Astrophotography Equipment Reviewed by Astromaniac
Here is a list of equipment that we enjoyed reviewing by putting them to in-depth test. We cover all aspects of astro gear, from user interface, built quality, practicality, value for money and customer support.
Seestar S50 Pro Smart Telescope: Let’s Get Serious.
ZWO’s Seestar S50 Pro brings 50mm optics, dual 4K imaging, a wider field, a redesigned drive system and substantially longer battery life to the Seestar family. But the more interesting story is bigger than one telescope: smart telescopes are beginning to blur the boundary between automated observing and traditional astrophotography.
Askar 80ED : Astonishingly Light and Budget-Friendly
With their latest models of telescope, Askar 80ED, SharpStar have targeted a specific group of astrophotographers and astronomers which can place this product in a very attractive place: Beginners.
With a two-lens design (one ED, one standard), it reduces much of the chromatic error typical of simple doublets, while staying lighter and more affordable than full apochromats.
Askar SQA55: A Portable Powerhouse for Deep Sky Astrophotography
For astrophotographers looking to balance portability, optical performance, and versatility, the Askar SQA55 delivers a well-thought-out solution. This compact, wide-field quintuplet refractor promises sharp stars across a generously flat field (no flattener required) and is particularly appealing to those using either astronomy dedicated cameras or DSLR/mirrorless cameras.
Askar 103APO Refractor Telescope: A Leap Forward?
We all dream of finding the perfect telescope that strikes a balance between affordability, optical performance, and versatility. The Askar 103APO promises to be that dream telescope for every astrophotographer. But does it live up to the expectations?
TS-Optics Photoline 130mm: Big Optics, Full-Frame Ready
As far as large refractor telescopes go, anything above the focal lengh of 900mm, TS-Optics 130 APO pushes the bounderies in various aspects.
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