Learning how to use a reflector telescope properly is an art. Reflectors provide more power for their price in comparison to refractors, however you might need to invest a little time in the beginning setting them up. Reflectors give amateur astronomers the ability to see further into the night sky, with cheap telescopes that still … Read more
You need to know how to use a telescope properly if you’re going to make the most of it. They can be pretty expensive, and when you add all the different pieces together – an equatorial mount, eyepieces lenses and the rest, you want to make sure you get your money’s worth. And whilst your … Read more
Every day the boundaries and borders of technological advancement are being pushed. The modern day is a great time for photographers, astronomers, and of course astrophotographers, who rely on state-of-the-art tech more so than others. And if you’re interested in night sky photography, then you’ll want to have the best experience possible. Astrophotography apps aren’t … Read more
The type of telescope we are using will determine every aspect of our experience. It will have an overall effect on our setup process, whether we want a wide field view or a narrow one, plus the cost of the telescope is something we’ll need to take into account too. And when you’re trying to … Read more
Starting out as an astrophotographer must feel exciting; you’re just about to embark on an endless adventure laden with treasures of the sky, but where should you begin? There are several schools of thought when it comes to ‘where’ you should begin your journey gear-wise, and what’s puzzling about it is that there are no … Read more
Astronomy and Astrology almost seem synonymous to the average person. The fact that there are numerous similarities between these two fields of study is indisputable, but there are also many differences that set them very much apart. Both astronomy and astrology have been studied by ancient cultures, and our night sky is the source material … Read more
Astronomy is a desirable path for many. It has its own appeal, as it exists at the intersection of math and physics, and also creeps into the mysteries of the planets, stars, and galaxies. And whilst similar, there’s a difference between astrology and astronomy. Unfortunately, astronomy may not seem like a popular career path for many. … Read more
Learning about the atmosphere that surrounds the Earth is important. Not only for studying purposes, but it also helps us understand the way that the world works, and how much the Earth and we humans rely on its atmosphere to protect us. Situated as the third planet away from the Sun in our solar system, … Read more
If you’re looking for a new telescope, then you’re undoubtedly going to come across the Celestron Nexstar 8SE. This computerized telescope is very well known within astronomy circles, and it’s thought to be one of the best options if you’re just getting started with stargazing. It’s surprisingly portable and comes supplied with bleeding-edge technology and … Read more
In recent years, astronomers have considered the possibility of humans moving to another planet more seriously. We can easily see this from the amount of private companies out there like SpaceX, which is trying to enable us to colonize the planet Mars. Mars is the closest planet to us outwards of the Sun, and it’s … Read more
Whenever people are searching for the best telescopes online, the two most popular names that pop up are Celestron and Orion (among many others, obviously). Since it seems that they share the pedestal, most of us want to know which brand has the upper hand over the other. And when it comes to amateur astronomy, … Read more
Reflecting and refracting telescopes, along with Catadioptric telescopes, are the three main telescope types. However, the majority of people mainly use reflectors and refractors when you’re just starting out. So if you’re in the market looking for the most essential part of your astronomy rig, we’re here to help you decide which to choose. Getting … Read more
Known for actually being one of the hardest constellations to see in the night sky, Octans is actually the pole star of the Southern hemisphere. Finding Octans is a great way to be able to find the South Celestial Pole in the night sky, but as it is quite faint, it can be pretty difficult … Read more
When considering which telescope to get, many people come across the Zhumell Z8 telescope and aren’t exactly sure what to think. It isn’t one of the big name brands like Celestron and Orion, however it’s still quite well known (plus they’re made by the same company that make some of Orion’s telescopes). As a Dobsonian … Read more
Although many people have heard about Ganymede, they may not know all the details about it. Ganymede is one of the most well known moons because of its vast size. It orbits around the planet Jupiter, and it’s the third furthest moon from the planet itself. And as one of the many different planets within … Read more
Celestron is one of the most trusted brands around, and the Celestron Astromaster 114 EQ is one of their most popular telescopes. If you’re talking about cheap Dobsonian reflectors, then you’re definitely going to have to consider the Astromaster. Whilst I don’t typically recommend Dobsonians to beginners, this is actually quite a decent model to … Read more
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Pretium lorem primis senectus habitasse lectus. Suscipit taciti primis tempor sagittis euismod libero facilisi aptent elementum felis blandit cursus gravida sociis eleifend lectus nullam dapibus netus feugiat curae curabitur. Curae fringilla porttitor quam sollicitudin iaculis aptent leo ligula euismod dictumst penatibus mauris eros etiam praesent volutpat posuere. Metus fringilla ullamcorper odio aliquam lacinia conubia mauris … Read more
Home to one of the top 20 brightest stars in the Sky, Piscis Austrinus is definitely one to look for if you’re in the Southern hemisphere. This well known fish constellation can be spotted just beneath Aquarius, and unlike the constellation Pisces, it is only made up of one fish, not two. Let’s look closer … Read more
