If you are into stargazing for the first time you’re in the right place. My astronomy beginners’ guides will take you through things you need to know when choosing a telescope or astronomy binoculars including the magnifications, eyepieces, how to find objects, maintaining your telescope, and how to store it safely when it’s not in use.
Which telescope mount is best? There are three common telescope mounts: alt-azimuth, equatorial fork, and German equatorial. And then there’s the mount you find with Dobsonian telescopes. In the following, you’ll find these telescope mounts explained, with diagrams, …
Needing a tripod for your telescope? You might be wondering how to mount a telescope on a camera tripod. Tripods can be expensive and you have one for your camera already. So, maybe you could use this. Let’s …
Celestron is a well-known telescope brand and if you happen to have one you’ll want to keep it at its best. To maintain its performance, you may need to collimate it. Here’s a step by step on how …
Should I use my telescope with or without my glasses? It’s a dilemma most eyeglass wearers have when using a telescope. The answer is it depends on your need for glasses. What if I have astigmatism? We cover …
Night sky viewing is a fascinating pastime that opens doors to new perspectives. Knowing certain tips can help you to appreciate it a whole lot sooner. This article includes info for a beginner astronomer and about using telescopes …
Wondering whether binoculars are any good for astronomy. There are many reasons why stargazing binoculars are useful. How good are binoculars for astronomy? Here are 13 reasons to invest in a pair if you’re a night-sky watcher… How good are …
