Astrophotography beginners often ask, “Should I get a monochrome or a one-shot color camera?” There are advantages and disadvantages to each. This article will...
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We’ve all been there. The telescope is set up, the target is aligned… and there’s a glaring light shining just beyond the view of...
Plus: bright and colorful images; copes well with light pollution; autonomous star-field detection alignment; 12-hour battery; easy to use app Minus: expensive; app occasionally...
Topaz DeNoise AI is a hot and popular product for cleaning up noisy images. But does it work on astrophotos? All images by Alan...
Each promises to make focusing at night precise and easy. Do they work? Yes. And no. Plus: The Focus On Stars filter works...
On the road to automating telescope rig for astrophotography, an autofocuser becomes an important tool to deal with focus changes through the night due...
Plus: Excellent optical clarity; outdoorsy carry case; attaches to photographic tripods; can take any 1.25” eyepiece; weighs 74oz/2.1kg Minus: No telescope mount or tripod...
Plus: Precision placement using X, Y and V axis; spring-loaded clamp; easy to insert and remove a smartphone Minus: Some slippage; heavier than most...
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...
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...