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High end refractor telescope sale: APQ fluorite discounts
Wednesday, December 3, 2025 by Austin Harris
APQ has adjusted pricing on its line of fluorite polychromat refractors, covering six models with apertures from 100 mm to 200 mm. The series spans compact wide-field instruments to larger refractors built for detailed visual and imaging applications. Each model uses an oil-spaced, multi-lens object...
APM Telescopes introduces new products in Germany
Saturday, November 8, 2025 by Richard Harris
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 p...
Askar 80ED refractor tested with the ASI2600MC and ASI585MC
Wednesday, August 13, 2025 by Richard Harris
The Askar 80ED is a compact, lightweight refractor that comes in around $400, making it an attractive option for beginner astrophotographers or anyone looking for a grab-and-go setup. It’s an 80mm doublet with a straightforward design, one ED glass element paired with a standard crown lens. Wi...
$400 telescope shootoff
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 by Richard Harris
Let’s be honest - astrophotography isn’t exactly known as a “cheap” hobby. But for a lot of folks, especially those just getting started, there's a hard limit on what they can spend. Maybe it’s $400. That’s it. That’s the telescope budget. And in a world...