Through all the years of my interest in telescopes and astronomy I’ve met many amateur astronomers that have progressed from novice to advanced. The usual progression involves purchasing larger and ...

Orion’s Atlas Pro AZ/EQ-G Computerized GoTo Telescope Mount offers three options. It operates in equatorial mode holding one telescope or in alt-azimuth mode holding one or two scopes. Orion’s Atlas ...

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I’m often asked what inspired me to become an astronomer, and I explain that a pivotal moment for me was stargazing through my grandfather’s telescope. I saw the moon’s craters, Jupiter’s moons, ...

Of all the objects that you can view through a telescope, some of the most stunning to behold are the planets in our solar system, and the galaxies that lie far beyond it. But if you want to see more ...

We asked astronomer and telescope maker Adrian Ashford to recommend five telescopes across a range of prices. He studied the sky using each instrument, paying close attention to image quality, ...

Astrophotography has shifted from a niche pursuit to a mainstream hobby, and the telescope you choose now matters as much as the camera you bolt onto it. The best instruments balance sharp optics, ...

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I'm often asked what inspired me to become an astronomer, and I explain that a pivotal moment for me was stargazing through my grandfather's telescope. I saw the moon's craters, Jupiter's moons, ...