Astronomy Equipment News by Mark Johnston

Read the latest astronomy equipment news, product announcements, reviews, and industry updates for telescopes, mounts, cameras, accessories, and more.

Observatory

The astronomical observatories in Chile

• Thursday, February 5, 2026
• By Mark Johnston

Astronomical Observatories in Chile: Observatories in Chile are unlocking the secrets of t...

Solar

Building a hydrogen alpha solar telescope

• Thursday, March 13, 2025
• By Mark Johnston

Mark Johnston recently embarked on an ambitious journey of building a hydrogen alpha solar...

Telescopes

How to buy your first telescope

• Saturday, March 8, 2025
• By Mark Johnston

Mark Johnston’s article is a complete guide on how to buy your first telescope, covering b...

Cameras

Best solar cameras for F7 telescopes

• Monday, February 10, 2025
• By Mark Johnston

Capturing intricate solar details is more challenging than it seems. The best solar camera...