The LACERTA Herschel Prism is a high-quality solar observation accessory designed for safe and detailed white-light solar viewing and imaging. Unlike traditional solar filters that block most of the incoming light, a Herschel prism diverts the majority of sunlight away while allowing a small, controlled portion to pass through for […]
Exploring the Universe: A Practical Guide for Hobbyists by Dr. James Dire is an insightful resource tailored for both novice and seasoned amateur astronomers. Part of the highly popular The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series, the book offers a comprehensive journey through the cosmos, emphasizing what can be achieved with […]
The Solar Observer’s Handbook is for the casual backyard astronomer whose been thinking of doing solar observing but needs to know how to do so safely. This guided tour will help you to learn the basics of viewing the closest star to Earth and protect your eyesight while doing so. […]
The Altair Solar Herschel Wedge offers improved cooling for longer use with larger refractors. The Altair Solar Wedge (Herschel Wedge) replaces the normal 2″ mirror or prism diagonal at the rear of a refractor telescope. The Solar Wedge transmits a greatly reduced, safe amount of light to the eyepiece or […]
The DayStar Quark is a cutting-edge hydrogen-alpha (H-alpha) solar filter that converts standard refractor telescopes into high-performance tools for solar observation. Unlike conventional front-mounted solar filters, the Quark attaches to the eyepiece end, enabling seamless integration with various refractor sizes without requiring additional adapters. This innovative design offers both versatility […]
Using the DWARF 3 Telescope for solar imaging is just one of the opportunities available with the new DWARF 3 smart telescope. As part of the ever growing list of robotic telescopes using smart technology, it is a compact telescope controlled by your smartphone under the control of the DWARFLAB […]
The MLAstro Spectroheliograph is a new, advanced solar imaging device designed to capture high-contrast, narrowband images of the Sun across various wavelengths. By utilizing spectral analysis, it enables detailed observations of solar phenomena such as prominences, filaments, and sunspots. The MLAstro Spectroheliograph works by combining principles of spectroscopy and imaging […]
The Acuter Elite H-Alpha Phoenix 40 Solar Telescope is a specialized instrument designed for high-resolution hydrogen-alpha (H-α) solar observation, allowing users to witness the dynamic and ever-changing surface of the Sun. With a 40mm aperture, this telescope provides detailed views of solar prominences, filaments, spicules, and active regions that are […]
DSLR cameras for Solar imaging are a popular way to image the Sun. Our editorial staff often discuss how to best use their mainstream digital cameras for astronomical imaging. Surprised? Truth is, many of the most amazing amateur celestial photos are captured with mainstream terrestrial DSLR cameras. As with traditional […]
The MLAstro Spectroheliograph is a new, advanced solar imaging device designed to capture high-contrast, narrowband images of the Sun across various wavelengths. By utilizing spectral analysis, it enables detailed observations of solar phenomena such as prominences, filaments, and sunspots. The MLAstro Spectroheliograph works by combining principles of spectroscopy and imaging […]
The Sky-Watcher Heliostar 76Ha Solar Telescope is a dedicated 76mm hydrogen-alpha (Hα) telescope with <0.55Å bandpass, featuring Solis Etalon Technology, a Trifid Tuner, dual-speed Crayford focuser, and an 11.5mm blocking filter, designed for high-resolution solar observing. In the video below, the folks at High Point Scientific provide a nice overview […]
Back in 2009, I partnered with Richard Fienberg (American Astronomical Society) to launch Galileoscope as an international cornerstone project for the International Year of Astronomy. These low-cost, high quality telescope kits have been an important instrument for engagement with astronomy ever since. Galileoscope was also selected as an international cornerstone […]