The Meade 0810-90-05 LX 8-Inch (f/10) Schmidt-Cassegrain Catadioptric Telescope has an 8-inch aperture with a focal length of 2,000-millimeters (f/10) making it ideal for observing deep space. This telescope can be managed by one person and provides better brightness and resolving power than common 8-inch catadioptric scopes. Features include high quality Schmidt-Cassegrain optics, double fork mounting and a streamlined appearance. Ultra-High Transmission Coatings (UHTC) offers enhanced light. This telescope also comes with a long list of technology including its rigid mount with a robust tripod, oversized primary mirror, diffraction-limited optics and an accurate and easy-to-use GPS-enabled alignment. The AutoStar computer controller permits the viewing and tracking of over 30-thousand objects, including (50) objects in the solar system, (8) major planets, (26) asteroids and (15) comets. Up to 5-minutes of imaging exposure is available with the use of an adapter. The Meade Deep Sky Imager is sold separately, but will allow for longer exposure if necessary. This telescope comes with a 26-millimeter Series 4000 Super Plossl Eyepiece and a 1.25-inch Diagonal Prism. The Meade 0810-90-05 LX 8-Inch (f/10) Schmidt-Cassegrain Catadioptric Telescope comes with a 1-year limited warranty. Meade has everything you need to capture the night sky for experienced star-shooters, serious researchers and beginners alike. Serious astronomers for years have flocked to Meade telescopes for their quality optical systems and patented technology. Consumers know that "Meade Optics Inside" means that what they see through our telescopes will be views that are detailed, crisp and full of contrast. Look through a Meade this evening and see what you"ve been missing.