Celestron Origin 152/335 RASA Smart Telescope

The Celestron Origin 152/335 RASA Smart Telescope is a very fast f/2.2 astrograph that allows you to obtain high-quality images in a short time. Controllable with a smartphone, it features a built-in rechargeable battery for added convenience and easy portability for mobile use. Its sturdy stainless steel mount ensures durability. Get expert telescope advice and explore the universe with Celestron Origin.

Celestron Origin is at the forefront of a new era in amateur astronomy, combining stargazing and astrophotography into a single, easy-to-use experience. This all-in-one smart home observatory eliminates the complexity of traditional telescopes and transforms your backyard into a gateway to the cosmos. Equipped with cutting-edge technology, Celestron Origin captures the beauty of celestial objects and brings them to life on your phone or tablet.

Celestron engineers leveraged decades of experience in designing every detail, from Origin's patented optical technology to its intuitive companion app. The result is a revolutionary new system that builds on Celestron's legacy and makes astronomy more accessible, exciting, and fun than ever before.

RASA Optical Technology: Unleashing the Power of Light

At the heart of Celestron Origin is the patented Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph (RASA), a landmark advancement in optics. In the RASA design, the imaging sensor is located at the front of the telescope tube, not the back, creating an ultra-fast f/2.2 system with an extraordinarily wide field of view while providing sharp images right to the edge. Since its launch in 2014, RASA technology has become the preferred choice for space surveillance and satellite tracking. National defense contractors, professional research astronomers, and governments rely on RASA to detect tiny pieces of debris and space junk, keeping our vital communications satellites safe in orbit. For Origin, Celestron optical engineers developed a new 6” RASA with the same capabilities of an observatory instrument in a portable package.

Thanks to RASA, Origin is in a class of its own and far surpasses other telescope designs. RASA simply delivers more photons in less time than a smaller, slower reflector, refractor, or other Newtonian telescope tube. RASA's unique combination of speed, aperture, and performance ensures unparalleled image detail, even during short exposure times.

To take full advantage of RASA optics, Celestron selected the Sony IMX178 color CMOS sensor to capture its data. It features STARVIS backlighting technology for the highest sensitivity and fast readout with low noise, helping to deliver clear images as quickly as possible. This sensitive chip has small 2.4 µm pixels ^for high resolution, a perfect match for fast optical design.

Turn every backyard observer into an astroimage

Celestron Origin introduces a paradigm shift in astrophotography with its built-in AI algorithms. As the telescope captures data, these intelligent algorithms automatically accumulate and process each frame in real time. The result is a stunning display of celestial objects, rich in color and detail. For the first time, astroimaging is accessible to enthusiasts of all levels, including those who have never used a telescope.

A universe at your fingertips: StarSense technology and the Origin app

Setting up the Celestron Origin is a breeze thanks to its automated initialization process powered by StarSense technology. Place the Origin outside, turn it on, and connect to the app. Then, you can choose to stay with your telescope or head inside. In less than two minutes, the Origin focuses, scans the night sky, autonomously aligns itself by matching star patterns with its internal database, and notifies you that it's ready to begin your astronomical adventure.

The Celestron Origin app, developed in collaboration with Simulation Curriculum, the makers of SkySafari™, offers an intuitive planetarium interface that simplifies navigating the night sky. Using the planetarium view, hold your device up to the sky to look around using “compass mode” and tap on any object you want to see (the best ones are highlighted). Or try the Best of Tonight list, where Origin displays the most stunning galaxies, nebulas, star clusters, and more, based on your precise location and observing time. Forget consulting a star chart or planning ahead; Origin is ready to show you the universe whenever you are.

Once you've chosen a subject, Origin precisely centers it in your field of view. Switch to camera view and press Start Image to begin capturing 10-second exposures. It's easy! You'll see the results in real time as your subject acquires more and more detail. As Origin works, it continuously scans the sky and adjusts its built-in dew prevention system to keep your images sharp.

A shared cosmic experience

Gone are the days of waiting in line to look through an eyepiece. Origin fosters a sense of community by sharing the awe-inspiring experience of exploring the night sky together. Whether your friends and family are in the same room or gathered outside, multiple people can connect to Origin and stream the view using their own devices. Plus, Origin lets you stream the live feed to your smart TV or instantly save and share your astroimages, creating memorable moments beyond the confines of your backyard.

Ready for more? Advanced features

As you grow in the hobby with Origin, it will continue to support you with more advanced features and functionality. For example, Origin has a built-in filter drawer that accepts standard 1.25" and 2" format filters. This allows you to install optional filters, which can be especially useful for imaging nebulae in light-polluted environments, such as the typical suburban backyard. For imaging broadband objects, such as galaxies and star clusters or dark-sky objects, remove the filter for more light output and brighter images. Experiment with removable and interchangeable filters to achieve results you can't achieve with the fixed filters on other systems.

