Best 8 Inch Reflector Telescope - April 2024

Orion 09007 SpaceProbe 130ST Equatorial Reflector Telescope (Black)

Our largest aperture SpaceProbe reflector telescope is the niftiest Newtonian reflector on an equatorial mount we've seen in a long time. The Orion SpaceProbe 130ST EQ Reflector Telescope is a step up from the standard SpaceProbe 130 EQ for the more serious beginning or intermediate stargazer who wants additional performance, particularly for targeting deep-sky objects. Just what's so nifty about the Orion SpaceProbe 130ST Equatorial Reflector Telescope? The answer is best described as short and sweet. First, the short. This ST, or Short Tube, version of the SpaceProbe 130 reflector is indeed ... [Read More]

• ASIN: B00D05BKOW
• UPC: 759270090074
• ASIN: B00D05BKOW
• Brand: Orion
• Manufacturer: Optronic Technologies, Inc

Orion SkyQuest XT8 Plus Dobsonian Reflector Telescope

Using the XT8 Classic as a starting point, we added top-notch features and accessories to create the Orion SkyQuest XT8 PLUS Dobsonian Reflector. This deluxe upgrade of our stalwart 8" reflector telescope boasts a redesigned Dobsonian base, adjustable altitude axis tension, a 2" dual-speed Crayford focuser, and a host of other upgraded features and included accessories. The sleek redesigned base of our SkyQuest XT8 PLUS Dobsonian not only looks great, it also features weight-reducing cutouts which help make the XT8 PLUS more portable than its XT8 Classic counterpart. The base is quite visible,... [Read More]

• ASIN: B07KWKKN5C
• UPC: 759270102807
• ASIN: B07KWKKN5C
• Brand: Orion
• Manufacturer: Orion

Orion 8297 8-Inch f/3.9 Newtonian Astrograph Reflector Telescope

Our 8"aperture deep-sky imaging specialist boasts features usually reserved for much pricier astrophotography telescopes. In fact, the Orion 8" f/3.9 Newtonian Astrograph's powerful imaging performance easily exceeds what's achievable with many premium apo refractors costing thousands of dollars more. Its 8" parabolic primary mirror has 800mm of focal length, making the fast f/3.9 Newtonian an ideal wide-field astrophotography telescope. A substantial 70mm minor axis secondary mirror provides full field illumination to CCD and/or DSLR cameras for efficient astrophotography performance. Both pr... [Read More]

• ASIN: B005VAFD4M
• UPC: 759270082970
• ASIN: B005VAFD4M
• Brand: Orion
• Manufacturer: Orion

Orion 8945 SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope

A powerful and capable telescope, the Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian is one of our most popular reflectors due to its elegant combination of precision optics, mechanical simplicity, and rock-solid stability. You and your whole family will appreciate the bright, clear views of the night sky provided by the XT8 Classic. The Moon and planets of our solar system like Jupiter, Saturn, and Mars shine brightly in the SkyQuest XT8 Classic, allowing you to inspect them in detail. The XT8's 8-inch aperture is also large enough to gather a significant amount of light from more distant celestial obj... [Read More]

• ASIN: B001DDW9V6
• UPC: 759270089436
• ASIN: B001DDW9V6
• Brand: Orion
• Manufacturer: Orion

Celestron Advanced VX 8" Newtonian

8” f/5 optical design with a focal length of 1000mm Minimizes chromatic and spherical aberration Large base castings Improved stability under heavier loads PEC eliminates recurring track errors from the worm gear Motors offer improved torque and tracking performance More rigidity, less flexure and improved aesthetics Allows viewing or imaging across the meridian Can be used between 7 – 77° latitude Features NexStar+ and All-Star Polar Alignment

• ASIN: B00BNPMKH2
• UPC: 050234320627
• ASIN: B00BNPMKH2
• Brand: Celestron
• Manufacturer: Celestron

Zhumell Z8 Deluxe Dobsonian Reflector Telescope

With its Z8 Robesonian telescope, shmuel took a completely new approach to the telescope design process, starting with you! It’s no wonder this telescope has been a smash success among amateur astronomers; the Z Series is based on customer feedback to be the best telescope value on the market. From suggestions about materials and construction to your wish list of must-have accessories, it’s all been included in this family of high-quality and affordable Robesonian telescopes. The shmuel Z8 Robesonian telescope features an 8” parabolic primary mirror that captures a substantial amount of ... [Read More]

