Meade lx200 vs celestron cpc Meade 12 LX90 LNT vs. The required lifting weight of 65 lbs. This means that you cannot reply to this topic. It has PPEC, which the Meade does not. Now I pose another question, which would you prefer, the Meade LX90 or the Celestron CPC 800?Lets look at the basic specs: Both have Meade 12” LX200 and Celestron’s CM-1100 (Two large aperture SCT scopes compared) Mar 22 2005 03:47 PM | dpeach in Schmidt-Cassegrains (SCTs) Introduction. (Vixen Sphinx) I thought it looked pretty easy i watched a couple youtube videos and I thought I can do this, well guess what I really cant. 25″ models, and the CPC fork mount for 11″ and 14″ SCTs. With the Meade you have a full up finder; you do not with the Celestron. Any major difference between these except for the 1 Celestron and Meade frequently offer options to buy ACF and Edge HD telescopes bundled with altitude-azimuth mounts. If I were still using forkmounts From what i've seen from other peoples experiences and my own the CPC is somewhere between the Meade LX90 and Meade LX200. Celestron C11 standard vs Meade LX200 10'' OTA's - posted in Cats & Casses: Looking at possibly going with one of these, will only be using for visual. Can any one offer some pros and con to the 2? thanks Steve. 25 I already had a good idea of the performance difference of those scopes. I Meade LX90 10 vs. The CPC also comes with a 12v battery connector, and the Page 1 of 3 - Celestron Edge HD vs Meade ACF [Optical Properties] - posted in Cats & Casses: The LX90 & LX200 are f/10 models. Based on my experience the LX200 If the LX200 is a -R or ACF then it is better than an XLT Celestron and definitely worth the extra cost. is only 3 lbs. This topic has been archived. the 33 lbs 8” LX90 tube/fork package, though both telescopes use Meade’s Standard Field Tripod, weighing in at 19 lbs. The 45-pound LX200 fork/OTA assembly is heavier than any 8” or 10” Dobsonian optical tube I’ve had my hands on and is similar in weight to that of a solid-tubed 12” Dob. Can a focal reducer be used on both or just the C11. CPC 9. The c9. The CPC is several hundred dollars cheaper, but that difference won't be decisive. 1 reply to this topic #1 Hellow533 Hellow533 The Celestron equivalent is the CPC. Also, you can put lithium batteries on the LX90 if you want, but will recharge externally. I already read the suggestions of my earlier post about the LX90 vs the Celestron Evolution 8. Both scopes have superior optics This will not be a lesson on selecting a telescope, rather trying to compare Meade Telescopes and Celestron Telescopes. So, what is the better manufacturer, Meade vs Celestron? There is no real difference between Meade 8 LX90 GPS Vs. If the 9. I may be wrong about the 600s, someone Page 1 of 4 - 11 Celestron Edge or 10 Meade ACF f/8 - posted in Cats & Casses: Hi,Ive owned two Meade SCTs that I liked a lot, a 10 LX200 Classic, followed by a 12 RCX400. Celestron CPC 11 - posted in Cats & Casses: After months of looking at telescopes, I am down to the Meade LX90 10 or Celestron CPC 11, however it is difficult to determine the difference between these scopes. BWAZ - you are 100% spot on regarding both points! Page 1 of 2 - Celestron 11 vs Meade 12 - posted in Cats & Casses: Hi all I am thinking of purchasing either a Meade LX200 12 ACF or the Celestron HD 11 EdgeI want the OTA only, as I want to mount it on an Orion AtlasOne main purpose is to get as large of a scope as possible that I can carry, and I want something a bit better suited for planetary imaging. With limited availability, I am also looking at the Meade 8 inch scopes CPC 1100 or Meade 12 lx90 for Visual only? - posted in Cats & Casses: I have a CPC 1100. The LX850 & LX600 are f/8 models. I am tossing up whether or not it would be worth the extra money for the 200. I noticed that Meade has a new LX90 ACF 10inch with a weight of 50lbs and the 12 inch has a weight of 60 lbs. I only need to carry it out of my house about 20 The 8” LX200 ACF clocks in at 45 lbs vs. However, if imaging is in your future the LX90 mount is nice (the LX200 is better) and the ACF optics are fantastic! Two excellent scopes to choose from. 25 did produce a Page 1 of 3 - Updated opinions on CPC 1100 GPS vs LX200 10” GPS - posted in Cats & Casses: Hello folks, I am re-entering the hobby and I find myself dealing with a conundrum, I am unsure of if which telescope to choose. I think is have it right when I am in the night sky but I dont Page 1 of 2 - Meade 8 inch APC scopes (lx85 or LX 200) vs Celestron 8 inch - posted in Cats & Casses: Looking at getting a cat, and the 8 inch scopes look like the place to start. Not sure if that is still the case, and I have had only good experiences with the Meade optics I have used (one 14mm UWA EP, now swapped for a Nagler 12T4, based on eye relief, not optical quality, and the two teleXtenders I Celestron C-11 vs Meade 10" LX200R. If they were junk, people would have noticed by now. I did consider Meade but after looking into all The night I traded in my 8" Lx200 GPS for the current 10" Lx200-R, I had the opportunity to compare with the Celestron immediately. Both have died (not exactly endearing This is where locating a reputable and proven manufacturer can pay dividends. 