OTA is the highly regarded Celestron CGX. Even at the intense focal length of 2700mm, enjoy smooth and precise tracking across the night sky. A belt and pulley system along with optimized gear mesh reduces backlash significantly for sharper, steadier views. The high payload of 55lbs effortlessly supports this 7” Maksutov-Cassegrain and allows the addition of near limitless accessories! A strong and sturdy tripod with 2” stainless steel legs acts as an anchor, securing this system in place.
Push the Limits of Amateur Astronomy with this Powerful Telescope & Rock-Steady Equatorial Mount!
Celestron has crafted this CGX 7" Maksutov-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope with outstanding light gathering abilities and substantial tracking precision. The option to add near limitless accessories elevates your visual sessions and astrophotography experience even more, making this a well rounded, versatile set up for all of your astronomy endeavors. Read more about this Celestron Computerized Telescope below and see why it's a cut above the rest!
Large Aperture & Sharp Views
The Maksutov-Cassegrain, often referred to as a “Mak”, is a type of catadioptric telescope, meaning it’s furnished with both a lens and mirror. As opposed to a Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope, a Mak utilizes a “secondary spot” in lieu of a secondary mirror. This secondary spot is a highly reflective coating applied within the corrector lens, and is much smaller than the secondary mirrors found within SCTs. This means more light is able to reach the primary mirror for brighter, higher contrast views! Another bonus, collimation is not required as frequently as seen with SCTs. Something to note, the thicker corrector lens found within Maks have a slower time adjusting to the ambient air temperature than SCTs of the same size aperture. With this in mind, taking the time to fully acclimate your telescope to the surrounding temperature results in the best possible user experience. With its focal length of 2700mm and f/15 focal ratio, this telescope design was specialized for capturing small celestial objects, such as the planets, the craters on our Moon, and deep sky objects like planetary nebulae and globular clusters. Also, this Mak is equipped with the Celestron StarBright XLT coatings to maximize light transmission to the eyepiece or camera for sights with unrivaled clarity!
55lb Payload, High Precision Tracking
A high payload capacity, precision mechanics, and a user friendly design makes this Celestron CGX a fitting choice to pair with the 7” Mak. As so, this equatorial mount can be loaded with up to 55lbs of equipment, and hauls this 19lb telescope with ease. The belt driven system within the mount head provides consistent motor operation, and spring loaded worm wheels in both axes keep tracking steady and precise. Designed with astronomy enthusiasts in mind, ergonomics such as well placed carrying handles, smooth latitude/azimuth adjustment knobs, internal cabling, and easy to grip dovetail knobs make user experience a dream! Also, the EQ head position can be adjusted to centralize this system’s weight over the tripod for further stability.
Ideal for Visual Astronomy and Astrophotography
At 7” in aperture, enjoy the best of both worlds! Coming standard with a 28mm eyepiece, enjoy up close and personal views of the cloud bands on Jupiter, Saturn’s rings, the full disk of the Moon, and plenty more. The included star diagonal further enhances your visual experience by providing comfortable viewing, and the 8x50 finderscope makes alignment a breeze! Or, attach your DSLR or dedicated astroimaging camera and share this beauty with friends and family. The robust design and inner workings of the CGX delivers high precision tracking, an element crucial in long exposure astrophotography. Whether using for visual or astrophotography, this CGX 7" Mak is sure to impress!
Included NexStar+ Hand Controller
Equipped with a NexStar+ hand controller, easily find objects to observe, star align, and even polar align your mount! With the All Star Polar Alignment routine built into this hand controller, polar alignment can be achieved even with obstructed views of the celestial poles. An object database of over 40,000 objects and the ability to add 100 user defined targets will have you exploring the cosmos night after night, and 19 large, back lit buttons are clearly labeled and easy to navigate. Enjoy clear 2 line x 18 character lettering with the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen, illuminated in red to help preserve your night vision! In addition, this controller has a USB port for connection to a PC for software control. Please note: Celestron does not include a USB cable with their hand controller. We recommend the Apertura USB 2.0 Cable for Celestron NexStar+ Hand Controllers.
Optimized for Backyard Observatories
Looking to engage in backyard observing? This CGX 7" Mak Computerized Telescope is perfect for you! The home and limit sensors as well as the mechanical hard stop built into the CGX work together to prevent accidental collisions with the tripod. These equipment protection mechanisms give you a peace of mind knowing your gear stays safe without having to constantly monitor your rig. Also, your power supply remains intact with the threaded, fixed power port, and internal cabling helps prevent loose cables from getting caught. With the mount head weight of 44lbs, tripod weight of 19lbs, OTA weight of 19lbs, and two 11lb counterweights, this burly system excels as a stationary, long term setup. Having a ready-to-go system such as this one drastically cuts down on set up time and allows for more observation time. With features like these, the CGX 7” Mak Computerized Telescope earns our High Point Scientific category badge of Backyard Observing!
Upgrade Your Experience with a Myriad of Accessories!
Two available AUX ports found on the CGX provide the option to add a wide range of accessories. Whether you want to attach the Celestron StarSense AutoAlign for your alignment or needs, or even add WiFi capabilities to this CGX with the SkyPortal WiFi Module, Celestron has you covered! To get you started with astrophotography, the Celestron Universal T-Adapter 1.25” allows easy installation of your camera. Connect the StarSense Autoguider to this CGX for improved tracking and even better astroimages! With this multitude of accessories and upgrades, your Celestron CGX 7" Mak Telescope is timeless.
Astronomy Hub: Your one-stop-shop for Astrophotography Knowledge!
Our Gear Experts have compiled a wealth of information to help expand your astrophotography knowledge! Below you’ll find links to articles, videos and "how-to" guides. Just one more reason that our Astronomy Hub is a one-stop-shop for all your astronomy and astrophotography needs!
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