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Astrophotography can be confusing and when combining mirrorless cameras, astrocams and telescopes, there is a huge learning curve that can throw people a bit sideways if they are looking to get into it. The Unistellar Odyssey Pro was the first smart telescope that I used and it helped me on my astrophotography journey, allowing me […]

When I was looking at taking my first steps into stargazing I wanted a telescope that was affordable and compact so I could pack it away when it was cloudy. I ended up starting my stargazing journey by buying the Celestron Travel Scope 70 and today, thanks to Amazon Prime Day, it’s $40 off, making […]

Prime Day kicks off tomorrow, but there are some excellent deals already out there on some of our favorite gear, such as this DJI Neo drone, which is $30 off. It’s easy to transport and, thanks to its sub-250g, you don’t have to worry about registering it under the current drone regulations. At well under […]

Celestron’s iconic line of orange NexStar telescopes are all discounted on Amazon ahead of the platform’s huge Prime Day sales event on June 23. The beginner NexStar 4SE model was highly rated in our expert review with a score of four stars for easy set-up, a sturdy build and go-to technology to help you find […]

For those looking to capture images of distant nebulas and galaxies, the Celestron Origin Mark II Intelligent Home Observatory makes the experience easier than ever. Within minutes of taking the telescope out of the box and pairing it with a device, users will be capturing images of deep space with ease. A built-in camera and […]

The Estes Blue Origin New Shepard toy rocket is 17% off for Memorial Day and is actually cheaper than the official Estes webstore. If you are after a beginner’s model rocket kit, you won’t be disappointed with this model from one of the biggest names in the industry. Our editor-in-chief Tariq Malik crashed it into […]

The Nikon Action 16×50 is the highest fixed magnification model in the new Action line released in March 2026. They are all-purpose binoculars with big 50mm objective lenses, which are critical for high performance in low-light scenarios. Alongside the 7×50, 10×50 and 10-22×50 zoom models, I tested the 16×50 binoculars for stargazing. The 16x magnification […]

With the release of the new Vespera III and Vespera Pro 2, the prices of the previous models in the Vespera line have dropped, including for the limited X edition of the Vespera II. This special version has a transparent shell so that you can see the inner mechanisms of a smart telescope in action. […]

Telescope maker Vaonis has unveiled two new additions to its smart telescope family, the Vespera III and the Vespera Pro 2, a pair of high-end telescopes designed to provide even better night sky views than their predecessors, the company said. The new smart telescopes are the latest in the Vespera line of telescopes from Vaonis, […]

The Nikon Action range is a new line of binoculars from the optics giant, released in March 2026 to take over from the company’s now-discontinued Aculon range, which some users felt was plasticky and didn’t have enough eye relief. They can also be seen as a cheaper alternative to the Action Extreme range, which, while […]

I love big ships and I cannot lie, which is why I bought this massive meter-long Lego Star Wars Venator-Class Republic Attack Cruiser last time it was on sale. Now, this UK-only deal is back as an early Star Wars Day promotion, saving you an amazing £115 on the best Lego Star Wars UCS set. […]

Looking for a star projector that’ll bathe a whole room in a cosmic display? At just $25, you can’t go wrong with this Fliti Galaxy Projector, but it’s a limited time deal so you’ll have to hurry. The Fliti Galaxy Star Projector is on sale right now at Amazon for $25 Sick of star projectors […]

You’ve studied Saturn, watched the Big Dipper wind its way around the North Star and you can find Orion’s Belt with your eyes closed. Now what? Once you’ve learned how to navigate the night sky, it’s time for some magnification, not to get stars in close up, but to glimpse galaxies, nebulas and distant clusters […]

Key specs Type: Full-frame prime lens Focal length: 50mm Maximum aperture: f/1.4 Lens mount: Sony FE Weight: 28 oz / 800 g Dimensions: 3.33 x 4.37-in / 84.5 x 111 mm Filter thread: 77mm Release date: October 2025 We all know that prime lenses are the best option for capturing the night sky, and depending […]