• ASIN: B002SCV6P6
• UPC: 853555008003
• ASIN: B002SCV6P6
• Brand: Zhumell
• Size: Z8 Deluxe Dobsonian
• Manufacturer: Celestron Acquisition LLC

Orion 9788 203mm f/4.9 Reflector Tube with Crayford-Style Focuser

Responding to your requests, we are pleased to offer this reflector optical tube assembly (OTA) for folks who already have an equatorial mount. This optical tube assembly includes parabolic mirror optics, center marked for easy collimation. It has an upgraded 2" Crayford-style focuser (with 1.25" eyepiece adapter), quick-collimation cap, dust cap, and a dovetail base that accommodates any Orion finder scope. Pre-tapped holes in the rear cell allow attachment of an Orion Cooling Accelerator Fan (sold separately). Aperture: 203mm. Focal length: 1000mm (f/4.9). 2" collimatable Crayford-style focu... [Read More]

• ASIN: B00E63KSPY
• UPC: 759270097882
• ASIN: B00E63KSPY
• Brand: Orion
• Manufacturer: Orion

SkyWatcher S11610 Traditional Dobsonian 8-Inch (White)

The Sky-Watcher Traditional Dobsonian Telescope 203mm/1200mm (8 and #34; ) has a and #34; paraboloidal and #34; primary mirror to eliminate spherical aberration and a four-arm, secondary- mirror bracket with fine supports (0. 5mm thick), to reduce diffraction spikes and light loss. In addition, this model include a 2 and #34; focuser with a 1. 25 and #34; adapter, allowing the use of either eyepiece size. This model also include the new feature-tension control handle.

• ASIN: B00Z4G3PRK
• UPC: 050234116107
• ASIN: B00Z4G3PRK
• Brand: Sky Watcher
• Manufacturer: Celestron

Orion 9738 SkyView Pro 8-Inch Equatorial Reflector Telescope

Prepare to be amazed with our SkyView Pro 8 EQ reflector. It's got a full 8" (203mm) parabolic primary mirror, which gathers 73% more light than a 6". Observe the Messier Catalog and a host of other deep-sky objects with the reach of this scope! And if you're into the Moon and planets, SkyView Pro 8's 1000mm focal length (f/5) gives you the appropriate image scale to resolve the finest detail. The tube features an upgraded 2" Crayford-style focuser with a 1.25" insert, which affords a limitless choice of optional 1.25" and 2" eyepieces (two 1.25" Sirius Plossl eyepieces are included). The seco... [Read More]

• ASIN: B000M88AAC
• UPC: 759270097387
• ASIN: B000M88AAC
• Brand: Orion
• Manufacturer: Orion

Orion Skyview Pro 8 GoTo Reflector Telescope

A popular classic is now easier to use than ever before. With the computerized GoTo system, pushing a button or two is all it takes to find any one of over 42,000 celestial wonders. Internal stepper motors slew the telescope at up to 3.4 degrees per second right to your target, placing it directly in the eyepiece's field of view. Using the intuitive menus on the hand controller, you will see more incredible sights than you ever dreamed possible. It will even take you on a guided tour of the best sights each month. A simple two-star or three-star initial alignment is all that's needed to begin ... [Read More]

• ASIN: B000M84BNW
• UPC: 759270247317
• ASIN: B000M84BNW
• Brand: Orion
• Manufacturer: Orion

Orion SpaceProbe II 76mm Equatorial Reflector Telescope

With its 3"-aperture optics and equatorial mount, the petite SpaceProbe II 76mm Reflector is a great choice for anyone who is curious about space and the stars. The SpaceProbe II 76mm gathers a good amount of light from the night sky, for impressively bright and detailed views of celestial wonders. Everyone in the family will want to join the fun for great views of the Moon, bright planets, and star clusters seen through the telescope. This complete, full-fledged reflector telescope will help foster a lifetime of appreciation for science and astronomy.This inexpensive reflector telescope will ... [Read More]

