Exploring the Universe: A Practical Guide for Hobbyists by Dr. James Dire is an insightful resource tailored for both novice and seasoned amateur astronomers. Part of the highly popular The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series, the book offers a comprehensive journey through the cosmos, emphasizing what can be achieved with […]
The ZWO Seestar S30 Smart Telescope is designed to make astrophotography accessible and simple for those new to astronomy or those who want to maximize their time under the stars. Combining advanced optics, intelligent features, and user-friendly controls, it offers a seamless experience for capturing and sharing celestial images from […]
In this article Matt Harmston shows that, in theory, establishing ideal backfocus is straightforward: Insert spacers and accessories between the two surfaces such that their collective thicknesses match the manufacturer specified back-focus distance. However, as he details, in practice the fine-tuning of back-focus distance is a precision exercise. A few […]
The ZWO Camera Angle Adjuster Electronic Rotator is a high-precision device designed to offer astrophotographers seamless and accurate camera rotation for optimal framing of celestial objects. By enabling remote angle adjustments, it enhances the imaging workflow, eliminating the need for manual intervention that could disturb focus or tracking. This advanced […]
In this review Jim Thompson discusses explain the process of capturing data to produce a narrowband Sulfur-Hydrogen- Oxygen (SHO) image using a OSC camera. The final title I selected for this article, “SHO On-The-Cheap”, is perhaps not the most descriptive, but it is at least better than my original title: […]
The Observer’s Handbook 2025 is now available. Published annually for over 100 years by the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada, the Observer’s Handbook has become a must-have reference book for people interested in astronomy. Whether you are a professional astronomer, a beginner or educator this book is designed for you. […]
The Askar 160 APO is another edition to Askar’s apochromatic refractor telescope lineup designed to excel in both astrophotography and visual observation. It offers 160mm aperture and an f/7 focal ratio with a 1120mm focal length, providing versatility for capturing a wide array of celestial objects with remarkable clarity and […]
The Optolong L-Para 2″ Dual Band Filter is an astrophotography filter engineered to enhance contrast and minimize light pollution when capturing deep-sky objects. Designed to selectively transmit Hydrogen-alpha (Ha) at 656.3nm and Oxygen III (OIII) at 500.7nm, it allows astrophotographers to isolate emission lines while effectively blocking unwanted artificial and […]
The 2025 Night Sky Almanac, published by the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada, offers an in-depth guide that introduces readers to the objects in the sky – from stars, to comets, to globular clusters — and then takes them through the cosmic events to look out for each month in […]
The Pegasus Astro DewMaster 2 Controller is a state-of-the-art dew heater management system designed to provide precise control over optics’ temperature regulation. With its smart automation, multiple output channels, and environmental monitoring capabilities, the Pegasus Astro DewMaster 2 Controller is an essential tool for astronomers and astrophotographers. As the successor […]
AstroEdit is a specialized image processing iOS app utilizing AI that is designed for astrophotographers who need precise control over their deep-sky, planetary, and lunar images. With its real-time preview adjustments and batch processing capabilities and whether fine-tuning a single exposure or processing an entire night’s worth of data, AstroEdit […]
The new TTS-160 Panther Lite Telescope Mount is a lightweight, manual Alt-Azimuth mount designed for visual astronomers seeking a balance between portability, stability, and ease of use. Developed as a more compact and simplified version of the original TTS-160 Panther Mount, the Panther Lite retains many of its high-quality engineering […]