Astrophotography

    Astro-Physics 190mm f/6 StarFire CS: A New Era in Refractor Excellence

    May 22, 2025 Soumyadeep Mukherjee

    The Astro-Physics 190mm f/6 StarFire CS (190CS) is a top-tier apochromatic refractor telescope designed for both astrophotography and visual observation.  It combines advanced optical engineering…

    2025 Milky Way Photographer of the Year Breaks New Ground with View From Space

    May 21, 2025 Alex Baker

    Capture the Atlas has unveiled the stunning 2025 Milky Way Photographer of the Year collection, and it’s better than ever. The collection celebrates the world’s most breathtaking…

    569 Hours, 147 Nights, 1 Image: Interview with Jeffrey Horne

    May 19, 2025 Soumyadeep Mukherjee

    Astrophotography is all about passion, patience, and perseverance. Whether you spend 2 hours capturing multiple shots of the Milky Way, creating a star trail, or…

    Don’t miss these astrophotography opportunities in June 2025

    May 14, 2025 Soumyadeep Mukherjee

    Every month brings some unique astronomical events that you can see with the naked eye and photograph. In this article, let us take a look…

    A new star in the sky: The Askar 80ED telescope

    May 12, 2025 Soumyadeep Mukherjee

    The world of amateur astronomy just got more exciting. Askar, a well-known name among astrophotographers, has released a new telescope, the Askar 80ED. It’s an…

    Askar SQA106: A quintuplet petzval astrograph from Askar

    May 12, 2025 Soumyadeep Mukherjee

    In February 2025, Askar introduced the SQA106, a telescope designed specifically for astrophotography enthusiasts.  This quintuplet Petzval refractor combines advanced optics with user-friendly features, making…

    A deep dive into the Optolong L-Para filter

    May 12, 2025 Soumyadeep Mukherjee

    Astrophotography has always been a blend of art and science.  Capturing the intricate details of nebulae and galaxies requires skill and the right equipment.  Enter…

    Chasing the seven sisters: William Optics Pleiades telescopes

    May 7, 2025 Soumyadeep Mukherjee

    William Optics has long been a trusted name among astrophotographers, known for crafting high-quality telescopes that blend innovation with precision.  The Pleiades series, comprising the…

    Exploring the cosmos with Bresser Nebula 6 EQ/AZ mount

    May 6, 2025 Soumyadeep Mukherjee

    The Bresser Nebula 6 EQ/AZ WiFi-Network Mount is a versatile and technologically advanced telescope mount designed for both amateur and professional astronomers.  With its dual-mode…

    A Deep Sky Dream: Astro Labs-USA Travel Truss 12.5″ Telescope

    May 5, 2025 Soumyadeep Mukherjee

    Big telescopes often mean big challenges – bulky mounts, long setups, and transport nightmares. But what if a powerful scope could travel light and work…