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Orange tube Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope on computerized alt-azimuth mount with StarPointer finderscope

Celestron

Celestron 11049 NexStar 4SE 102 mm Maksutov-Cassegrain optic

SKU CH-DSYX-C287B MPN 11049

A 102 mm Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope with 1325 mm focal length, StarBright XLT coatings, computerized GoTo and SkyAlign alignment

  • Part type or number11049
  • Field of view53 ft (16 m) (@1000 yds)
  • Objective lens102
  • Overall magnification241
  • Product typeTelescopes
  • DetailsOptical Design: Maksutov-Cassegrain Aperture (mm): 102 mm (4
  • Compact 102 mm aperture gathers light for detailed planetary views
  • Maksutov-Cassegrain optical design delivers long 1325 mm focal length in short tube
  • StarBright XLT coatings maximise light transmission for brighter, higher-contrast images
  • StarPointer finderscope speeds alignment and object location
  • Computerised GoTo mount with SkyAlign finds thousands of celestial targets automatically

Ideal for visual astronomy beginners

The Celestron NexStar 4SE is a 102 mm Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope mounted on a fully computerized single-arm fork. It arrives pre-assembled so users can start observing immediately. The integrated StarPointer finderscope simplifies initial alignment and object location. This system suits anyone wanting a portable, goto-capable instrument without a complex setup process.

Upgrade from manual or smaller scopes

Moving from a non-computerized refractor or a tabletop Dobsonian adds automated tracking and a database of thousands of celestial objects. The jump is worth it when you want the mount to find and follow planets or deep-sky targets while you observe. SkyAlign software aligns the telescope using any three bright objects, removing the need to know star names or coordinates.

102 mm aperture with f/13 focal ratio

The 1325 mm focal length and f/13 ratio deliver 53× magnification with the supplied 25 mm eyepiece and a maximum useful magnification of 241×. This combination excels at high-contrast planetary and lunar detail. Light-gathering capacity limits performance on faint galaxies and nebulae; the narrow 53 ft field of view at 1000 yds makes large extended objects difficult to frame.

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Price $317.99
Pricier than about 74% of the 1,401 comparable items (median $93.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameCELESTRON
Model nameNexStar 4SE Computerized
Part type or number11049
Product typeTelescopes
Product colorMulti
Audio & video
Field of view53 ft (16 m) (@1000 yds)
Size & build
Shipping weight18.46 kg
Package size826 × 686 × 343 mm
More details
Objective lens102
Overall magnification241

Questions about this item

What tripod or mount does the 102 mm optical tube attach to?

The 102 mm Maksutov-Cassegrain tube is pre-assembled on the single-arm fork mount that ships with the NexStar 4SE; no separate tripod head is required.

How do I run the initial SkyAlign procedure, and what step do users often miss?

Power on the hand control, enter date, time and site, then centre three bright stars; the step often missed is confirming each star with ENTER after centring.

Which items will need replacement after extended use?

The 25 mm eyepiece and StarPointer finderscope are the main accessories that may wear or be lost; the optical tube coatings are permanent.

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