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Lens support system from Buckeyestargazer lands
Tuesday, March 24, 2026 by Austin Harris
A telephoto lens and camera can make beautiful deep sky images, but the setup lives or dies by how well it is mounted-as many of you know. If the lens flexes a little when you slew, if the camera tilts a hair when you focus, your stars will tattle. The difference between soft ovals and tight circles...
Rokinon 135mm and Sigma ART Ring Systems
Wednesday, August 6, 2025 by Richard Harris
The Nightfall Ring Platform for the Sigma ART 85mm F1.4 lens is built for widefield astrophotography setups that require stability and the ability to mount several components in one place. It is compatible with Canon and Nikon versions of the lens and can hold accessories such as a ZWO Electronic Au...
Old Takahashi refractors are still amazing
Monday, June 2, 2025 by Richard Harris
Before the rise of modern apochromatic optics, before the dominance of computer-assisted mounts and carbon fiber tubes, the amateur astronomy world was lit by a different kind of star. In the 1960s and 1970s, Japanese manufacturers quietly built a reputation for crafting precision refractors that de...
30F5 Mini Guide Scope
Friday, March 21, 2025 by Richard Harris
Today I’m taking a look at a new super compact and reliable little guide scope from ZWO — the ZWO 30F5 Mini Guide Scope. This thing is built to improve your guiding performance during long exposures, and it’s perfect for portable astrophotography setups. Whether you're usi...