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The Celestron has a slightly larger mount (Eq-3) compared to the Skywatcher (EQ-2) and at f/5 will have a slightly larger field of view than the Skywatcher at f/6.9
Neither state if they are using a parabolic or spherical mirror so you would have to find out.
Newtonian are not really designed for AP without some modification to the telescope, if your intent is more towards AP then a small refractor may be a better choice.
If you are just starting out I would suggest doing visual observing to start to learn the basics and the skies in which case either telescope would do well to start with.
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Between the two scopes you have selected SkyWatcher has better optics. However, I believe it is too large for the mount they bundle it. I suggest this refractor instead