If you want to try advanced image processing, Origin has you covered. Unlike other systems, Origin stores all raw images for you. Connect via USB to import them into your favorite image processing software for manual editing and stacking.

What about putting Origin to work for you while you sleep? That's no problem with the scheduled observations feature. Simply tell the app what objects you want to capture. You'll wake up to a variety of spectacular images.

Gain a new perspective here on Earth

In addition to revealing distant worlds, Origin can also capture incredible views of terrestrial objects on Earth, day or night. During the day, you can manually rotate Origin to capture landscapes and scenery. At night, Origin's fast optics and sensitive camera allow you to see things in very dark ambient conditions for almost night vision-like performance. Look around your garden or campsite at night to see what you might have missed!

Take your astroimaging study anywhere

Origin is a portable system that doesn't require external Wi-Fi networks, so you can easily take it to remote, dark skies in any car. The optical tube, mount, and tripod assemble and disassemble easily without tools. Each component weighs less than 16 lbs. Optional carrying cases are also available.

Your Origin system comes complete with everything you need to instantly become an astronomer:

• 6” RASA optical tube with integrated camera
• Origin single fork mount with internal lithium battery
• Built-in computer with cooling fans and WiFi
• Autofocus
• Dew prevention system with ambient sensor, dew heater ring and dew guard
• Integrated filter drawer
• full-height tripod
• Lens cap
• AC charger

Future updates

When you invest in Origin, you can count on Celestron engineers as your long-term partners in astronomy. Our technical teams are hard at work developing even more updates and improvements for your Origin. For example, we provide access to the Origin camera for potential future upgrades as technology improves. We're also developing entirely new features for Origin and the Origin app.

Here's a sneak peek at some of the features coming in the coming months:

• StarSense Autoguider Compatibility
• Wedge compatibility for NexStar Evolution and SE 6/8
• Polar alignment support

Specs

Optical design:	Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph
Opening:	152 mm (5.98 inches)
Focal length:	335 mm (13.18 inches)
Focal ratio:	f/2.2
Optical coatings:	StarBright XLT coatings throughout
Central obstruction diameter:	63 mm (2.48") (41% of opening diameter)
Light gathering power (compared to the human eye):	474x
Image resolution:	1.48 arc seconds/pixel
Fit:	CG-5 Dovetail Bar
Filter drawer:	Integrated, accepts 1.25" or 2" astroimaging filters
IMAGE SENSOR INFORMATION:
CMOS Image Sensor:	Sony IMX178LQJ, color, backlit
Sensor size:	8.92 mm (0.35") diagonally
Pixel size:	2.4 µm x 2.4 µm
Number of effective pixels:	6.44 million (3096 x 2080)
Field of view:	1.27° x 0.85°
INTEGRATED ELECTRONIC INFORMATION:
On-board computer:	Raspberry Pi 4 Model B
Mount:	Computerized GoTo altazimuth mount
Dew prevention:	Fully automated heating element integrated into the front lens, removable lens hood/dew guard
Focus motor:	Autofocus or manual control
Cooling fans:	One (1) fan for optics, one (1) fan for electronics, both draw air through wire mesh vents.
LED status ring:	Indicates the status "at a glance"
PORT INFORMATION:
USB-A:	Two (2) on the optical tube for accessing raw image files for external processing, one (1) on the cradle for charging mobile devices only
Ethernet:	One (1) in optical tube
Auxiliary ports:	Two (2) in optical tube, four (4) in mount
ENERGY INFORMATION:
Battery:	Integrated LiFePO4, 97.9 Wh, capable of over 6 hours of use
Power input:	12V DC adapter for charging the internal battery or running on external AC power
USER INTERFACE INFORMATION:
Celestron Origin App:	Runs on iOS or Android compatible smartphones and tablets
System Requirements:	iOS 16 or higher, Android 12 or higher
DIMENSIONS:
Optical tube:	609.6mm x 177.8mm (24" x 7") diameter
Mount:	457.2mm x 304.8mm x 254mm (12" x 12" x 10")
Tripod (collapsed):	330.2mm x 304.8 x 812.8mm (13" x 12" x 32")
Assembled system:	609.6 mm long x 660.4 mm wide x 1219.2 mm high (24" long x 26" wide x 48" high)
WEIGHT:
Optical tube:	10.6 lbs (4.8 kg)
Mount:	17 pounds (7.7 kg)
Tripod:	14 pounds (6.35 kg)
Total system:	41.6 lbs (18.87 kg)
Sun warning	Never look directly at the sun with the naked eye or through optics (unless you have the proper solar filter). Permanent and irreversible eye damage may occur. Never use your optics to project an image of the Sun onto any surface. Internal heat buildup can damage the optics and any accessories attached to them. Never leave your optician unattended. Ensure an adult familiar with proper operating procedures is present at your optician at all times, especially when children are present.