25 but am concerned about the weight at 58lbs. Started by Hellow533 , Mar 15 2011 09:43 PM. Meade LX200 vs. This brand offers a wide range of telescopes for amateurs and professionals, ensuring cutting-edge technology and clear, crisp imagery. I would like to list what I have found and was wondering if anyone could give me more information. These would be mounted on my CGEM mount. 25 and Meade Lx200 10"? Celestron CPC vs CGE vs Meade LX200R - posted in Celestron Computerized Telescopes: Hello all. Meade provides the LX90, LX200, and LX600 mounts, while Celestron offers the Nexstar Evolution mount for 8″ and 9. Both scopes have superior optics. Meades website does not post weight stats. 11 inch Celestron CPC 3. LX200 - posted in Cats & Casses: Hi guys, I am currently deciding between an 8" Meade LX90 or LX200. I think I have narrowed down my choices to two different I own both Celestron (no Evo though) and Meade ACF (including the LX90). heavier than that of the smaller Meade LX200 10” base/fork/OTA, and the CPC 1100’s total weight of 84 lbs is considerably less than the LX200 12” weight of 123 lbs. Que l'on choisisse une version classique ou une version Вот что нашел в инете про CPC vs LX200-----Hi I recently bought a CPC-1100XLT after agonising for months over which scope to get. I am looking at the 10 Meade LX200 GPS w/ UHTC and one of the new Celestron CPCs (925 or 1100). For visual I'd lean towards the Evo as being a bit lighter and fun to use (similar to the Meade Lightswitch). Although I know that this has been discussed before I Page 1 of 2 - Meade LX90 8 or CPC 800 8? - posted in Cats & Casses: I have made a decision to buy an 8" goto telescope. Having read many scope vs scope reviews in the past, I have often been a little dubious as to there worth. Other than aperture size, is there a big difference between the CPC 9. Meade and Celestron are two brands like this. the dual fork of the Meade. This site contains affiliate links to products. The LX200 series is surely the largest-selling midsize telescope line ever produced. Celestron CPC 11 ?? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): I am wanting to get a large (for me) aperture SCT. 25 is an Edge then it's got mirror stabilizers and internal flattener, For those just getting started with astronomyand looking for an inexpensive way to explore the hobby, Celestron has many great offerings with impressive features and quality optics for the price. 1. When looking at the objective lens of these Meade vs Celestron telescopes for beginners, we see that Meade LX65 has objective lens diameter of 152 mm which is a smaller size compared to Celestron 8SE’s objective lens I'd go Celestron over Meade for both optics and mechanicals. Celestron is a renowned name in the world of telescopes, known for its innovative and high-quality products. Celestron CPC 8 - posted in Cats & Casses: Hello everyone, I came across the forums while researching my next telescope and was quite impressed with the level of knowledge and help. I will be using it mainly in the backyard (suburbs of Chicago). CPC Deluxe 1100 - posted in Cats & Casses: I will soon have a new observatory, I'm looking therefore especially at the 12" Meade LX200 and the 11" Celestron CPC Deluxe. One may have a fairer comparison between LX200 and CPC. Would the Meade 12 lx90 provide 5-10% extra brightness on dsos? I only do visual astronomy. I did a quick search of the forums and didnt see a recent post on this topic. LX200 - Visual or EAA Only - Differences? - posted in Cats & Casses: Im considering an aperture jump to 11-12 in a couple years and want to stick with SCTs. 25 CPC. I have been observing with an Orion XT6 dob mounted newtonian for the last 5 years and am ready to step up to something more advanced. Celestron CGE - posted in Cats & Casses: (OTA) is the same regardless of whether you get it on the CPC, AGST (CG-5) or CGE; only the mounts differ. I may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. Even Meade lx200 vs Celestron NexStar 8 SE. Im impressed with the price and alleged ease of GoTo with the Meade 12 LX90 LNT but also the Celestron CPC 11. Since I had just previously compared the c8 and c9. The big thing for me on the Celestron Nexstar is it is a single Fork vs. From my reading, the optics seem equivalent. That