Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope

 

Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope Review

The Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope is the amateur astronomer’s dream and here’s why.

It is big enough to accommodate your  astronomy needs for the rest of your life, yet not so big that it becomes inconvenient to set up for just a short spell of observation or for moving to darker skies.  Its performance, convenience and lifetime use makes it the perfect large telescope for the beginner to astronomy or for someone wishing to move on to their final telescope.

It has the WOW! factor.

Look at some of the Amazon Reviews for this telescope.

My 1st telescope…wow!!!

Given my crappy location full of light pollution, my only real expectation tonight was to verify that the spotting scope and the main scope were in alignment. So I pointed at Orion’s Nebula (M43) with my spotting scope and then took a look through the factory supplied 25mm eye piece with no barlow.
WOW!!! Even with my crappy location, M43 was amazing!!! I could easily see the nebula and make out the hues and colors. Equally amazing, my spotting scope and main scope were dead on!! I then wheeled the scope towards Saturn which was only a few degrees over my neighbor’s roof, a real no-no when it comes to stargazing. Well, if this was crappy conditions, all I can say is WOW!!! It was just as amazing. Even though the rings are tough to make out since the rings are right on in terms of their plane, it was still easy to see as well as plenty of moons circling. WOW!!!

Even though the rings are tough to make out since the rings are right on in terms of their plane, it was still easy to see as well as plenty of moons circling. WOW!!!
Then tried the 13% moon filter on the crescent moon. WOW!!! Wish I could describe it better, but the first peek at this stuff is just amazing!!

Then last night we used it to look at the half-moon, and all I can say is…WOW! I felt like I was orbiting the moon and looking down from 60 miles. You can see shadows of individual craters, and the clarity is amazing. Very crisp image.

awesome telescope for an awesome price

this telescope is so amazing the only way i can put it into words is through a pro/con list

pros-
easy to setup
easy to use
incredible views(especially of saturn)
good price
great quality

cons-
HEAVY

Big Bang. Small Bucks.

Amazing views. Plenty of Light

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The Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope is one of Amazon’s most popular reflectors, and if you see the reviews you will understand why. It has the WOW ! factor. This is due to its precision optics, high stability , and mechanical simplicity. In short, it is a powerful telescope for a good price. This is a telescope which can be used by the whole family because The Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope provides bright clear views of the night sky. The views of the moon are incredible, and the detailed views of Mars, Jupiter and Saturn will leave you breathless. And as for far away celestial objects such as star clusters, nebulas and galaxies, the 8 inch aperture collects as much light as you’re going to get for telescopes of this size, giving you tremendous bang for buck. This telescope is tremendous value, enabling, as it does, tremendous views of a wide range of objects in the night sky. The Dobsonian design renders point and view simplicity, so that the whole family will be able to scan the heavens with the smallest amount of practice. In short, whether you are a beginner or are serious about your hobby, the this telescope has everything you will need.

Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope Videos.

The following excellent videos will show you how to properly assemble your new Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope.
It also shows you the size of it and how to safely lift and carry it. It also shows you how to fix the optional moon filter.  ( A must-have in my opinion) and demonstrates the optional, but very useful, carry case.

Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope Review

 

What Will I Be Able To See Through My New SkyQuest XT8 ?

The Orion Nebula will more than fill the 1.08° field of your SkyQuest’s standard eyepiece. The Nebula will become a glowing complex of shapes of light. The detail of nebulas and galaxies will be sharp and amazing. The resolution of clusters and binaries is incredible. You will be able to see structures and detail that you’ve probably never experienced before. Our solar system objects will be incredible. Saturn’s rings are visible with the standard 25mm eyepiece and this you will find is a magnificent sight.  You will be amazed that you are able to observe our moon’s craters and mountain ranges. Whether this is your first telescope or an upward move from a smaller telescope, you will find that the SkyQuest XT8 is a complete working telescope for the amateur astronomer. It’s ease of set up means that you can begin your observations soon after its arrival. You will find the price affordable and a much better investment than a smaller telescope, as you will not need to upgrade this telescope.

Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope Review