OTA · 1996–1999
Celestron Celestar 8
Key specifications
| Aperture | 203 mm |
|---|---|
| Focal length | 2032 mm |
| Focal ratio | f/10 |
| Optical design | Schmidt-Cassegrain |
About
The Celestar 8 (~1996-1999): a back-to-basics, non-computerized 8" C8 on a traditional wedge-and-fork mount. Black tube with an orange secondary cover; later versions were Fastar-compatible.