Author Archives: Reviewer

Minox BV 8×25 , 10×25 binoculars overview

Posted on April 27, 2017 by Reviewer

The Minox BV 8×25 and 10×25 compact binoculars look very similar to the BF range, but come with the added benefit of Minox M* lens coatings for outstanding brightness. BaK-4 phases coated prisms as standard for excellent colours and contrast. … Continue reading →

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Telescope GOTO or not GOTO. That is the question

Posted on April 5, 2017 by Reviewer

Often we get first time buyers looking for a telescope with GOTO as an important factor. This topic divides many people on either side. I am old fashioned in my ways, and think the view you get through the eyepiece … Continue reading →

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North Lincs astro meeting 3rd April 2017

Posted on April 4, 2017 by Reviewer

A slightly depleted attendance of 20 people came to the April 2017 meeting of the North Lincs astro society. The speakers were John, who gave his monthly updates on the latest astro news, followed by Chris Roche giving an excellent talk … Continue reading →

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Olivon 1.25″ #12 light yellow filter

Posted on March 30, 2017 by Reviewer

As always with coloured telescope filters, ask 10 people if they make a difference and you,ll get 10 different answers. From my point of view the #12 yellow is my favourite filter for Jupiter. It darkens the clouds against the … Continue reading →

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Olivon car window mount OL337877

Posted on March 30, 2017 by Reviewer

The Olivon car window mount is a compact yet well made solution for a range of cameras and tripod heads etc. Complete with standard 1/4″ thread, meaning it will accept a number of tripod heads and other adaptors such as … Continue reading →

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Helios Nitrosport 8×26 binoculars review 30218

Posted on March 28, 2017 by Reviewer

One of the most popular compact binocular sellers at the Northern Optics weekend outlet at the Waters` edge visitor centre is the Helios Nitrosport 8×26 binoculars. This is a good way of judging binoculars, as what people buy at the … Continue reading →

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Hessle Foreshore photograph 26th March 2017

Posted on March 27, 2017 by Reviewer

Both light conditions and still waters on the Humber combined to give a lovely effect. Used my trusty old Canon EOS 1100D + Tamron 70-300mm lens to take this image. RAW file, 100ISO at f8. In DPP I darkened the … Continue reading →

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Visionary V1 8.5×42 binoculars review

Posted on March 24, 2017 by Reviewer

After not seeing any reviews on the Visionary V1 8x5x42 binoculars, thought I would give my own honest opinion. So lets have a look at the price and spec. With an RRP of £279.99 , the price suggests these should … Continue reading →

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Minox DTC 550 digital stealth camera February 2017

Posted on March 21, 2017 by Reviewer

The MINOX DTC 550 is fitted with a new 5 megapixel sensor which provides outstanding imaging quality and pin-sharp definition in both day-light and night use; the camera captures single images and video recordings in full HD resolution and also … Continue reading →

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Lincoln astronomy society meeting 4th April 2017

Posted on March 20, 2017 by Reviewer

Paul Cotton shall be giving a talk “Finding colour in the night sky” at the Lincoln astronomy society on 4th April 2017. Paul has already give this talk at the North Lincs astro society, so I can confirm it will be … Continue reading →

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