Celestron Advanced VX 9.25" Schmidt-Cassegrain GoTo Telescope

Known for its high-quality optics and reliable mounts, Celestron offers the Advanced VX Series 9.25" Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope for astronomers ready to take their astronomy journey to the next level. Its large 9.25-inch aperture provides 1.34× the light-gathering power of an 8-inch SCT, delivering bright, detailed views of the night sky. Celestron’s patented StarBright XLT coatings further enhance light transmission for improved optical performance. Combining excellent optics with a computerized GoTo mount, the AVX 9.25" SCT is an excellent choice for both visual astronomy and astrophotography.

Carrying this 9.25” OTA is the popular Celestron Advanced VX. The payload of 30lbs comfortably supports this 20lb, 2350mm focal length telescope, providing smooth, even tracking across the night sky. As the most compact of the high performing Celestron German Equatorial Mounts, this system can easily be taken with you on all of your astronomy endeavors! Enjoy adding a wide variety of optional accessories with the included AUX ports, and rest everything atop the sturdy, stainless steel tripod.

Outstanding Optics. Incredible Versatility. This AVX Series 9.25” SCT Is a Must Have!

Celestron has crafted this Advanced VX Series 9.25" SCT with outstanding light gathering abilities and impressive tracking precision in a compact frame. This pairing suits both visual astronomers and astrophotographers, is perfect for travelling to dark sites or engaging in backyard observing, and can be adorned with accessories of your choice. Read more about this Celestron Computerized Telescope below and see why it's a cut above the rest!

Dazzling Clarity: Celestron StarBright XLT Coatings

The Celestron 9.25" SCT features StarBright XLT coatings, designed to maximize light transmission and enhance optical performance. With enhanced mirror reflectivity of up to 95% and improved corrector lens transmission, these coatings deliver bright, high-contrast views of the Moon, planets, and deep-sky objects.

Its 2350mm focal length provides detailed views for visual astronomy and astrophotography. The telescope is also Fastar compatible, allowing the addition of an optional HyperStar system to convert the native f/10 focal ratio to an ultra-fast f/2.2 for deep-sky imaging.

30lb Payload, High Precision Tracking

The Celestron Advanced VX (AVX) mount offers a 30 lb payload capacity, comfortably supporting the 9.25" SCT. Its integer gear ratios, programmable periodic error correction (PPEC), and backlash compensation provide improved tracking and GoTo accuracy for visual astronomy and astrophotography.Designed for portability, the mount head weighs approximately 17 lb, while the tripod weighs 18 lb. Additional features include autoguider connectivity, a built-in accessory tray, a threaded power port, and a wide operating latitude range of 7° to 77°.The dual-saddle mount supports Celestron CG-5, CGE, and Vixen-style dovetail bars but is not compatible with Losmandy D-style plates.

Note: The 30 lb payload capacity excludes the two included 12 lb counterweights.

Ideal for Visual Astronomy and Astrophotography
At 9.25” in aperture, benefit from the best of both worlds! Coming standard with a 25mm eyepiece, enjoy up close and personal views of the Orion Nebula, core of the Andromeda Galaxy, Jupiter and its Galilean Moons, and plenty more. The included star diagonal further enhances your visual experience by providing comfortable viewing, and the 6x30 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 AVX delivers high precision tracking, an element crucial in long exposure astrophotography. Whether using for visual or astrophotography, this AVX 9.25" SCT is sure to impress!

Included NexStar+ Hand Controller

The NexStar+ hand controller makes telescope alignment and target selection easy, featuring All-Star Polar Alignment, a database of over 40,000 celestial objects, and storage for 100 user-defined targets. Its backlit buttons and red LCD display help preserve night vision. A USB port allows connection to a PC for software control. Note: USB cable sold separately.

Optimized for Portability or Backyard Observing
Looking to travel to dark skies or wanting to simply engage in backyard observing? The Celestron AVX 9.25” SCT is the perfect option for you! As one of the high performing German EQ Mounts produced by Celestron, this Advanced VX delivers the same incredible tracking precision within a portable, easy to transport package. Take this system with you on your next camping trip and discover the power of the 9.25” Schmidt-Cassegrain under dark skies. While this computerized telescope can be taken anywhere, it’s also optimal for those who want a more stationary at-home set up. With features like these, the Celestron Advanced VX Series 9.25” SCT Go To Telescope earns our High Point Scientific badges of Portable Grab & Go and Backyard Observing!