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Apertura-CarbonStar-150-Imaging-Newtonian

Apertura CarbonStar 150 Imaging Newtonian


Friday, August 23, 2024 by

Apertura has introduced a notable imaging Newtonian telescope to the astrophotography community: the CarbonStar 150. This telescope is designed to cater specifically to those who prioritize capturing detailed and high-quality astronomical images. With a set of modernized features and a focus on delivering strong optical performance, the CarbonStar 150 stands out as a vi...


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Low cost telescope SVBONY SV48P review


Tuesday, May 28, 2024 by

The SVBONY SV48P 90mm F5.5 Refractor Telescope is currently priced at $229.99, down from its list price of $339.99, this telescope is designed to meet the needs of both novice and experienced astronomers. The SV48P is particularly well-suited for deep sky astrophotography and visual astronomy, boasting outstanding optics and high-quality mechanical components. Low co...


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Moon exploration bundles from SVBONY


Wednesday, May 8, 2024 by

Have you ever looked up at the night sky and been captivated by the beauty of the Moon? As our closest celestial neighbor, the Moon presents a fascinating, accessible target for amateur astronomers and seasoned stargazers alike. Svbony recently announced the details for three new observation bundle sets, each specifically designed to enhance your lunar exploration....


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Deep space astrophoto targets for May of 2024


Friday, May 3, 2024 by

As spring blossoms into its full glory in May 2024, so does the night sky light up with stellar photographic opportunities. From the spiraling elegance of the Whirlpool Galaxy to the dense sparkle of the Hercules Globular Clusters, the cosmos offers a visual feast for astrophotographers. This season, as the earth renews, the heavens too unveil their most captivating cel...


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SV231 Fringe Killer Color Correction Filter from Svbony


Thursday, April 25, 2024 by

The SV231 1.25/2 inch Color Correction Filter enhances astronomical viewing by selectively blocking defocused light from the blue and infrared (IR) parts of the spectrum, commonly problematic in small achromat telescopes. This filter significantly reduces stray light, especially in the blue spectral range, without altering the natural color of the celestial objects, all...


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Eyepiece survey results from Tele Vue


Thursday, April 25, 2024 by

The recent Tele Vue eyepiece survey drew over 700 responses, demonstrating strong user engagement and opinions across various features. Users valued adjustable height eyeguards for long eye-relief eyepieces, with many citing the importance of minimizing stray light for clearer, contrast-rich views. Rubber grip rings on eyepieces were also highly regarded, especially use...


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Sharpstar 15028HNT Hyperbolic Newtonian Reflector


Thursday, April 25, 2024 by

The SharpStar 15028HNT, also known as the 150 mm f/2.8 Hyperbolic Newtonian Telescope, boasts an impressive f/2.8 focal ratio that promises super wide field images. Its hyperbolic primary mirror, crafted from a glass similar to Pyrex, significantly minimizes spherical aberration, a common challenge in many telescopes. Additionally, the telescope includes a built-in thre...


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Apertura 50 mm Right Angle Finder Scope


Thursday, April 25, 2024 by

The Apertura 50 mm Right Angle Finder Scope is perfect for anyone using a manual telescope mount, as it greatly simplifies the process of aligning and centering celestial objects in your eyepiece, enhancing both the ease and quality of your viewing sessions. Apertura 50 mm Right Angle Finder Scope with Illuminated Reticle Eyepiece The Apertura Right Angl...


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Top 5 Astronomy Books for 2024


Thursday, April 25, 2024 by

Whether you're a seasoned astronomer or just beginning to peer through a telescope, the year 2024 offers a wealth of knowledge through a range of compelling books. These selected titles will guide you through the mysteries of astrophysics, the nuances of relativity, and the practical aspects of stargazing. They offer a fascinating glimpse into both the fundamental t...


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Askar 71F Flat Field launches from SharpStar Optics


Thursday, April 25, 2024 by

The Askar 71F Flat-Field is an optical tube assembly (OTA) characterized by a 71mm aperture, 490mm focal length, and an inherent focal ratio of F6.9. This model features a quadruplet air-spaced APO lens arrangement, incorporating a single ED glass element to significantly minimize chromatic aberration. It is optimized for 44mm full-frame imaging, delivering excellent...


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Tele Vue celebrates product anniversaries in 2024


Sunday, April 21, 2024 by

Tele Vue recently announced its celebration of product anniversaries in 2024, including significant milestones for their innovative optical designs. From the Big Barlow to the comprehensive Ethos line, the company continues to influence the field of astronomy with products that have stood the test of time. Each anniversary - marked as Emerald, Pearl, Silver, and Ruby hi...


