Monthly Archives: February 2012

Visionary 8×21 CXv2 binoculars review

  The Visionary 8×21 CXv2 has been upgraded for 2012 with a stylish new look. The whole result is a very attractive pair of compact binoculars. Upgrades include re designed body looks, new focus wheel, new fold down eye cups … Continue reading

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Binoculars guide. How to check binoculars for correct collimation

Obviously when you look through binoculars and you see a double image, it clearly means they are out of collimation (both barrels not aligned with each other). But in some occasions the error is very slight, and your eyes compensate … Continue reading

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Visionary Neoma 8×42 binoculars reviews

  Visionary Neoma 8×42 binocular customer reviews.  Are they suitable for astronomy ? The following short reviews are genuine Internet forum quotes from Visionary Neoma 8×42 owners “Have been out testing out my new Visionary Neoma 8×42’s over the past few nights, had some … Continue reading

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Visionary Neoma 8×42 binocular reviews from forums

Visionary Neoma 8×42 Reviews The following short reviews are genuine customer comments taken from internet forums “Have been out testing out my new Visionary Neoma 8×42’s over the past few nights, had some superb crisp views of one or two … Continue reading

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Ostara Crystalview 2 inch Moon / Skyglow filter

New for 2012 is the 2″ Ostara Moon / Skyglow telescope filter.  This is a high quality filter designed to give enhanced Lunar and Planetary views, as well as being a more than useful light pollution filter. Best thing is … Continue reading

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Telescope filter basics. #56 Green

Although a #56 Green filter can be used as a Moon filter. I find that it is the best astronomical filter for enhanced views of Mars. With the #56 filter attached, the Polar ice caps stand out much more against … Continue reading

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Opticron ED-X binoculars. New for 2012

The new ED-X binoculars are now available. Models include an 8×42 and 10×42. At just £299 – £309, these have to be one of the best value ED glass binoculars without sacrificing quality.  

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Telescope filter basics. #12 Yellow

A #12 Yellow is ideal for viewing Jupiter and Saturn. It helps bring out detail on the planets disc by darkening the cloud belts, and so making them stand out more against the rest of the bright disk. The #12 yellow … Continue reading

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Helios Mistral WP4 8×42 binoculars review

  Review courtesy of Birdwatching magazine. Model reviewed 8×42 ” They’re very solidly built….The close-focus figure of 1.2m is prominently displayed on the bridge. A quick try-out reveals it is not an idle boast at all – I managed 1.2m … Continue reading

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Lincoln Astronomy Society meeting 7th Feb

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