As telescopes go, the Unistellar Odyssey Pro really is something special. Between its image quality, ease of use and ability to remove skyglow, we think it’s one of the best smart telescopes. And, if you’re fast, you can get it for nearly $700 off for Unistellar’s Earth Day offer, where they are offering 15% off […]

Spring is here and between the warmer weather and the longer days, it’s the perfect opportunity to get into drone flying. Now, thanks to this Amazon deal, you can save $120 on the powerful but beginner-friendly Potensic Atom 2 Fly More Combo drone bundle. You can get the Potensic Atom 2 drone bundle on sale […]

On top of being able to contribute to citizen science efforts to help defend Earth from asteroids, Unistellar is now calling on anyone with a Unistellar smart telescope to help observe the light curve from NASA’s long-awaited Artemis 2 mission during launch and re-entry. As a manufacturer of some of the best smart telescopes we’ve […]

Whether you’re buying for yourself or younger skywatchers, the Celestron Firstscope tabletop telescope is a joy to use and, even though I’ve bought bigger scopes since, it’s my go-to for quick skywatching sessions. Now, it’s even cheaper in Amazon’s Spring Sale, a steal at just $64. Save up to 15% on this moon-themed Celestron Firstscope […]

Stargazing and astrophotography are ways to gain a closer and more in-depth relationship with the night sky and the wonderful targets that you can find in it. I love taking my binoculars out and gazing at the full moon or trying to find star clusters on darker nights. I have tested out a range of […]

We all know the feeling of capturing a photo of the nigth sky we’re proud of, only to find out later that we must spend hours editing out smudges, flecks of dirt and grime that have embedded themselves within the picture, and this can happen even with one of the best cameras. It’s time-consuming and […]

Keeping your camera lens clean is essential for capturing sharp, high-quality images. Especially if you’re traveling, dust, smudges and fingerprints can easily get on your lens and degrade the image clarity, even when you have one of the best lenses for astrophotography. This will eventually lead to blurry or hazy photos if the lens is […]

What happens when you throw money at the night sky? After you’ve mastered the art of naked-eye astronomy, close-ups of star clusters, nebulas and galaxies will be next on your celestial shopping list. But not all stargazing gear is created equal. Budget binoculars and entry-level telescopes will show you plenty, but spend a bit more […]

If you’re into astrophotography, you’ll reach a point where standard tools like Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop will only get you so far. Although these tools work as expected from an image-editing perspective, astrophotography requires you to work from a slightly different set of rules — often aligning, calibrating and stacking images of celestial objects — […]

Arguably, the second most important part of your camera setup, beyond the best camera body, is the lens. We have tested and recommend the best lenses for astrophotography, but oftentimes, for those looking for more cost-effective models, going for a third-party camera lens can save you money and they can be of comparable (if not […]

Launching in February 2025 as part of Canon’s video-focused ‘V series’, alongside the Canon R50 V, the Canon Powershot V1 is a vlogging-focused hybrid compact camera with a built-in lens, 3x optical zoom and a 22.5MP sensor. It rivals Sony’s ZV range of cameras, which are also aimed at content and video creation. With an […]

Have you heard about the “planetary parade?” If you’ve not seen the wild claims about the so-called alignment of six or seven planets in your social media feeds, you soon will. Is it a fact? It’s certainly not a fiction, with NASA as the source for a claim that six planets — Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, […]

On March 3, 2026, the full Worm Moon will turn a deep copper-red for 58 minutes in the last total lunar eclipse visible from North America until 2029. While it’s a naked-eye event, the right optics will dramatically enhance the view — and continue to serve you for deep-sky stargazing long after the eclipse. Through […]

Artemis 2 is the first crewed lunar mission in over 50 years, so it’s no surprise that the Orion spacecraft is loaded with cameras, 15 mounted on the ship and 17 in the hands of the crew. And, thanks to this photographic equipment, we’ve been treated to some absolutely stunning Artemis 2 photos. Skip to […]