Celestron C14 optical tube vs Celestron C8 optical tube: specs compared
Updated 05 September 2026.
356 mm
Celestron C14 optical tube wins on aperture
On aperture, Celestron C14 optical tube leads: 356 mm versus 203 mm.
| Spec | Celestron C14 optical tube | Celestron C8 optical tube |
|---|---|---|
| Aperture | 356 mm (14.02 in) | 203 mm (7.99 in) |
| Focal length | 3910 mm | 2032 mm |
| Focal ratio | f/11 | f/10 |
| Optical design | Schmidt-Cassegrain | Schmidt-Cassegrain |
| Focuser / eyepiece barrel | 1.25 in visual back (SCT rear cell); a 2 in diagonal fits with an SCT-to-2 in adapter | 1.25 in visual back (SCT rear cell); a 2 in diagonal fits with an SCT-to-2 in adapter |
| Mount | Optical tube only (CGE Pro / heavy dovetail), no mount supplied | Optical tube only (CGE / Vixen dovetail), no mount supplied |
| Highest useful magnification (published) | 840x | 480x |
| Optical tube weight | 45 lb | 12.5 lb |
Questions and answers
Which has the higher aperture, Celestron C14 optical tube or Celestron C8 optical tube?
On aperture, Celestron C14 optical tube leads: 356 mm versus 203 mm.
How do Celestron C14 optical tube and Celestron C8 optical tube compare?
On aperture, Celestron C14 optical tube leads: 356 mm versus 203 mm.