The Askar AF Adapter Kit ACL200 is an adapter and mounting set that allows the connection of ZWO EAF motors to the Askar ACL200 camera lens and to offer motorized focusing. The kit includes an Askar VDP dovetail plate, belt and black shield for the EAF. It can be used […]
The SkyX astronomy and imaging software and how it works with Sky-Watcher SynScan mounts will be the subject this week on the Sky-Watcher What’s Up? Webcast. In the webcast the Sky-Watcher team will check out SkyX Astronomy and imaging software which is one of the most powerful astronomy control software […]
The ZWO 5V EAF is the latest iteration of the ZWO EAF (Electric Automatic Focuser). The 5V EAF is an upgraded version of the original ZWO EAF electronic focuser which enables precise, dynamic focus control for planetary and deep-sky imaging. Compared to its previous version, the main change of ZWO […]
The SharpStar 13028HNT hyperbolic Newtonian astrograph delivers premium performance offering a compact 130mm f/2.8 reflector that uses an innovative optical design and multiple precision elements to provide a 44mm image circle that fills 36mmx44mm full-frame sensors with a 6.9 degree field of view. This is the perfect instrument for astrophotographers […]
With the Askar FMA230, Sharpstar Optics has created a powerful triplet APO refractor with unique visual and photographic application possibilities. In just a few steps, the APO telephoto lens becomes a compact astronomical telescope, a guide scope or a powerful spotting scope for landscape observation. The triplet APO objective allows […]
The Rigel System STEPPER Motor Kits for Askar FMA135 are part of Rigel System’s nSTEP and STEPPER Motor Kits for camera lenses and telescope focus rings which offer the ability to motorize your camera or telescope focus ring with Rigel System’s powerful stepper motor for the ultimate in accurate auto-focusing. […]
Its nice to report that the in-person star party circuit is opening up in North America. Here are some highlights of star parties for August 2021. Nebraska Star Party Location: Valentine, Nebraska Website: http://www.nebraskastarparty.org/ Dates: August 1 – 6, 2021 The Nebraska Star Party offers awesome astronomical views from Merritt […]
The Rigel nFRAME Astroimaging Stepper and Controller now offers a solution for imagers who have the William Optics Reducer 61R Flattener Rotator, the M-CAA92 or M-CAA63 camera rotator. This Rigel Systems low cost solution for automation from your PC is simple and effective and doesn’t add any length to your […]
The Sky-Watcher Evoguide 50DX will be the subject this week on the Sky-Watcher What’s Up? Webcast. In the webcast the Sky-Watcher team will check out the smallest apo in the Sky-Watcher line up, the Evoguide 50DX, taking close up look at its features and capabilities. The Sky-Watcher Evoguide 50DX is […]
What to see with a telescope in July will be the subject this week on the Sky-Watcher What’s Up? Webcast. In the webcast the Sky-Watcher team will check out the night skies of July; from the full moon, comets, meteor showers to a selection of deep sky targets to image […]
The Meade LXPS 18 Portable Solar Charger is a lightweight solar panel designed for on-the-go use for the Meade LXPS 18 Lithium Power Supply. Adding this powerful and durable charger to your telescope setup means that you can have extended observing sessions in the field. So, whether you are camping, […]
With the upcoming September 15 release of the “Backyard Astronomer’s Guide, 4th Edition” by Terence Dickinson and Alan Dyer, readers will have access to a fully redesigned and expanded edition of this classic publication which has been a go-to astronomy guide for nearly 30 years. As technology evolves at a […]