Category Archives: Hints and Tips

Celestron Travelscope-70 image of the Andromeda Galaxy. 19.10.15

Posted on October 20, 2015 by Reviewer

The image to the right of the Andromeda Galaxy was taken using a Canon 1100D , prime focus through a Celestron Travelscope-70. This equates to a 400mm f5.7 telephoto lens. This image proves that basic astro photography can be achieved … Continue reading →

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Will a Celestron 9×50 illuminated finderscope fit on a Celestron SkyProdigy 6″ SCT telescope

Posted on August 11, 2014 by Reviewer

If you own a Celestron SkyProdigy 6″ SCT telescope, you can fit the Celestron #93781 9×50 erect image angled finderscope to the OTA (optical tube assembly) The only additional items you need to purchase are longer screws to make it … Continue reading →

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What is digiscoping

Posted on August 14, 2012 by Reviewer

Digiscoping is the art of attching a camera to a telescope or spotting scope so that the telescope acts as a very long focal length telephoto lens allowing you to take close up shots from a distance. Digiscoping is very popular … Continue reading →

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How to view meteor showers on a budget

Posted on August 11, 2012 by Reviewer

The great thing about viewing meteor showers like the Perseid’s is that it can be done for free. All you need is a dark sky away from street lights and a pair of eyes. Additional equipment (optional) is a reclining … Continue reading →

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Why is the image upside down through my telescope ?

Posted on October 28, 2011 by Reviewer

With most Newtonian reflectors, you will find the image is upside down and left / right are also opposite. This is normal and nothing to worry about. This is simply the effect of using mirrors in this layout.  It can … Continue reading →

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What does Exit Pupil means

Posted on June 13, 2011 by Reviewer

Hold your pair of binoculars as you would normally, but away from your eyes. You will notice a small white circle of light in the eyepiece. This could be anything from 2 – 7mm typically. As a rule of thumb, … Continue reading →

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How To Hand Hold Large Binoculars

Posted on June 9, 2011 by Reviewer

If a tripod, mono pod or other steadying device is not available, there is a simple trick to help hand hold large binoculars relatively steady when out in the field. Its simply a question of balance. With binoculars that have larger lenses … Continue reading →

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Averted Vision

Posted on June 9, 2011 by Reviewer

Averted Vision is an easy technique that allows faint objects to be seen through binoculars, telescopes and even the naked eye. This ideal for viewing faint astronomical targets and for the nature observer, improves low light dusk and dawn observations. … Continue reading →

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