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Rouz Astro talks gear and vision

Rouz Astro is a company known throughout the astrophotography community for its precision-engineered imaging accessories and smart DIY solutions. At the helm is its founder, Rouz, whose journey into astrophotography began in the late 1990s, back in the film era, before digital sensors took over. What started with black-and-white images of the moon soon became a full-blo...

2025 Astrophotography Prize

The 2025 Astrophotography Prize is set to take place over two days, September 13 and 14, 2025. This event invites astrophotographers worldwide to submit their best images for a chance to win part of a $12,000 USD prize pool. It brings together amateurs and experienced photographers, creating a space where images of the night sky can be celebrated, evaluated, and rewarde...

Tilt adjustments for astrophotography made easy

Correcting tilt in an astrophotography setup can be one of the most frustrating, error-prone, and time-consuming aspects of imaging with a large sensor. The Wanderer Astro ETA (Electronic Tilt Adjuster) was designed to eliminate this headache entirely. While traditional tilt correction involves a manual cycle of test exposures, screw turns, and disassembly, the ETA prom...

Astronomy magazine ScopeTrader August 2025 is here

The August 2025 issue of ScopeTrader Magazine has landed, and it’s a stellar one. This month we explore the tools, trends, and minds redefining what it means to be an amateur astronomer in a time of rapid innovation and rediscovered simplicity. Whether you’re grinding your own mirror, chasing photons with a Seestar, or comparing mounts for your backyard obse...

The golden age of amateur astronomy is finally here

Not long ago, the kind of jaw-dropping space photos we see today were out of reach for all but professional observatories. A decade ago, a backyard astronomer would have dreamed of capturing images that could rival those taken with million-dollar telescopes. Fast forward to now: technology has unleashed a revolution in amateur astronomy. Affordable high-end cameras, exq...

Guide scope dew heater from Modulus Optics

Dew on equipment during astrophotography sessions is a common issue, especially on guide scopes. Without something to keep condensation away, water can blur images, mess with tracking, and possibly harm the optics. Larger telescopes often have dedicated dew heaters, but small guide scopes are usually stuck with big, awkward heater straps that don’t fit well or wor...

Argon III filter for the miniCAM8

Unlike more common narrowband filters, Argon III filters penetrate deeper into the less-explored parts of the emission spectrum, making faint ionization fronts and structural asymmetries more apparent. In a recent review of the QHY miniCAM8, Nico from Nebula photos focused in on a rarely talked about narrowband filter, the Argon III (ArIII) filter. It's an addition ...

Altair 462M2 mono guide astronomy camera

If you’ve spent more than a few nights trying to pull sharp exposures out of a shaky guiding setup, you’ll know it doesn’t take much atmospheric wobble or poor star signal to throw off your whole session. The Altair 462M2 Mono Guide Camera takes a practical approach to solving those kinds of problems. It’s small, easy to integrate into just about...

AstroBlast 2025

AstroBlast 2025 is shaping up to be an unforgettable gathering for amateur astronomers, night sky enthusiasts, and curious newcomers alike. Hosted by the Oil Region Astronomical Society (ORAS), this annual event will run from October 14th to 19th, 2025, at the ORAS Learning Center and Bruce M. Bedow Observatory in Venango County, Northwestern Pennsylvania. For over 30 y...

ASI662MM astronomy camera

The ASI662MM and ASI662MC planetary cameras from ZWO are part of a new generation of affordable, high-performance astronomy cameras designed for capturing stunning images of celestial objects. Both cameras use the Sony IMX662 rolling shutter CMOS sensor, known for its excellent sensitivity, low read noise, and fast frame rates. They are ideal for planetary imaging, luna...

QHY off-axis guider coupled with Minicam 8

Dylan O’Donnell recently took an in-depth look at the new QHY Off-Axis Guider (OAG), highlighting its performance, installation, and impact on his astrophotography workflow (like him, I love OAG too). Working from the Byron Bay Observatory, Dylan operates two primary telescope setups: a formidable Celestron 14-inch Edge HD on an EQ8 RH Pro mount and a highly porta...

ZWO EAF knockoff Gemini EAF

The Gemini Electronic Auto Focuser, often abbreviated as Gemini EAF, is a cost-effective motorized focuser designed for astronomical telescopes. Aimed at astrophotographers seeking precision without the premium price tag, it delivers key automation features at a fraction of the cost of brand-name focusers. With a compact motor housing, universal bracket, and software co...

