last updated: 09/01/2025 With many smart telescopes already on the market and more on the way, it’s becoming a challenge to decide which smart telescope best suits your individual needs. In this Best Buy guide, I compare various brands of Unistellar, Vaonis, ZWO Seestar, and … Continue readingSmart Telescopes: Best Buy Guide
The ZWO FF80 quadruplet telescope consistently produces well-corrected, round stars and sharp views, without the need for a field flattener. Mounting a camera and filter wheel is effortless with the included adapters, and precise framing is facilitated by the manual rotator. The dual-speed RAP focuser … Continue readingZWO FF80 Telescope Review + First Light!
Welcome to the celestial wonders of 2024! This astronomical calendar promises a year of breathtaking night sky spectacles, many visible with the naked eye. From meteor showers to planetary alignments, embark on a cosmic journey and marvel at the celestial splendor awaiting you. Wishing you … Continue readingAstronomy Calendar 2024 | Total Eclipse | Meteor Showers | Lunar Eclipse | Supermoons
The Vaonis Vespera Smart Telescope emerges as a celestial delight for astronomy enthusiasts, skillfully blending aesthetics and functionality. Crafted with an exquisite design, it surpasses competitors in visual appeal, making it a potential living room centerpiece. The high-quality quadruplet lens and Sony’s IMX462 sensor capture … Continue readingVaonis Vespera Smart Telescope Review + Tutorial
For those seeking a detailed side-by-side examination of ZWO’s Seestar S50 and Dwarflab’s Dwarf II Smart Telescopes, look no further. In this blog, I compare both telescopes by photographing the Sun, Moon, Andromeda Galaxy, and Eastern Veil Nebula, employing identical capturing methods and exposure times … Continue readingSeestar S50 vs Dwarf II Smart Telescope Review + Tutorial
November 2023 is a month filled with celestial marvels just waiting to be explored in the night sky. Let’s explore the magic of Jupiter, our solar system’s giant, as it comes closest to Earth. There’s also a dazzling celestial jewel gracing our predawn sky, casting … Continue readingNight Sky November 2023
The Seestar S50 Smart Telescope is an impressive and budget-friendly choice for aspiring astrophotographers and beginners. Priced at just $499, the Seestar S50 offers a camera-equipped telescope on a tracking mount, enabling effortless observation and imaging of celestial wonders like the Sun, Moon, and Deep-Sky … Continue readingSeestar S50 Smart Telescope Review + Tutorial
Night Sky Update: Embrace the Celestial Splendor! As the equinox ushers in the autumnal season, the cosmos is gearing up for a breathtaking show, with the nights growing longer in the northern hemisphere. It’s the perfect time to indulge in some celestial stargazing. Here’s a … Continue readingNight Sky October 2023: Supermoon, Solar Eclipse, and Partial Lunar Eclipse!
The DWARF II smart telescope is a fantastic choice for those interested in astrophotography, birdwatching, or animal photography on a budget. Its user-friendly mobile app makes it easy to use. While it may not have the very best optics, it provides an effortless way to … Continue readingDWARF II Smart Telescope REVIEW: Best $500 Telescope and Spotting Scope?
Are you conisdering to remote control your astrophotography equipment, but find it challenging to choose between a mini-PC or ZWO’s ASIAIR Plus? Then you’ve come to the right blog! The choice between the ZWO’s ASIAIR Plus and a mini-PC hinges on individual needs and equipment. … Continue readingZWO ASIAIR Plus vs. Mini-PC: A Comprehensive Comparison