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ASI585MM Air, ASI4400MC Pro and Seestar Binoculars arrive

ZWO has gone and done it again. Just when you think the landscape of astrophotography gear has settled for a moment, they roll in and break down a few more barriers. This time they are coming at us from every angle. On one side a new full frame camera for deep sky imagers who want to stretch their field of view as far as their optics will allow. On another side an ultra...

APM Telescopes introduces new products in Germany

The German optics manufacturer APM Telescopes has introduced a series of new products for its German market, covering refractors, astrographs and binoculars. The move reflects the company’s ongoing efforts to broaden its portfolio in precision astronomy and astrophotography equipment. Above photo credit: APM Telescopes New refractor models broaden the range ...

Pleiades star cluster meets Supermoon in the night sky

You can observe a unique celestial pairing as the Pleiades star cluster aligns closely with the full Moon, commonly referred to as a supermoon. This alignment offers a distinctive visual contrast between the bright lunar surface and the faint blue stars of the cluster. The event provides a natural opportunity for both amateur and professional astronomers to observe and ...

Pan-tilt head altazimuth mount from 2047STUDIO

2047STUDIO has introduced a heavy-duty altazimuth mount and pan-tilt head designed for use with telescopes, binoculars, and related optical instruments. The equipment is manufactured from full aluminum alloy, processed with high-precision CNC machining, and surface anodized primarily in red with black accents. The mount replaces direct metal friction with multiple be...

Universal binocular mount: Parallogram at Farpoint

Farpoint introduces the latest manufacturing batch of its renowned Universal Binocular Mount (Parallelogram), offering bincular astronomy enthusiasts a better stargazing experience. Proudly made in the USA, their products come with no tariff surcharges or surprise duties, ensuring a smooth delivery process for our customers. Universal Binocular Mount: Parallelogram a...

Hidden Hollow Star Party 2025

The Hidden Hollow Star Party returns in 2025 with another weekend of stargazing, education, and astronomy activities. Set in the woods near Bellville, Ohio, the event runs from Friday, September 19 through Sunday, September 21. It takes place at Hidden Hollow Camp, home to the Warren Rupp Observatory and the Richland Astronomical Society. The event has built a reputa...

See Mercury early morning August 2025

Mercury, the smallest and innermost planet in our solar system, orbits the sun every 88 days. Its swift journey around the sun means that it often appears close to the sun in our sky, making it challenging to observe. Mercury passes between Earth and the sun approximately every 116 days, a position known as inferior conjunction. During this time, Mercury is lost in the ...

Peach State Star Gaze 2025

The Peach State Star Gaze (PSSG) is one of the longest-running annual star parties in the southeastern United States. Set to return for its 31st year, the 2025 event will be held from October 19 through October 26 at the familiar grounds of Deerlick Astronomy Village in Georgia. Organized by the Atlanta Astronomy Club, this event offers amateur astronomers a week-long o...

Sky Rover 86MA overview

The Sky Rover 86MA is a multi-purpose apochromatic refractor built for astrophotographers seeking high-quality imaging performance without paying a premium brand tax. Emerging from a manufacturer more commonly known for binoculars and spotting scopes, this telescope marks a significant step for Sky Rover into deep-sky imaging territory. Despite its relatively recent app...

All Sky Map

Sky charts have always been a cornerstone of amateur and professional astronomy. From books like Turn Left at Orion to iconic maps by Wil Tirion, they provide orientation and inspiration under the stars. Continuing in that tradition but innovating for real-world usability, Steve Berardi has released the All Sky Map, a rugged, full-sky reference chart designed to be take...

Dual channel dew controller

Controlling dew buildup on optics has always been a persistent challenge in astronomy, particularly for those who observe under varying humidity and temperature conditions. For users of R-Sky Astro Instruments heaters and similar dew prevention accessories, the newly released Dual Channel Dew Controller offers a practical and affordable solution to this problem. Enginee...

Telescopes and ice cream - whats your flavor of stargazing

What do ice cream and telescopes have in common? Surprisingly, quite a lot. Astronomy and ice cream both offer a wide range of “flavors,” and just like a favorite scoop, a stargazing style often reflects personal taste. Some observers prefer the simplicity of a quiet night under the Moon, while others dive deep into complex imaging setups. Many enjoy switchi...