said, for visual, LX90 plus SkySafari would be a very nice combo. Celestron CPC800 vs Meade LX90ACF - posted in Cats & Casses: I think I have narrowed my telescope search to the Celestron CPC800 or the Meade LX90ACF. Both Meade and Celestron offer telescopes from the most entry level to the ultra-sophisticated. The LX200 10 is about $1000 more than the 9. Because of shipping costs the difference between the two models is $280. Should I consider this Meade scope as well? A good friend said comparing Celestron to Meade products are like comparing "apples to apples". If you want to do photography, I'd get CGE over any Alt-Az fork mount (Celestron or Meade), Celestron CPC 800 vs. 12 inch Meade Lx90 I spent 3-4 months comparing several of these scopes Three spring-loaded base pin lock screws fix the mount base to the tripod. 25 vs Meade LX90-ACF - posted in Celestron Computerized Telescopes: I have been debating on buying a CPC 9. The Meade 12 lx90 is . Meade LX90 10. Their PowerSeeker and FirstScope series both start around $50 and provide a quality starting point for anyone unsure of astronomy a телескопы meade lx90 и lx200 и celestron cpc 925 сравнение? Обсуждаем телескопы, бинокли и дополнительное оборудование всех производителей. An experienced equipment reviewer I used to know confided in me that he would always go for Celestron for J'ai vu que chacun existe en versions classic, et en version champ plan (Edge HD pour Celestron et ACF pour Meade). The Setup: When my new 10" LX200R OTA arrived I spent the first couple of clear nights messing around with astrophotography issues. As of now I am torn between choosing a CPC 1100 GPS or a 10” LX200 GPS. Pro for Celestron CPC 800 XLT GPS vs Meade LX90 EMC - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): First, Hello! I have been reading the forums for a long time, and finally registered. Started by ATLMoon , Mar 02 2011 10:11 AM. Im looking at Celestron options as well but thought Id use this opportunity to understand differences between the LX90 and LX200. One thing is id like to LX 200 12 vs. No dobs allowed. I work at a small college, and our Meade LX200 Classic shorted out its hand controller; since they dont make them anymore, this seems like a good opportunity to get a bigger, better telescope. 10 inch Meade LX200 2. The LX200 is a different price point than the CPC. As I understand it, the optics of Meade and Celestron are quite closely matched, but that Meade has an iffy reputation with its electronics. I know Celestrons are the most popular, and I think I understand the differences between the standard on the HD. Optically speaking either can be a good choice for visual from the design point of view. I have been using binoculars for awhile, and after reading about telescopes I have decided to purchase a telescope. 10 Meade LX200 GPS or Celestron CPC 1100 - posted in Meade Computerized Telescopes: I am a 2 year etx-105 user and want to move up to a larger scope. Celestron CPC 925 vs. C, LX90 is not in the same class as the CPC mount IMHO. meade 10 LX200 or Celeston 11 CPC , pros and cons? - posted in Cats & Casses: Well Im ready for a new scope. The lx90 has ACF or Edge like optics? Which is heavier? I found these stats but not sure how accurate they are. On the third, mostly clear night I undertook a Meade LX90 vs. Both Meade and Celestron make telescopes that feature Go-To technology and GPS. Dont ask me why but the shipping costs for the LX200 is much cheaper then for the LX90. The LX90 also has PEC in RA; I don't believe the NextStar has any. Will be using for low power DSOs and high power planets. Ive read articles on both and some say that the Meade suffers from wind vibration and optical qualities AS for M vs. The CPC weighs about ten pounds less. I currently have a celestron 8 go-to. Meade, on [] The price is a bit cheaper than the CPC Edge HD but the LX200 models seem to be the higher end Meade products. Back to top; Celestron CPC 925 vs Meade lightswitch LS 8-ACF - posted in Cats & Casses: Ok so i went out last year and purchased I mount that was way beyond my knowledge level. Would I be better getting the 10inch meade? Is the CPC a higher quality scope that would Page 1 of 2 - Meade 12" ACF LX90 vs. I had driven straight from OPT to my After months of looking at telescopes, I am down to the Meade LX90 10" or Celestron CPC 11', however it is difficult to determine the difference between these scopes. Both companies offer entry level telescopes under I did this comparison from my mag 4 backyard over a period of about a month. Meade Lx-90 8 - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): It seems you can buy either one of these right now for ~$1,799 + shipping. fhpaa qsabqvo pvmijz tqna wuji wnyya iajrd jryqie pkhz wttcst