SharpCap astrophotography tutorial

SharpCap is a powerful and widely used image capture application tailored specifically for astrophotography. Designed to work with a broad range of astronomy cameras, including CMOS and CCD models, it provides users with real-time control over camera settings, live image previews, and advanced capture features that are essential for photographing celestial objects. Whet...

AstroFest 2025 winners

The European AstroFest 2025 Imaging Competition, held in London and hosted by Astronomy Now magazine, stood as one of the most inspiring astrophotography showcases in recent memory. With sponsorship by Celestron and a prize pool valued at £5,000, the event welcomed participants from across Europe and beyond to submit their finest astrophotographic work. The compet...

QHYCCD Q-Focuser

The QHYCCD Q-Focuser is a compact electronic focusing motor available in two configurations, designed for astrophotography applications. The two available models are the Standard Version and the High Precision Version. These are intended to meet the requirements of different telescope focusing systems, providing automated focus control with optional manual override in o...

QHY461PH astrophotography camera

I'm back,  the backyard astro-nut, telescope hoarder, and proud owner of more imaging cameras than I probably need (but hey, who's counting?). Lets talk about a new camera that’s so high-res, it makes my 6200 feel like it's shooting in potato mode. Say hello to the QHY461PH (gasp). Now if you’re into deep-sky astrophotography —...

Telescopes: What countries produce them

When we talk about telescopes, it's easy to think of them as a single, unified product from one brand or company. But the truth is far more fascinating. These incredible instruments are a fusion of precision optics, mechanical design, and cutting-edge electronics, and behind the scenes, their creation is a truly global effort. From the optical glass inside the teles...

NEAF 2025: New astronomy gear galore and industry highlights

NEAF 2025, held April 5-6 at the Rockland Community College in Suffern, New York, delivered one of the most energetic and well-attended events in recent memory. Thousands of amateur astronomers, gearheads, and industry pros packed the show floor for two full days of hands-on demos, exciting product reveals, and non-stop conversation. The NorthEast Astronomy Forum contin...

Building a mini mono astrophotography rig

The QHY miniCAM8 mono camera offers an innovative and compact solution for those looking to explore the world of monochrome astrophotography without the typical cost and complexity associated with such gear. This device combines a cooled monochrome camera, a filter wheel, and eight custom filters into one incredibly compact unit, creating an all-in-one imaging package u...

30F5 Mini Guide Scope

Today I’m taking a look at a new super compact and reliable little guide scope from ZWO — the ZWO 30F5 Mini Guide Scope. This thing is built to improve your guiding performance during long exposures, and it’s perfect for portable astrophotography setups. Whether you're using a small refractor or a star tracker like the Star Adventurer or EQM-3...

Apertura 75Q review

Everyone is chasing aperture with big telescopes, but it’s often forgotten that something smaller, with well-corrected optics, can serve many needs both visually and photographically. The Apertura 75Q is a perfect example of this, offering a compact, high-quality refractor that delivers sharp, wide-field views without the bulk of larger scopes. Its well-...

StellarMate Pro controller review

Whether you're just starting with a simple DSLR on a tripod or diving into deep-sky imaging with a dedicated astronomy camera, one of the biggest challenges is managing all the moving parts, literally and figuratively. This is where the StellarMate Pro comes in. As an amateur astronomer who has spent years navigating the world of telescopes, mounts, cameras, and gui...

Skylabs polar alignment adapter

Traditionally, polar alignment is performed at night by aligning the telescope mount with Polaris in the Northern Hemisphere or σ Octantis in the Southern Hemisphere. However, daytime polar alignment can be challenging due to the absence of visible stars. In a recent video titled "POLAR ALIGN DURING THE DAY | Deep Sky Astrophotography," Ben from bbroastr...

ToupTek Astrostation review

The ToupTek Astrostation (now named the StellaVita) offers broader camera compatibility, aiming to be an alternative to the ASIAIR. While promising, the current version struggles with performance, UI design, and guiding reliability. The polar alignment process could be more intuitive, and key features, like all-sky polar alignment, are still missing. Image processing an...

Best solar cameras for F7 telescopes

Solar imaging cameras need to meet specific requirements to work well with different telescopes. Unlike deep-sky imaging, where long exposures are the norm, solar imaging requires high-speed cameras capable of capturing many frames per second. This is because the atmosphere is constantly shifting, and capturing a large number of frames allows for stacking the best image...

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