Deep Sky Dad talks scopes, tech, and the future of astrophotography

We recently caught up with Pavle Gartner—aka DeepSkyDad—the tech-savvy astro gear guru who’s turning stargazing into a full-time gig. In this down-to-earth Q&A, Pavle dishes on everything from backyard stargazing with his brothers to building slick, motorized magic for your rig. He shares how his love of the night sky and a knack for coding fused i...

So a pair of SRBC APO 32mm binoculars walks in to a bar

The SRBC APO 32mm binoculars mark an interesting moment in modern optics, blending historical inspiration with cutting-edge innovation. This new addition to the Banner Cloud APO series has been anticipated by bino enthusiasts, and while its release was delayed to ensure perfection (according to their website), the result is a product that rewrites the rules of ultra-wid...

2025 Stellafane Convention

The Stellafane Convention is one of the most cherished gatherings in the amateur astronomy community, and the 2025 edition promises to be no exception. Known as “The Original Star Party,” Stellafane is celebrating its 89th Convention of Amateur Telescope Makers on Breezy Hill in Springfield, Vermont, from Thursday, July 24th through Sunday, July 27th, 2025. ...

Adirondack Astronomy Retreat 2025

The 2025 David H. Levy Adirondack Astronomy Retreat will take place from July 20 to July 27, 2025, in the Adirondack Mountains of New York. This annual event brings together amateur and professional astronomers for a week of dark-sky observing, shared learning, and time outdoors. Founded by David and Wendee Levy, the retreat offers attendees the chance to observe under ...

Telescope deals on Amazon Prime Day 2025

Every July, Amazon Prime Day brings a tidal wave of discounts across just about every category imaginable—but for amateur astronomers hunting a bargain, it’s also one of the best times of the year to invest in new gear (or collect!). Whether you’re hunting for your first telescope or finally upgrading to that computerized setup you’ve had your ey...

NWSF 2025 registration

Northwoods Starfest 2025, hosted by the Chippewa Valley Astronomical Society (CVAS), is gearing up to welcome amateur astronomers from across the Midwest and beyond for another exciting weekend of stargazing, learning, and camaraderie. This annual event, a longstanding tradition for sky enthusiasts, will take place September 19-21, 2025, at the Hobbs Observatory, nestle...

How many telescopes do you actually need

I was about eleven years old when I met the night sky "officially". It was the late-1980s, and one calm summer evening in the Ozarks I lugged a little 60 mm refractor, bright red, wobbly tripod and all, into the backyard. I had a star chart from the box my telescope came in, along with a ton of raw curiosity, I pointed that modest telescope at the Moon. B...

Parrellel Mount-V5 for binoculars

Priced at $399 with an additional $186 for shipping and tax, the Parrellel Mount-V5 offers a specialized mounting solution for small and medium-sized binoculars that prioritizes stability, ease of use, and portability. Designed and manufactured by 2047Studio, a company known for niche, precision-engineered telescope and binocular accessories, the Parrellel Mount-V5 brin...

Blue Quartz Star Party

Warm summer nights, dark skies untouched by city glow, and the scent of vineyards drifting in the air, these are the ingredients coming together for a truly special gathering of stargazers this June. The Blue Quartz Star Party is set to return to the rolling hills of Etlan, Virginia from June 26th through June 28th, promising three full nights under exceptionally dark s...

Analog Sky Magic LVL 2 50mm binocular announcement

Robert from Analog Sky opened his latest presentation with a nod to absence, his team could not attend NEAF 2025. But this video more than compensated, offering a thorough, passionate, and often personal look at what would have been on display. From the evolution of their breakthrough Magic 50 mm binocular telescope to the announcement of entirely new instrument lines a...

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...

How to sell a telescope

If you've been into amateur astronomy for a few years, chances are you have a shelf that looks just like the photo above, stacked with well-loved telescopes, eyepieces, and cameras, each holding memories of nights spent under the stars (good and bad!). But as time goes on, that shelf might start overflowing. Maybe you've upgraded to a new telescope, shifted inte...

How to buy your first telescope

So you’re interested in buying a telescope. How can you make sense of the myriad of different suppliers, designs, mounts, accessories, and prices? Whether you’re looking for a gift for a family member, or starting on your own stargazing journey, this article is for you. The good news is telescopes are higher quality, more affordable, and easier to use than e...