• ASIN: B0772VN99D
• UPC: 759270102746
• ASIN: B0772VN99D
• Brand: Orion
• Size: 76 mm
• Manufacturer: Orion

Sky-Watcher 8" Collapsible Dobsonian Telescope

Corresponding to the escalating "aperture fever" that has gripped amateur astronomy for several decades, an 8" diameter is now generally regarded as the minimum entry-level aperture for serious observing. The low cost, large diameter, and fast focal ratio of the 8" Sky-Watcher Dobsonian make it an ideal dedicated telescope for wide-field, deep-space observation of faint galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. The low-power dramatically captures wide swaths of sky in a single view. Galaxies and nebula appear to pop out of the heavens as bright, expansive masses of stars, gas, and dust.

• ASIN: B004Q78OII
• UPC: 050234117005
• ASIN: B004Q78OII
• Brand: Sky Watcher
• Manufacturer: Celestron

Celestron NexStar 130SLT Computerized Telescope

• ASIN: B0007UQNNQ
• UPC: 050234311458
• ASIN: B0007UQNNQ
• Brand: Celestron
• Manufacturer: Celestron

Orion 08296 10-Inch f/3.9 Newtonian Astrograph Reflector Telescope

Our largest reflector optimized for astro-imaging boasts 10-inch parabolic primary optics with a very fast f/3.9 focal ratio for exceptional wide-field, deep-space imaging performance. Even faint galaxies and nebulas exhibit stunning detail with limited exposure time when photographed through this large-aperture astrograph with a CCD imager or DSLR camera. You'll get incredibly bright, crisp images that will make apochromatic refractor aficionados green with envy - and you'll have more green in your wallet thanks to this telescope's more-affordable Newtonian design. Both the 10-inch (254mm) pr... [Read More]

• ASIN: B004GK511I
• UPC: 759270082963
• ASIN: B004GK511I
• Brand: Orion
• Manufacturer: Orion

Celestron NexStar 8 SE Telescope

• ASIN: B000GUFOC8
• UPC: 502341106392
• ASIN: B000GUFOC8
• Brand: Celestron
• Manufacturer: Celestron

SkyWatcher S11610?8 Inch Traditional Dobsonian Reflector Telescope

SkyWatcher 8" TraditionalBrand NewIncludes Limited Two Year WarrantyThe SkyWatcher 8-Inch Traditional Dobsonian Telescope features rock-steadyplatform with very low vibrations. Its large parabolic primary mirror is highly reflective andcorrects spherical aberration to eliminate distortion across the

• UPC: 47935577
• Model: S11610
• Color: Multicolor

SkyWatcher S11800 8 Inch Collapsible GoTo Newtonian Reflector Telescope

SkyWatcher 8" GoTo Collapsible DobsonianBrand NewIncludes Limited Two Year WarrantyThe SkyWatcher 8-Inch Collapsible GoTo Dob Telescope is precision engineered instrument that will allow you to easily find and enjoy viewing night sky treasures, such as

• UPC: 50020840
• Model: S11800
• Color: Multicolor

Orion 9738 SkyView Pro 8-Inch Equatorial Reflector Telescope

Orion 9738 SkyView Pro 8-Inch Equatorial Reflector

• UPC: 180444236
• Model: 09738

SkyWatcher S11700 8-Inch Collapsible Newtonian Reflector Telescope

SkyWatcher 8" Collapsible DobBrand NewIncludes Limited Two Year WarrantyThe SkyWatcher 8-Inch Collapsible Dob Telescope features a large-aperture, short focal-length, Newtonian reflector. Sky-Watcher's optical tube design utilizes their proprietary truss support system. That system allows the

• UPC: 17358718
• Model: S11700
• Color: Multicolormulti

SkyWatcher S11930 20 Inch Truss-Tube AZ GoTo Newtonian Reflector Telescope

SkyWatcher 20” Stargate Truss-Tube GoTo DobsonianBrand NewIncludes Limited Two Year WarrantyThe SkyWatcher 20-Inch Truss-Tube AZ GoTo Dob Telescope features a large-aperture, short focal-length,Newtonian reflector. The 20” fused conical parabolic primary mirror has thinner and lightweight

• UPC: 744262605
• Model: S11910
• Color: Black