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...
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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...
Why even try to use a smartphone for astrophotography? Any competent photographer knows that DSLR or mirrorless cameras are unbeatable for taking images of...
All images by Alan Dyer. Sky-Watcher has updated their popular Star Adventurer tracker, adding Wi-Fi programming and enhanced time-lapse functions. Plus: Time-lapse functions...
The SkyGuider Pro tracker has been widely publicized on YouTube as a great unit for deep sky imaging. Does it warrant the YouTubers’ enthusiasm?...
When you’re out in the field at night, sometimes in windy conditions, a sturdy tripod is everything. However, since widefield astrophotography so often means...
iOptron’s center-balanced equatorial mounts (CEM) have a quirky-looking design and boast impressive specifications and payload capacity. Does the CEM40 deliver on its promise?...
The Peak Design Travel Tripod is cleverly designed tripod that’s all about portability. Available in either aluminum or carbon fiber, its five-section legs and...