Revolution Imager’s new Revolution ONE Imager is based on Sony’s IMX287 sensor and is the company’s newest addition to the one-shot short exposure field of electronic assisted astronomy. Revolution Imager has partnered with camera manufacturer Touptek to offer a package of everything needed to get started with the camera (except […]
Deep Space Products new Mission Control 75 Observatory Computer is a small form factor, dustproof, ventless, industrial-grade, fanless observatory computer. The system comes with Windows 10 preinstalled. Unlike other available small form-factor computers, the MC75 is completely fanless, protecting against dust or other debris in observatory applications. Removing the fan […]
In a recent blog post, Tele Vue has pointed out a new phenomenon that is entering the amateur astronomy ranks. This new way to utilize telescopes can be seen from the growing number of close-up plane images at cruising altitude that can be found Instagram that were made using Tele […]
The Farpoint Special Edition Bat-inov Focus Mask is an ingenious new way to easily focus a telescope. Pavel Bahtinov, a Russian amateur telescope maker and astronomer, created this simple, very intuitive method and the device has universally been named after him: The Bahtinov Mask. The Adjustable Special Edition “Bat-inov” Mask […]
The Rockland Astronomy Club (RAC) is hosting a Children’s Space & Astronomy Fair this weekend. The event will be held on Saturday October 13, from 11 am – 3 pm at the Hudson Valley Challenger Center in Suffern, New York. RAC has designed the event to offer an environment which […]
Orange County Telescopes (OC Telescopes) has announced that they are now offering the opportunity for their customers who purchase a Celestron Advanced VX Mount to upgrade the roller bearing system with newly available tapered roller bearings sourced from Japan. This upgrade to the Celestron AVX German equatorial mount can increase […]
CFF Telescopes has announced that it will produce a limited edition binoscope based on its 135mm f6.7 Triplet Refractor design. The binoscopes are built around two of these optical tube assemblies and shortened to accommodate a 3-inch fusion image system. By using the maximum practical aperture for the focusers and […]
Daystar’s new 60mm Entry Level “DS” H alpha solar telescopes have proven to be very popular. So popular that amateur astronomers are having to react quickly to get their hands on one. Based on the fact they are individually hand-made, the recently released solar scopes are made in batches. Batch […]
Deep Sky West (DSW) is a remote observatory hosting complex located on Rowe Mesa in Rowe, New Mexico. The facility offers the opportunity for anyone in the world to locate and operate astrophotography equipment. The company has announced the launch of a new imaging system available as a one-off rental […]
The interstellarum Deep Sky Atlas has been appreciated for its contribution to modern celestial cartography and its ability to help amateur astronomers understand their night skies as it pertains specifically to their observing conditions and equipment. The Atlas focuses on offering bright objects that are bold, and faint objects light. […]
The ever-growing impact of light pollution is making it increasingly difficult for amateur astronomers to find dark sky sites that are convenient to visit without driving a long way. (For more information about light pollution and how to reduce it, visit the International Dark Sky Association.) The Dark Sky Finder website […]
Fall weather offers one of the best times of the year to set up your telescope and enjoy the stars. And it’s no surprise the October hosts a number of star parties across North America. Thanks to the folks at AMSKY, below is a list of October star parties. October […]