For astronomy, a pair of 10x50s represents the ideal combination of good aperture (50mm) for bright images, with enough power (10x) to nicely resolve...
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Plus: Very good main optics; the smartphone-aided pointing works! Minus: Poor Amici prism diagonal and eyepieces; somewhat shaky mount Summary: The StarSense technology provides...
All images by Alan Dyer In Part 1 and Part 2, I reviewed factors to consider when buying a new camera. However, before you...
In the second of three parts on choosing a camera, we look at choosing between brands, and whether you need a “modified” camera. What’s...
Reflex vs. Mirrorless The best camera to begin shooting the stars may be the one you already own. But here is the first in...
Plus: Excellent optics and build quality Minus: Eyecups don’t extend as far as they should Summary: Athlon Optics offers superb 10×50 binoculars,...
All images by Alan Dyer. Available only direct from mavenbuilt.com $1,045 USD (Used demo unit) $1,100 USD (New stock unit) $1,450 USD (Custom-built unit)...
Plus: Superb optics, good for visual and photographic use; excellent fittings and finish Minus: No case provided; flattener can be hard to screw on...