Celestron Nexstar 9.25" GPS Schmidt Cassegrain Telescope with Starbright XLT Coatings, with Tripod.

Unique design, advanced features, GOTO accuracy, and superb optics. You get the picture. The 9 1/4" optical tube is coupled with one of the most popular mounts in Celestron's history - the NexStar GPS series. The 9 1/4" was already a favorite among astrophotographers and discerning visual observers, but now with the carbon fiber tube and the NexStar GPS mount, it is a formidable addition to the NexStar GPS family. The 9 1/4" was specifically designed for visual infin ity focus when using 2" eyepieces and has an optimized baffle system to benefit astrophotography by minimizing vignetting at the ed ge of the field of view. Its longer primary focal length and lower magnification secondary mirror contribute to a flatter field of view at the focal plane and helps to further reduce optical aberrations. This feature packed model comes standard with a carbon fiber tube and Celestron's renowned StarBright ® multi-coatings. The NexStar 9 1/4" is compatible with the complete line of Celestron photographic and visual accessories The NexStar 9 1/4" has all the features that makes the NexStar GPS family so popular: Internal Slip Ring - NexStar's power cables and telescope accessory cables will not get wrapped around the telescope. Integrated Handles - Carrying handles are integrated into fork arms to make lifting and transporting easier. Leveling - Leveling accuracy, which applies to both altazimuth an