John Wonderlin of Spike-a, an astronomy products company which sells Bahtinov masks, flat field panels and more, has released the lasted version of his free AstroGadgets software which was first released in 2011. AstroGadgets is a free Windows desktop program for amateur astronomers that gathers information from various astronomy websites, […]
Sharpstar Optics has released the new ASKAR FMA180 triplet air-spaced APO refractor. The new telescope includes two pieces of ED (extra-low dispersion) glass, providing excellent correction of chromatic aberration. The high-quality optics producing a flat image with striking clarity and performs well for both astrophotography and astronomy observation. As the […]
Orion Telescopes and Binoculars Orion HDX 12″ Truss RC Ultimate Astro-Imaging Package is an observatory caliber package of products that offers the best imaging tech available from Orion. The Orion HDX 12″ Truss RC system is centered around the Orion 12″ Truss Tube Ritchey-Chretien Astrograph which utilizes hyperboloid primary and […]
German based TS-Optics’ new 8″ f/5 UNC Newtonian Telescope is a universal telescope for stationary and transportable use. This telescope is an excellent performer with the moon and planets and is also fast enough for deep-sky imaging. UNC stands for Universal Newtonian Telescope with Carbon Tube. The telescope offers three […]
Explore Scientific has introduced several new camera adapters for astro imaginers. Included is a reduction adapter from M48x0.75 to M42x0.75 mm (shown in image). The adapter is designed for connecting T2 camera accessories with the smaller M42x0.75 thread to the larger M48x0.75 thread. It is ideal for adapting 2 inch […]
Digital Optica has just announced a new Digital Occulting Device aimed at accelerating the search for extra-solar planets. The company’s Digital Occulting Device, paired with its new proprietary control software, can give astronomers the ability to block out the glare of planet hosting stars allowing direct imaging of extra-solar planets. […]
Now available from ZWO dealers is the ZWO ASIAIR Mini Camera Kit for Astroimaging which offers the ZWO ASIAIR Pro Wi-Fi Camera Controller and ASI120MM providing the ability to turn your smartphone into an imaging powerhouse. The kit includes the ASI120MM Mini Camera, which offers a compact, powerful, high-quality monochrome […]
Stellarvue’s Newest SVX Refractor is the Stellarvue SVX140T, a 140mm f-6.7 apo triplet refractor. As noted by Stellarvue owner Vic Maris, “Using all of the techniques we have developed in making our SVX series telescopes, we have shortened the focal length and, since the objective is air spaced, this telescope […]
As always, if there is an accessory you need ScopeStuff probably has it. And if there is one you think you need and can’t find, ScopeStuff will probably start making it! Such is the case with ScopeStuff’s Orion BT-100 GiantView Binoculars Finder Shoe. As Jim Henson with ScopeStuff notes, “Orion […]
Meteor shower aficionados have suffered months of not so great meteor viewing conditions and the Lyrid meteor shower will finally break that curse. Coinciding with the new moon, the sky will be perfect to view this popular spring event. The Lyrids are particles left over from comet 1861 G1 Thatcher, […]
Woodland Hills Telescope and Binoculars will be live on YouTube Friday, April 24th with Roger Rosales from NiSi Filters USA; Cusi Taylor with Savage Universal; photographer, light painter, and night sky imager Mack Murdoc and more. The seminars start at noon Pacific time on Woodland Hills Telescope and Binoculars’ YouTube […]
Highpoint Scientific’s new Apertura 60EDR 60mm Doublet APO f/6 refracting telescope is portable, easy to use, and offers optics made with Ohara FPL-53 glass for excellent views. The Apertura 60EDR can be used as a travel telescope, a guide scope, a super finder or a spotting scope. Weighing just 3.25 […]