Celestron StarSense Explorer 8-inch Dobsonian vs Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ: specs compared
Updated 05 September 2026.
203 mm
Celestron StarSense Explorer 8-inch Dobsonian wins on aperture
On aperture, Celestron StarSense Explorer 8-inch Dobsonian leads: 203 mm versus 102 mm.
| Spec | Celestron StarSense Explorer 8-inch Dobsonian | Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ |
|---|---|---|
| Aperture | 203 mm (7.99 in) | 102 mm (4.02 in) |
| Focal length | 1200 mm | 660 mm |
| Focal ratio | f/5.9 | f/6.5 |
| Optical design | Newtonian reflector (parabolic primary) | Achromatic refractor |
| Focuser / eyepiece barrel | 2 in Crayford focuser with a 1.25 in adapter | 1.25 in focuser with a 90-degree star diagonal |
| Mount | Manual Dobsonian base (StarSense phone dock) | Altazimuth with slow-motion control (StarSense phone dock) |
| Highest useful magnification (published) | 480x | 241x |
Questions and answers
Which has the higher aperture, Celestron StarSense Explorer 8-inch Dobsonian or Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ?
On aperture, Celestron StarSense Explorer 8-inch Dobsonian leads: 203 mm versus 102 mm.
How do Celestron StarSense Explorer 8-inch Dobsonian and Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ compare?
On aperture, Celestron StarSense Explorer 8-inch Dobsonian leads: 203 mm versus 102 mm.