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The \u003cstrong\u003ealuminium tube\u003c\/strong\u003e, just \u003cstrong\u003e432 mm long\u003c\/strong\u003e despite a focal length of over two metres, makes it easy to transport and compatible with mid-range mounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eXLT coating and versatility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optics feature Celestron's \u003cstrong\u003eStarBright XLT\u003c\/strong\u003e multi-coatings, which maximise light transmission and image contrast. The Schmidt-Cassegrain design allows operation across a very wide focal length range through the use of focal reducers or extenders, making it one of the most modular astronomical instruments available. Focusing is achieved by shifting the primary mirror. 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The included Losmandy bar further extends mounting options to a wider range of equatorial and alt-azimuth heads in the mid and upper class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is the Celestron C8-XLT for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron C8-XLT is the reference instrument for amateur astronomers seeking a \u003cstrong\u003ecompact 203 mm Schmidt-Cassegrain OTA\u003c\/strong\u003e with high optical performance and broad modularity. The high light-gathering power (843×), long focal length and SCT system flexibility make it well suited to planetary, lunar and deep-sky observation as well as high-resolution astrophotography. 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