Tag: astro

Apple Mac Studio 2023 (M2 Max) review: Lots of power for creatives

Stan Horaczek We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › This article was originally featured on Popular Science. I have been impressed with just about every machine into which Apple has injected its proprietary chips. The MacBook Pro is great. The MacBook Air is probably the best laptop for… Continue reading Apple Mac Studio 2023 (M2 Max) review: Lots of power for creatives

Sigma announces the 14mm f/1.4 DG DN Art lens for astrophotography

Abby Ferguson Sigma is perhaps one of the most well-known and well-respected third-party lens manufacturers. Its Art line of lenses, in particular, offers quality that rivals OEM lenses, and yet they come at more affordable prices. And now, the company has announced a new Art-series offering in the form of the first 14mm prime lens… Continue reading Sigma announces the 14mm f/1.4 DG DN Art lens for astrophotography

The best wide-angle lens in 2023

Abby Ferguson We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best for Canon mirrorless Canon RF 15-35mm f/2.8 L IS USM SEE IT This is the mirrorless version of the legendary EF 15-35mm lens. Best for Nikon mirrorless Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 SEE… Continue reading The best wide-angle lens in 2023

The best Memorial Day telescope deals

Abby Ferguson Now is the time to celebrate the stars in your family with a cheaper, brand-new telescope, thanks to Memorial Day and Father’s Day deals. From May 26 to June 25, Unistellar is offering $500 cash back on its easy-to-use smart telescopes. It is a rebate offer, not a sale, so you’ll have to… Continue reading The best Memorial Day telescope deals

The Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 is a compact wide-angle for Fujifilm X-mount cameras

Abby Ferguson Earlier this year, Tamron announced it was working on a fast and compact wide-angle lens for Fujifilm X-mount cameras. Now, the wait is (nearly) over, and the new Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD is here and ready for pre-order. The newest Tamron lens offers a full-frame equivalent focal length of 16.5-30mm. This… Continue reading The Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 is a compact wide-angle for Fujifilm X-mount cameras

NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 lens review: A balance of quality and price

The NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 works well for landscapes, events, travel, and even detail shots. Abby Ferguson We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › I love a good ultra-wide angle lens. They are much more versatile than they get credit for and lend… Continue reading NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 lens review: A balance of quality and price

Here’s what you can expect to see in the night sky throughout May

May’s night sky will be anything but boring. DEPOSIT PHOTOS This article was originally featured on Popular Science. Date Event May 4 and 5 Full Flower Moon May 5 and 6 Penumbral Lunar Eclipse May 5 and 6 Eta Aquarids Meteor Shower May 27-30 Lāhaina Noon May 29 Mercury at Greatest Western Elongation April showers may bring… Continue reading Here’s what you can expect to see in the night sky throughout May

The best monoculars in 2023

Abby Ferguson We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best overall Leica Monovid 8×20 SEE IT Best for stargazing Celestron Outland X 20×50 SEE IT Best for hunting Vortex Solo RT 8×36 9 SEE IT When looking for the best option in field… Continue reading The best monoculars in 2023

The best full-frame cameras of 2023

Stan Horaczek We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best overall Canon EOS R6 SEE IT The right mix of features and price for most people Best DSLR Nikon D850 SEE IT This high-res DSLR still has a lot of life left in… Continue reading The best full-frame cameras of 2023