HowStuffWorks Science Physical Science Optics How Telescopes WorkBy: Craig Freudenrich, Ph.D. Space Exploration Image Gallery Telescopes come in all shapes and sizes, from a little plastic tube you buy at a toy store for $2, to the Hubble Space Telescope, which weighs several tons. See more...
We all have to start somewhere.If your passion is strong enough, it will carry you through the steep learning curve involved in astrophotography. Early on, I did not have a lot of money to invest in this hobby, and my basic equipment reflected that. I purchased a lot of my early items...
HowStuffWorks Science Physical Science Optics How Telescopes WorkBy: Craig Freudenrich, Ph.D. Space Exploration Image Gallery Telescopes come in all shapes and sizes, from a little plastic tube you buy at a toy store for $2, to the Hubble Space Telescope, which weighs several tons. See more...
To the uninitiated, photography is full of confusing terminology and complicated math, and it may be intimidating for new photographers. Our article today on how to get started in photography will touch on the essential information you must have and understand before you can succeed in the photogr...
HowStuffWorks Science Physical Science Optics How Telescopes WorkBy: Craig Freudenrich, Ph.D. Space Exploration Image Gallery Telescopes come in all shapes and sizes, from a little plastic tube you buy at a toy store for $2, to the Hubble Space Telescope, which weighs several tons. See more...
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I spent quite a bit of time viewing mostly the Moon with it. Had a real good time, and it sparked an interest to get a larger and better telescope. If I had known better, I could have been observing many open clusters with the spotting scope also. ...
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at certain angles (like straight up), the weight of your camera equipment can be enough for the focuser to “fall” out of position over time. The telescope pictured below is an excellent choice in this regard, as the focuser on theWilliam Optics Zenithstar 73is robust, smooth, and locks...
HowStuffWorks Science Physical Science Optics How Telescopes WorkBy: Craig Freudenrich, Ph.D. Space Exploration Image Gallery Telescopes come in all shapes and sizes, from a little plastic tube you buy at a toy store for $2, to the Hubble Space Telescope, which weighs several tons. See more...