Kit eyepieces and their upgrades
Most people start out in astronomy with a telescope bundle – that’s the scope, tripod, finderscope and other accessories. It’s just the sensible way to start. Amongst the most important…
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Information about astronomy accessories
William Optics – a Red-dot Finderscope that Works
Red-dot finderscopes Just about everyone has used (or at least seen) a red-dot finderscope. The idea is wonderful – it’s a heads-up display that projects a simple dot out in…
Read MoreA Premium SeeStar Wedge Solution for Equatorial Mode
ZWO SeeStar smart telescopes have become very popular. Their ability to be run in equatorial mode has improved their abilities considerably but putting them in EQ mode is difficult. We put together a small kit of parts you will need to do it without encountering problems.
Testing a dome diffuser on the WeMacro Rail (arachnophobes might want to skip this one)
Macrophotography with a WeMacro Rail provides the depth of focus normal macro lenses can’t achieve. But managing lighting is still a difficult process, especially in such a cramped area. This article shows the effect of a couple of gadgets that help you see while posing your subject and diffuse harsh lighting during the exposure run.
The (mathematical) wonders of a solar eclipse
Eclipses have been seen as an omen by nearly every civilization. Being able accurately predict an eclipse would give a leader immense persuasive power. Ancient astrologers noticed that solar eclipses followed a pattern. Get it right and you’re in for a promotion. Get it wrong and things might not be so good.