The new QHY5III462C camera uses the latest (6th Generation) 2.1 megapixel IMX462 STARVIS CMOS sensor from Sony. The pixel size is 2.9u making it the same size and resolution as the sensor used in the QHY5III290 camera that has been so successfully used for planetary imaging. Like others in the […]
The latest version of DeepSkyStacker, Version 4.2.4 Beta 4, is now available. DeepSkyStacker is a freeware for astrophotographers that makes it easier to manage the pre-processing steps of deep sky imaging. It simplifies registering, stacking, post processing and saving the resulting image. After an imaging session the software takes your […]
Explore Scientific has introduced several new camera adapters for astro imaginers. Included is a reduction adapter from M48x0.75 to M42x0.75 mm (shown in image). The adapter is designed for connecting T2 camera accessories with the smaller M42x0.75 thread to the larger M48x0.75 thread. It is ideal for adapting 2 inch […]
William Optics FLAT73R 0.8x Adjustable Reducer-Flattener is for use with the William Optics Zenithstar 73 OTA. The William Optics Reducer-Flattener is a great accessory that improves image quality by being able to adjust spacing without the need for extension tubes. It will deliver an image circle of >44 with a […]
Sharpstar Optics is a Chinese astronomy products manufacturer who has recently released a new line of telescopes. The new ASKAR FRA telescopes are what the company calls a “Flatfield Refractive Astrograph” which offers a Petzval design. Petzval telescopes are a 4-lens optical system that are exceptionally well corrected and offer […]
The newest camera line in the Atik portfolio is the Atik 7.1 Advanced CMOS Astro Imaging Camera which follows on the success of ATIK’s CMOS Horizon cameras. The first camera offered in the ACIS CMOS line is Atik 7.1 Advanced CMOS Astro Imaging Camera which is Atik’s fastest camera ever […]
Astroimager Kfir Simon has started a new astro image processing service – Image Processing Services (IPS) – to help fellow astroimagers get the most out of their images. The astro image processingofferings include working directly with clients to process specific images, offering one-on-one tutorials on astroimaging techniques/software and series of […]
While Astro-Physics is well known for its incredibly built mounts and telescopes, the company also offers a number of accessories built with the same dedication to quality. This includes SLR Camera Adapters. Astro-Physics now offers several different camera adapters for use with a number of camera manufacturers in combination with […]
The Venus Optics Laowa 4mm f/2.8 Circular Fisheye Lens is available now for $199 USD for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras including Fuji X, Sony E and Canon M systems. The Venus Optics lens is an 8mm equivalent fisheye prime specially designed for mirrorless cameras with APS-C and MFT sensors providing the […]
Canon EOS telescope adapters from ScopeStuff include SLR Lens to T-Thread Adapters which offer adapter bayonets onto the back of your Canon EOS lens and presents male M42 T-threads. (M42 x 0.75mm for astronomy gear, not M42 x 1 mm “Pentax threads” common in the camera world.) As Jim Henson […]
The nFRAME Camera Rotator is now available in two versions according to Rigel Systems. The nFRAME Single is for those who already have an electronic focuser (such as the Rigel System usb-nSTEP or third party focuser) and want to add framing. The nFRAME single offers precise camera rotation and is […]
DeepSkyStacker has been released in its latest version and is now available. DeepSkyStacker is a freeware for astrophotographers that makes it easier to manage the pre-processing steps of deep sky imaging. It simplifies registering, stacking, post processing and saving the resulting image. After an imaging session the software takes your […]