2025年3月21日 · Beginner astrophotography tips, tutorials, and videos. Learn how to take amazing pictures of planets, galaxies, and more with your camera. I recently assembled a budget astrophotography rig to capture deep-sky objects in my backyard. While I knew this system would be very capable, I was astonished by the quality of…

Welcome to the website for our revised and expanded Fourth Edition of the popular guidebook to amateur astronomy by Terence Dickinson and Alan Dyer. Over the 34 years since the first edition was published in 1991, the book has sold more than 250,000 copies. The Fourth Edition is available at most bookshops.

2024年8月1日 · The first step in astronomy for beginners is simply to look up and ask, “What's that?” Begin gazing at the stars from your backyard, and you’ll be taking the first step toward a lifetime of cosmic exploration and enjoyment. But what, exactly, comes next? Too many newcomers to astronomy get lost in dead ends and quit in frustration.

For adults starting in the hobby, I’d recommend starting with a Newtonian for backyard astronomy. But if you plan to take it often on camping/stargazing trips check this guide on the best travel telescopes. How to choose your first telescope. The most important thing you have to look at when choosing your first telescope is the aperture.

2022年1月31日 · Small scopes, sometimes referred to as grab-and-go telescopes, are favorites because they can be used on a whim. You’ll be surprised at how often you’ll take it out onto your deck or into your...

2024年1月25日 · Nothing beats the thrilling sensation of peering into the depths of the universe from your own backyard. With some preparation and the right equipment, you too can embark on an interstellar journey without leaving your home. Here are my top tips to make your backyard astronomy experience one to remember. Acquire a Quality Telescope

Here are a few tips to get you started with astronomy for beginners, and some ways to deepen your connection to the cosmos. Some locations are better than others for stargazing, but you can still do it basically anywhere—from your window, balcony, backyard, local park, or somewhere a bit more remote.

For many, a backyard observatory serves as the ultimate stargazing sanctuary right in their own yard. It provides everything needed for exceptional astronomy pursuits, from visual observation to astrophotography.

• All you need to know to get into the hobby of backyard astronomy, including a thorough survey of telescopes and other gear for aspiring stargazers. • How to find your way around the sky, and what to expect to see when you look at the Moon, Sun, planets and deep-sky objects.

Amateur astronomy has gone a long way in the modern age, with new tech, telescopes, and ways to see the sky than ever before. But for anyone with a passion to see the stars, it’s overwhelming. We’re here to help. Our articles will give you the tools you need to spot the planets, comets, celestial neighbors, and beyond.