In this issue Dr. James Dire shows how the 208mm F/3.9 Newtonian is a keeper!; In his second article Dr. Dire examines how the TPO 6-inch Newtonian Telescope offers a tremendous value on a competent all-purpose Newtonian; In his third articled Dr. Dire discusses how the Sky-Watcher USA 190-mm Maksutov-Newtonian […]
In this issue Jim Thompson does an in-depth analysis of available multi-narrowband filters and compares them to each other in terms of performance and cost; Jeff Hammond and Matt Harmston team up to demonstrate how to overcome amp glow creep when pursuing LHDR effects; Mike Weasner doubles down on Tele […]
In this issue John Crisp shares the views through the MaxBright II Binoviewer – eliciting responses like Holy Cow…Amazing… That’s Incredible!; Matt Harmston tests Astronomik filters under dark skies; Mike Weasner gets an immersive view with the Explore Scientific 2″ 9MM 120° eyepiece; Peter Rejto creates a practical automated multi-camera […]
In this issue Matt Harmston provides an in-depth look at how using Astronomik CLS, UHC-E, and UHC filters can defeat light polluted skies; Niels Haagh creates an ultra-portable, ultra-fast setup for astroimaging on the go; Rob Pettengel introduces “Coat Pocket Astronomy” using an ultra-light kit for astrophotography; Ray Bureau gets […]
In this issue Dr. James Dire shows how the new Askar FRA 400 makes a great portable travel scope for visual use and is an outstanding instrument for wide-field astronomical imaging; Rob Pettengill walks through how PS Align Pro has the pieces for an electronic Push-To device; Mike Weasner discusses […]
In this issue John Crisp is two years in and still in love with his iOptron CEM120 mount; Mark Zaslove demonstrates how Lunático Astronomía’s Pocket Cloud Watcher offers a big alarm in a small package; Dr. James Dire shows that the Celestron Luminos eyepieces are a must for anyone looking […]
In this issue Dr. James Dire shows how SkyTools 4 offers functionality not found in other software packages; Mike Weasner views the moon, planets, and deep sky objects with Explore Scientific’s 2″ 14MM 100° and 2″ 5.5MM 100° eyepieces; John Crisp Explains why iOptron has a winner in the Tri- […]
In this issue Publisher Stuart Parkerson takes a look at the Golden Years of Astronomy through the eyes of reader and contributor Richard “Rik” Hill; Matt Harmston shows how the SkyShed POD is a game changer; Dr. James Dire test drives Explore Scientific’s Focal Extenders; Richard “Rik” Hill provides a […]
In this issue Dr. James R. Dire’s review shows how Celestron has really hit a home run with its new StarSense Explorer Telescopes; By Rob Pettengill shows how beautiful things come in small packages with the William Optics Redcat 51; James L. Chen demonstrates how the NexStar Evolution 6 and […]
In this issue Publisher Stuart Parkerson discusses the history of telescope innovation that continues today; Rob Pettengill, Ph.D. offers a technique for blind smart-phone equatorial wedge or Gem polar alignment; Matt Harmston explains a beginner’s approach to remote video astronomy requiring only basic viewing gear; Jim Meadows offers a plus […]
In this issue Publisher Stuart Parkerson talks about opportunities to share amateur astronomy; Matt Harmston shows how the Mallincam Skyraider is the fast track to a deep sky; Simon Tang provides a technical overview of the pros and cons of Canon’s new EOS RA astronomy camera; Mike Weasner try’s out […]
In this issue Publisher Stuart Parkerson takes a look at the world’s only working Armillary Sphere, a precursor to the first telescopes; Dr. James Dire shows how the GSO 8-inch Ritchey–Chrétien is an ideal mid-sized instrument for CCD imaging; Matt Harmston and Jeff Hammond take a dive into Live High […]