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For example, if you put a 4-inch aperture mask on an 8-inch f/6 telescope, it becomes, in effect, a 4-inch f/12 telescope. Said another way, it’s a way to dramatically cut the light throughput ...

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope. Known for its orange tube design and ease of use, the Celestron NexStar 8SE provides detailed views of celestial objects, offering an 8-inch aperture ...

Astronomers note that you'll likely need a telescope with at least an 8-inch aperture at 50 times magnification to see Uranus ...

Astronomers recommend a telescope with at least an 8-inch aperture at 50 times magnification to see Uranus and its rings, and 150 times magnification to see Neptune.

On Tuesday evening, six planets will line up in the night's sky - Mars, Jupiter, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and Venus. Best viewed in skies free of cloud, the planets should be easily spotted amongst ...

For those who wish to see the planets in greater detail, a telescope with at least an 8-inch aperture and 50x magnification is recommended for Uranus and its rings.

Save $400 on one of the best telescopes — Celestron Advanced VX 8-inch EdgeHD is now 14% off at Adorama in this price drop before Amazon Prime Day.

One of the best entry-level telescopes on the market, the Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ boasts a 5.1-inch aperture, which is quite wide for this price bracket and absorbs a lot of light.

The best views for a reasonable cost: Sky-Watcher Classic Dobsonian Telescope (8-inch) ... As a general rule, the maximum amount of desired magnification for a telescope is 50x per inch of aperture.