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1.25 Solar Wedge is Starfield Optics newest addition


Sunday, April 21, 2024 by

Starfield Optics, the Canadian manufacturer, has unveiled its latest innovation in solar observation: the Starfield 1.25" Solar Wedge. This new addition to their solar wedge collection is designed specifically for use with refractor telescopes. By replacing the traditional solar film with this tool, users can achieve superior visual and photographic results. ...


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Apertura 75Q refractor telescope powered by SharpStar


Sunday, April 21, 2024 by

The Apertura 75Q Refractor Telescope, powered by SharpStar, is tailor-made for astrophotography enthusiasts, whether novices or experts. This quintuplet refractor features fully corrected optics that provide near-perfect color correction and are optimized for full-frame sensors without the need for additional flatteners. Crafted using premium HOYA FCD-100 Glass, known f...


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Starsense Autoguider from Celestron aligns scopes in only 3 minutes


Sunday, April 21, 2024 by

The Celestron StarSense Autoguider enhances the usability of telescopes by automating the alignment process and improving image quality. This compact device connects seamlessly to your Celestron mount to facilitate both stargazing and astroimaging. It aligns your telescope with the night sky in approximately three minutes without manual input, using Celestron's pate...


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AT115EDT scope from Astro Tech


Sunday, April 21, 2024 by

The Astro-Tech AT115EDT telescope is designed with a 115mm aperture and 805mm focal length, featuring ED (Extra-low Dispersion) apochromatic triplet refractor optics. This configuration minimizes color fringing and halos for clear, sharp images. The optics are slow-polished for reduced light scatter and are fully multicoated to enhance light transmission and contrast, e...


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Tabletop Tripod from Celestron


Sunday, April 21, 2024 by

We cover the Celestron Tabletop Tripod key features, including its design and compatibility with various telescopes, provide a detailed description of its features and specifications, and discuss its compatibility with the NexStar and Celestron Origin series, plus what kind of astronomers and observers it would be ideal for. What is the Celestron ...


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Draco 62 quintuplet imaging refractor telescope from Founder Optics


Thursday, April 18, 2024 by

The Draco 62, by Founder Optics, is a cutting-edge astrograph with a quintuplet refractor design, optimized for deep-sky imaging at f/3.9 with its reducer. It's lightweight, nitrogen-injected for fog and waterproof resilience, and boasts simple collimation with high mechanical stability. It includes versatile adapters and is designed for both astrophotography and ob...


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Rigel Systems William Optics REDCAT Focuser updates


Wednesday, April 10, 2024 by

The Rigel Systems stepper device for the William Optics REDCAT has been enhanced to offer superior functionality. This upgrade introduces a flexible rubber focusing gear ring, designed to easily wrap around the focus ring of a camera or telescope. This addition creates teeth for the gear, ensuring a secure connection with Rigel Systems' stepper motor, facilitating p...


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Giant Magellan Telescope consortium welcomes ASIAA


Thursday, February 29, 2024 by

The Giant Magellan Telescope welcomes the Academia Sinica Institute of Astronomy and Astrophysics (ASIAA), a distinguished Taiwanese research institute, into its international consortium. ASIAA's inclusion expands the consortium to 14 international research institutions, underscoring Giant Magellan’s significance to the global astronomy community and the conso...


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TEC Yellow Submarine updates


Thursday, December 14, 2023 by

The newly released update to the classic TEC APO160FL “Yellow Submarine” offers a refractor telescope with 160 mm free aperture and 1760 mm focal length. This updated f/11 version introduces key design changes to optimize color correction offering an apochromatic doublet lens with a fluorite (CaF2) inner element that comes up to temperature faster than the p...


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Sharpstar Optics launches the 185 APO f7 Triplet Refractor


Wednesday, December 13, 2023 by

Introducing the Askar 185 APO f/7 Triplet Refractor – a portable and highly adaptable telescope that combines a large aperture and extended focal ratio to deliver exceptional light-gathering power, resolution, brightness, and contrast. This innovative telescope joins the recently unveiled Askar 140, expanding Askar's line of modular telescopes featuring triple...


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Takahashi TSA-120 Refractor Telescope


Wednesday, July 15, 2009 by

Takahashi, renowned for its high-quality telescopes, introduces the TSA-120, a distinguished member of its triplet refractor series. Known for delivering exceptional optical clarity, the TSA series is designed to meet the needs of both visual observers and astrophotographers. The TSA-120 stands out with its innovative optical design, incorporating ED glass positioned be...