Celestron 31153 Skyprodigy 130 Reflector Telescope

Enjoy high quality optics with the convenience of a computerised mount. Click here for a larger image.

Computerised Telescopes

Discover more about our place in the ever-expanding universe by exploring the vast history revealed in the seemingly static night sky. Celestron's world-class telescopes can turn any backyard into a personal planetarium where students can traverse the universe and return home with lessons that will last a lifetime.

The Smartest Telescope in the Universe

A truly revolutionary product with ground breaking technology, SkyProdigy is the product of a culmination of decades of telescope advancements. It combines electronic motors, an intelligent on-board computer, a digital camera* and StarSense technology to create an automatic, instant alignment telescope that requires no input from the user. Simply turn it on, push a button and enjoy the view. It's that easy.

The SkyProdigy will take shots of the sky to auto-align using the built-in camera and on-board computer. Click here for a larger image.

Let Your Telescope Take You on a Tour

The SkyProdigy's automatic alignment process takes only a few minutes, then you will be ready to select from thousands of objects to view. Not sure what to look at? Select the Sky Tour option; this feature offers a customised list of the best objects in the sky to view for your exact time and location anywhere in the world.

No Knowledge of the Night Sky is Required

One touch innovation turns anyone into an instant astronomer.

Celestron's SkyProdigy telescopes use an integrated imaging camera* and patented StarSense Technology to automatically align with the night sky and determine where the telescope is currently pointing. The camera automatically captures an image of the sky, which is processed internally to positively identify the stars in the image. Once a positive match is found, SkyProdigy determines the coordinates of the center of the captured image. The process is automatically repeated two more times so that the system has three known alignment points that can be used to make an accurate model of the night sky. From this information the user can select any celestial object in the hand controller's database, and SkyProdigy will automatically move itself to the correct position.

Computerised hand control has a database of more than 4,000 celestial objects. Click here for a larger image.

*The SkyProdigy's internal camera does not have an external output allowing users to view or save the captured images. The captured images are used internally solely for the purpose of self-aligning the SkyProdigy telescope.

Twinkle Twinkle Little Star

There are estimated to be at least 70 sextillion (7 x 1022) stars in the observable universe and with the nearest one after the sun being 39.9 trillion kilometers away it is difficult to discover and appreciate their true celestial beauty without the help of a high quality telescope.

This SkyProdigy telescope from Celestron couldn't be more perfect for the job with its StarSense computer control technology consisting of a database capable of locating over 4,000 celestial objects. Also with a built-on SkyPointer finderscope to help you align the scope and achieve outstanding views of stars, moons, planets, comets and the endless array of other exciting features waiting to be discovered in the night sky.

If you want to expand your exploration potential even further the scope also features flash upgradeable hand control software and motor control units for downloading product updates over the internet.

Fully computerised mount with secure dovetail easy mounting attachment. Click here for a larger image.

Celestial Celestron Simplicity

Easy to set-up, the lightweight computerised mount prevents the need to lug around a bunch of heavy tools for assembly and can be easily and conveniently carried anywhere so you can find that perfect viewing spot where stability can be acquired with the aluminium tripod, even on uneven terrain in the great outdoors. In addition, there is also an included accessory tray for handy storage of all your add-ons and accessories so they are immediately to hand when required.

Computerised Mount Features

• Proven computer control technology
• Database allows telescope to automatically locate over 4,000 celestial objects
• Proprietary StarSense technology provides a completely automatic alignment process with no user intervention required
• Flash upgradeable Hand Control Software for downloading product updates over the Internet

About Celestron

An award-winning legacy brand for over 50 years, Celestron has grown to become the world's leading telescope maker, and enjoys brand-name recognition among serious amateur astronomers for superior optics, outstanding design, and innovative technology. Celestron also develops a wide range of exciting products and technologies that enhance the science, outdoor and educational markets. At Celestron, we strive to inspire a sense of wonder, knowledge and fun in our customers and throughout our company.

Which Celestron computerised telescope is right for me?

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Features
Optical Design	Refractor	Refractor	Newtonian Reflector	Refractor	Maksutov-Cassegrain	Newtonian Reflector
Aperture	60 mm (2.36 in)	80 mm (3.15 in)	114 mm (4.49 in)	70 mm (2.76 in)	90 mm (3.54 in)	130 mm (5.12 in)
Weight (lbs)	10 lbs (4.54 kg)	14 lbs (6.35 kg)	15 lbs (6.8 kg)	14 lbs (6.35 kg)	16 lbs (7.26 kg)	18 lbs (8.16 kg)
Angular Field of View (deg)	1.6 °	1.6 °	1.6 °	1.7 °	1 °	1.9 °
Linear Field of View (@1000 yds)	84 ft (26 m)	84 ft (26 m)	84 ft (26 m)	91 ft (28 m)	53.5 ft (16 m)	103 ft (31 m)
Optical Coatings	Fully Coated	Fully Coated	Fully Coated	Fully Coated	Fully Multi-Coated	Aluminum with SiO2 overcoat
Focal Length (mm)	700 mm (28 in)	900 mm (35 in)	1000 mm (39 in)	700 mm (28 in)	1250 mm (49 in)	650 mm (26 in)
Focal Ratio	12	11	8.77	10	14	5
Eyepiece 1 (25mm) Magnification	28 x	36 x	40 x	28 x	50 x	26 x
Eyepiece 2 (9mm) Magnification	78 x	100 x	111 x	78 x	139 x	72 x
Mount	Motorised Altazimuth	Motorised Altazimuth	Motorised Altazimuth	Motorised Altazimuth	Motorised Altazimuth	Motorised Altazimuth
Tripod	Aluminum	Aluminum	Aluminum	Steel	Steel	Steel
Highest Useful Magnification	142 x	189 x	269 x	165 x	213 x	307 x
Lowest Useful Magnification	8.57 x	11 x	16 x	10 x	13 x	19 x
Limiting Stellar Magnitude	38	48	65	43	53	73
Resolution (Rayleigh)	2.32 arc seconds	1.74 arc seconds	1.22 arc seconds	1.99 arc seconds	1.55 arc seconds	1.07 arc seconds
Resolution (Dawes)	1.93 arc seconds	1.45 arc seconds	1.02 arc seconds	1.66 arc seconds	1.29 arc seconds	0.89 arc seconds
Light Gathering Power	73 x	131 x	265 x	100 x	165 x	345 x