Gear
Vaonis Hestia: A smart telescope for the smartphone era
May 4, 2025
Soumyadeep Mukherjee
The night sky has fascinated us for centuries. Today, we no longer need bulky telescopes or expert skills to explore it. With the Vaonis Hestia,…
Sleep under the stars: The Sky View XL stargazing tent
May 3, 2025
Soumyadeep Mukherjee
Imagine falling asleep under a canopy of stars. No distractions. No roof. Just you, the sky, and the whisper of the wind. This dream is…
Sky-Watcher Heliostar 76: Solar observing and photography
May 2, 2025
Soumyadeep Mukherjee
The Sun has fascinated humanity for millennia. It lights our days, powers our ecosystems, and shapes space weather. Yet, for all its brilliance, observing the…
Shelter under the Stars: Starpoint Australis’ portable observatories
May 2, 2025
Soumyadeep Mukherjee
In the ever-evolving world of astrophotography, having a reliable and portable observatory can make all the difference. Starpoint Australis, an Australian company dedicated to crafting…
TeleVue’s Nagler Type 7 eyepieces: An era of immersive astronomy
May 1, 2025
Soumyadeep Mukherjee
In February 2025, TeleVue introduced the Nagler Type 7 eyepieces, marking a significant advancement in their renowned Nagler series. These eyepieces are designed to provide…
Accsoon Unveils New Feature-Packed Wireless Monitors, the Cineview M7 & M7 Pro
Apr 30, 2025
Alex Baker
Accsoon has expanded its wireless transmission ecosystem with two new monitors: the Cineview M7 and M7 Pro. The monitors are designed for flexibility and ease…
This Forgotten 3D Film Camera Is Part Genius, Part Pure Chaos
Apr 28, 2025
Dunja Đuđić
Remember that camera with 16 lenses, the Light L16? Well, it looks like Jack Joy from Graindead found its dad: a 3D film camera known…
Sony A1 II Disassembly & Teardown
Apr 27, 2025
Phillip Andrew Iglesias
Back in 2022, we tore down and disassembled the Sony A1 mirrorless camera—the company’s original flagship camera. In 2025, they released the A1 II mirrorless camera…
Proxisky UMi series: Compact EQ mounts with premium mechanics
Apr 25, 2025
Soumyadeep Mukherjee
In the landscape of equatorial mounts, Proxisky’s UMi series carves out a unique space, delivering powerful performance and precise mechanics in a lightweight package. Designed…
Experience the TLR Revival: New and Improved, Digital, Pocketable, and Under $50
Apr 25, 2025
David Prochnow
Photographers might’ve been too quick to lament the extinction of the twin lens reflex The Newbies’ Guide to Choosing a Medium Format Film Camera(TLR) camera…