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SVBONY SV520 telescope review: A 90mm beginner scope that works
Thursday, October 30, 2025 by Richard Harris
I’ve spent years peering through all kinds of telescopes, from inexpensive bargain-bin refractors to heftier setups costing well into the tens of thousands. When I got my hands on the SVBONY SV520, which is a 90mm aperture, 800mm focal length refractor bundled with an alt-az mount and a slew o...
ZWO CAA rotator
Saturday, December 21, 2024 by Richard Harris
After years of anticipation, ZWO has finally unveiled their Rotator, also known as the Camera Angle Adjuster (CAA). Peter Zelinka got his hands on the new ZWO CAA, and has been testing it for 3 months. He's sharing his experiences—from unboxing and setup to real-world performance. This is ...
Dew heater battery options: Fight the fog!
Friday, September 13, 2024 by Russ Scritchfield
As an amateur astronomer, there are few things more frustrating than waking up after a long night of unattended astrophotography to find your telescope (or guide scope) lenses covered in dew. It's like the universe is playing a cruel joke on you. You spend hours meticulously setting up your equi...
Astrophotography setups from $100 to $10000
Thursday, June 6, 2024 by Richard Harris
Nico Carver, also known as Nebula Photos on YouTube, has provided an in-depth look at various astrophotography setups in his video "Astrophotography from $100 to $10,000." He showcases a range of equipment from a DIY smartphone tracker to advanced setups with dedicated cameras and telescop...