Guidance for an Amazing Hobby
Patrick 
Picture a clear night sky, where the stars are begging to be explored. As an astronomy enthusiast, I know that a sturdy and precise mount is the backbone of any stargazing or astrophotography setup. I have to admit that the new strain wave mount design has captured my interest as well as the interest of … Read more
Astrophotography captures the beauty of the cosmos, turning the night sky into a canvas of stars, galaxies, and nebulae. A pursuit that marries art with science, it requires precision tools to translate the faintest glimmer of distant stars into stunning, crisp images. The choice of camera comes down to dedicated astrophotography cameras or DSLR or … Read more
As I gaze upward during the northern hemisphere’s summer months, I’m met with a canvas sprinkled with stellar spectacles. The sky transforms into a grand stage, featuring some of the most awe-inspiring celestial players. I recognize that summer astrophotography presents both tantalizing challenges and remarkable rewards. Grappling with the warm, humid air and contending with … Read more
Is it safe to photograph at night? It is always wise to take precautions when photographing at night or in remote locations. As long as you observe basic safety measures, you can make it as safe and enjoyable as possible. Astrophotography offers a window into the wonders of the cosmos, but it’s not without its … Read more
Planetarium software simulates the night sky, allowing users to visualize stars, planets, constellations, and celestial objects based on the user’s time and location. It’s used for education, amateur astronomy, and astrophotography, offering interactive sky maps and real-time tracking of astronomical events. Have you ever gazed up at the night sky and felt a profound curiosity … Read more
What is a meteor shower? A meteor shower is a celestial event where meteors appear to emanate from a single point. They are named for the constellation from which they seem to originate These recurring events are caused by the Earth traveling through debris left behind in the paths of comets. Imagine a night sky … Read more
I’ve always been fascinated by astrophotography, the intricate process of capturing the splendor of celestial bodies far beyond our atmospheric confines. There’s something magical about freezing a moment in the vast cosmos, bringing a piece of the universe straight into our hands. Today, I’m zooming in on the instruments that make this possible: planetary astrophotography … Read more
Astrophotography, one of photography’s most awe-inspiring pursuits, invites us to capture the magnificence of space. Within its vast scope, deep sky and planetary photography emerge as two specialized fields, each rewarding explorers with their unique blend of wonder and challenge. In deep sky astrophotography, my eyes, through the camera lens, reach out across the cosmos … Read more
Remember the first time you looked up at the night sky with a sense of wonderment, that pure awestruck feeling? Now imagine capturing that moment forever through the lens of astrophotography. As you start this journey, you will face the initial challenge of orientation – knowing what you’re looking at and when it’s visible. The … Read more
What are Flat Field Optics? Flat field optics are specially designed optics that bring all light wavelengths to focus at the same plane. In other words there will be no chromatic aberration or coma across the entire field-of-view. Telescopes with built-in flat fields are typically more expensive because they involve bringing additional lenses into the … Read more