We’ve already spotted two Black Friday offers on Unistellar’s eVscope 2 and eQuinox 2<\/a>, so there are clearly more to come.<\/p> Every Celestron telescope in our list below has been tested by our independent reviewers, so we’ve only included models we’ve actually used in the field.<\/p> For more offers, read our pick of the best Black Friday telescope deals<\/a> and beginners’ telescopes<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong><\/p> Buy now from Wex<\/a>, Clifton Cameras<\/a>, Jessops<\/a><\/p> The Celestron Inspire 100AZ refractor is a classic beginner\u2019s telescope and a great observing package.<\/p> It’s a good option for young astronomers and beginners on a budget, and would make a good first telescope<\/a> for kids this Christmas.<\/p> It\u2019s lightweight, easy to set up and use and comes with a telescope smartphone adaptor<\/a> so you can capture what you see and share via social media.<\/p> We found crisp stars, good views of Venus, a lovely blue-white Pleiades<\/a> and the Double Cluster in Perseus<\/a>.<\/p> This telescope is currently reduced via a range of online retailers, but Amazon and Jessops in particular are offering it at \u00a3199.<\/p> For more like this, read our guide to the best kids’ telescopes<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong><\/p> Read our full Celestron Inspire 100AZ review<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p> Buy from Jessops<\/a> <\/p> This Newtonian reflecting telescope from Celestron has seen a decent reduction ahead of Black Friday, making it a good option for beginners with a refractor who want to make the leap to that first Newtonian.<\/p> The PS1000 boasts a 127mm aperture and comes with a height-adjustable metal tripod.<\/p> Perhaps most important is the equatorial mount, which enables you to manually track deep-sky objects as they move across the sky.<\/p> Included are 3 eyepieces, a Barlow lens<\/a> and a Moon filter, all of which should serve to make your viewing experience that much better.<\/p> For advice on setting up, read our guide on how to collimate a Newtonian telescope<\/a><\/p> Buy from Wex<\/a>, PicStop<\/a><\/p> The NexStar 8SE is an 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain in a compact orange tube weighing 11kg and just 432mm long.<\/p> Included is a StarPointer red-dot finder<\/a>, E-Lux 25mm, 1.25-inch fit Pl\u00f6ssl eyepiece and a star diagonal<\/a>.<\/p> The mount is a single-arm unit featuring the NexStar hand controller, a power connector and switch, and a battery compartment for eight AA batteries on the top of the base.<\/p> This is a \u2018Go-To\u2019 telescope that can automatically slew to a chosen object at the touch of a button and keep it in view.<\/p> We found our target was always placed close to the centre and we were able to track it for at least 30 minutes.<\/p> We observed the Whirlpool Galaxy<\/a> and its companion, catching a hint of structure in the main galaxy\u2019s disc.<\/p> We also got views of Syrtis Major and a polar cap on Mars, despite how small the planet appeared.<\/p> And Saturn was glorious, its yellow and cream hues looking amazing and \u2013 at the time of observing \u2013 the rings clearly split by the Cassini Division.<\/p> Read our full Celestron NexStar 8SE review<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p> Buy from PicStop<\/a>, Very<\/a>, Clifton Cameras<\/a>, Wex<\/a><\/p> The Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ is a 5.1-inch Newtonian with a focal length of 650mm.<\/p> It uses Celestron\u2019s StarSense technology, which comes in the form of a free app and adaptor to help you explore the night sky.<\/p> Although it\u2019s not essential to make the telescope usable, Celestron\u2019s StarSense Explorer app is at the core of how the telescope works.<\/p> When you begin your session, point the telescope towards a clear patch of sky with stars and wait for the red bullseye on the screen to turn yellow.<\/p> Then simply follow the directions to your target, wait for it to turn green and look through the eyepiece<\/a>.<\/p> We used the telescope under dark skies and found wonderful views of the Orion Nebula<\/a> and the M35 open cluster<\/a> in Gemini.<\/p> Read our full Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ review<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p> Buy from OnBuy<\/a>, PicStop<\/a><\/p> Celestron\u2019s Astro Fi range enables users to use the SkyPortal app to control an altazimuth Go-To telescope.<\/p> The Astro Fi 6 is a Schmidt-Cassegrain with a focal length of 1,500mm that gives a focal ratio of f\/10.<\/p> It\u2019s great for planetary and lunar observations, as well as deep-sky targets.<\/p> A battery pouch for 8xAA batteries is provided (batteries not included) and the mount can also be powered via power tank.<\/p> The tripod is adjustable and suitable for children when positioned at a low height.<\/p> We enjoyed crisp views of Jupiter and Saturn, including the Galilean moons<\/a> and Saturn\u2019s rings.<\/p> The Moon looked very detailed and could explore craters including Theophilus, Cyrillus and Catharina.<\/p> We also got great views of the Great Globular Cluster, the Ring Nebula, the Dumbbell Nebula and the Omega Nebula.<\/p> Read our full Celestron Astro Fi 6 review<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p> Buy from Wex<\/a>, Tring Astronomy Centre<\/a><\/p> The Celestron Advanced VX mount and C9.25 telescope is an impressive duo, as it should be for the price!<\/p> Luckily this is one telescope seeing a decent Black Friday reduction.<\/p> The Advanced VX 9.25-inch is easy to transport and set up, and boasts a generous aperture.<\/p> We tested this out on an old friend, the Orion Nebula, and found the nebula\u2019s core filled the view through the supplied 24mm eyepiece.<\/p> We stayed with the nebula and found the stars of the Trapezium cluster were beautifully split.<\/p> Switching to the Moon, the view was exquisitely sharp.<\/p> This is a great option for experienced astronomers looking for a new investment and wanting to take advantage of the Black Friday offerings.<\/p> Read our full Celestron Advanced VX 9.25-inch SCT review<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>Where to find early Black Friday Celestron telescope deals<\/strong><\/h2>
Celestron Black Friday telescope deals<\/strong><\/h2>
Celestron Inspire 100AZ – was \u00a3259, now \u00a3199<\/strong><\/h3>
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Celestron PS1000 Newtonian – was \u00a3249, now \u00a3149<\/strong><\/h3>
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<\/figure>Celestron NexStar 8SE – was \u00a31699.99, now \u00a31499<\/strong><\/h3>
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<\/figure>Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ – was \u00a3429.99, now \u00a3395.99<\/strong><\/h3>
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Celestron Astro Fi 6 150mm – was \u00a3799.99, now \u00a3727.99<\/h3>
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<\/figure>Celestron Advanced VX 9.25-inch SCT – was \u00a32849, now \u00a32699<\/strong><\/h3>
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