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IDAS Dusk to Dawn filter
Thursday, August 7, 2025 by Russ Scritchfield
The IDAS DTD, officially known as the Dusk to Dawn filter, represents a unique approach to astrophotography filtering. Unlike many filters that specialize in narrowband isolation or broadband light suppression, this multi-bandpass filter offers a hybrid experience that caters to a wide variety of ce...
Svbony MK127 review
Monday, July 21, 2025 by Richard Harris
The SVBONY MK127 Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope OTA is a compact and versatile instrument designed for amateur astronomers who want powerful optics in a portable form. With a 127 mm aperture and an f/11.8 focal ratio, the MK127 offers a balance between light-gathering capability and convenience, maki...
How many telescopes do you actually need
Wednesday, July 2, 2025 by Richard Harris
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 t...
ZWO latest product releases
Friday, May 30, 2025 by Richard Harris
ZWO continues to expand its lineup of astrophotography gear with a series of new releases aimed at making imaging more efficient, compact, and user-friendly. From all-in-one wireless cameras to precision motorized rotators and essential adapter rings, these new tools are designed to simplify workflo...