A new 85mm lens from Samyang/Rokinon provides good astrophoto performance at a relatively affordable price. Plus: Sharp optics, light weight, and with auto-focus for...
Read More
At one time or another, every observer wants an observatory of one’s own. Even a very basic backyard observatory means that your telescope and...
For the many of us who live near cities, light pollution makes quality astrophotography difficult. Fortunately, there are many filters that alleviate the problem....
After years of struggling with the various issues and failings of Chinese-manufactured telescope mounts, I at last decided that it was time to invest...
ZWO’s ASIair Pro offers an attractive and expandable option for those looking for an easy-to-use autoguider rig. Plus: Accurate guiding in a fairly easy-to-use...
The Lacerta MGEN3 is a truly stand-alone autoguider with advanced functions such as camera control, dithering and polar alignment assistance. Plus: Truly stand-alone; easy...
It’s a common refrain, heard at many a modern star party. “Can I take a photo of that?” an eager viewer will say, pulling...
Sky-Watcher’s Evoguide 50 looks like a conventional telescope finder, but it’s much more. The name “Evoguide” suggests it can be used as a guide...
A good apochromatic refractor is the Holy Grail telescope for some observers. For some, nothing rivals the deep, contrasty, pinpoint views through a high-quality...
One of the simplest ways to get started in astrophotography is to take star-trail shots of the night sky. This can be done using...