Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ vs Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 80AZ: specs compared
Updated 05 September 2026.
130 mm
Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ wins on aperture
On aperture, Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ leads: 130 mm versus 80 mm.
| Spec | Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ | Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 80AZ |
|---|---|---|
| Aperture | 130 mm (5.12 in) | 80 mm (3.15 in) |
| Focal length | 650 mm | 900 mm |
| Focal ratio | f/5 | f/11.25 |
| Optical design | Newtonian reflector | Achromatic refractor |
| Focuser / eyepiece barrel | 1.25 in rack-and-pinion focuser | 1.25 in focuser with a 90-degree erect-image diagonal |
| Mount | Altazimuth with slow-motion control (StarSense phone dock) | Altazimuth with pan handle (StarSense phone dock) |
| Highest useful magnification (published) | 307x | 189x |
Questions and answers
Which has the higher aperture, Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ or Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 80AZ?
On aperture, Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ leads: 130 mm versus 80 mm.
How do Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ and Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 80AZ compare?
On aperture, Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ leads: 130 mm versus 80 mm.