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Askar F-Series 131F with dedicated 0.74x reducer has been released
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 by Russ Scritchfield
Askar is continuing to grow its F Series astrograph lineup with a larger aperture option designed for astrophotographers who want strong optical performance without sacrificing real-world usability in the field. The new 131F feels purpose-built for imagers who value reliable mechanics, clean st...
Askar 111F APO telescope released with dedicated 0.74x reducer
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 by Richard Harris
The refractor market has become crowded over the past few years, but every once in a while a telescope shows up that feels like it was designed by people who actually spend nights under the stars. The new Askar 111F gives that impression right away. Built around a 111mm aperture with a 766mm focal l...
The smart telescope head fake
Wednesday, November 12, 2025 by Richard Harris
As many of you know, I love astronomy and astrophotography, and over the years I've poured more into telescopes and cameras than I'd care to admit. So when I see a smart telescope on the market for a few hundred dollars promising gorgeous cosmic photos with the tap of an app, like ...
Askar FRA400C quintuplet APO refractor review
Thursday, September 18, 2025 by Richard Harris
The Askar FRA400C is a 72 mm refractor that blurs the line between telescope and camera lens. In a new review posted by Cuiv, The Lazy Geek, he shows this quintuplet astrograph isn’t just for deep-sky imaging – it’s designed to handle wide-field astrophotography...