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Why not go big for your first-time telescope buy with a computerized GoTo telescope? It’s not as expensive as you might think as the Celestron NexStar 130 SLT comes in at a low price point for what it has to offer. As a scope that’s
You may be doing your homework on different types of optics, or you may be curious about how microscopes stack up to telescopes. They have similar features and seemingly provide the same result – a magnified view of an object. What is their purpose and
When thinking of a telescope, a long tube on a tripod immediately comes to mind. It’s a given that a tripod is needed for amateur astronomy. However, you likely didn’t give it that much thought that there are other components involved. Is it an alt-azimuth
Do you feel more comfortable using two eyes to see the awesomeness of the night sky? Would you prefer less moving parts in your telescope? This unique Orion optic is a binocular and spotting scope in one design that provides telescope-style observation for stargazing. Lacking
How different are refracting and reflecting telescopes from each other? Is one type better for a specific telescope use? Which type is more affordable? Clear the air with a solid understanding of the optical designs of refractors and reflectors. If you know an inch in
There’s a balancing act going on between a telescope’s technical specifications and types of materials and parts used to determine what type of astronomy it performs best for. All this can affect the final cost that will eventually end up as a charge on your
All you know is that when you look through the telescope, you can see planets and stars in greater detail than what you can see with your own eyes. What if you want to see more? It’s a valid question as many astronomers look through
Are you looking to buy your first high-quality mount for astrophotography? Are you new to using GoTo or GEM mounts? The HEQ5 is an ideal, computerized mount for first-timers looking to get into the imaging game. Even though it may have a more expensive price
Sky Watcher tries their hand with a high-end EQ6 mount, and they did a great job with the EQ6R-Pro. It has all the upgraded features you would expect of its kind that can easily compete with more expensive alternatives. For the price, the Sky Watcher
New to astrophotography? Are you ready to upgrade from your manual AZ or EQ mount? Not ready to spend a fortune? The Orion Sirius EQ-G is a GoTo system at the entry-level price range for high-quality mounts. If you’re ready to dip your toes into