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The offer is valid from September 23rd to November 28th, 2024 and only while supplies last!
Posts Tagged 'astrophotography'
Unistellar’s “Black Friday” deal – 20% off all products
November 13 2024, Jan Ströher
Unistellar is offering 20% off on all of their products during a “Black Friday” deal: Smart Telescopes, Backpacks, Accessories.
Besides the the high quality scopes Odyssey, Odyssey Pro, eQuinox 2 and eVscope 2, this discount also applies to their accessories, like Solar filters or backpacks.
This 20% sale is running from November 13th to December 2nd inclusively and as long as stock supplies last!
iOptron’s CEM and GEM mounts now available at a big discount!
September 1 2024, Jan Ströher
Fewer Color Fringes, More Enjoyment: The Omegon ADC on Sale
August 15 2024, Marcus Schenk
Save right. Not only with color fringes, but also on the price! Get the Omegon ADC Atmospheric Dispersion Corrector now for only 129 Euros – an indispensable accessory for crisp planetary photos.
With this wonderful tool you can effectively diminish color fringes around planets and create clear, sharp images. Simply clamp it between the focuser and the camera – and you’re good to go. A great help for astrophotographers, but also for visual observers!
Take advantage of this special offer and grab the Omegon ADC now at this bargain price!
This promotion is valid only until October 15th, 24 and while supplies last.
The new ZWO AM5 N
July 3 2024, Jan Ströher
ZWO AM5 N – the latest generation of the proven AM5 Harmonic Equatorial mount carries telescopes up to 13kg without counterweight and even up to 20kg with counterweight (counterweight and counterweight rod are optionally available). The compact and very light mount, weighing only 5.5 kg, can be used in equatorial mode for astrophotography and in azimuthal mode for observation.
A hand controller and the App for controlling the mount are included in the scope of delivery. Thanks to the built-in WiFi cables are no longer necessary!
Another new feature of this version 2 is that the App now also supports Bluetooth and the dual dovetail clamp has a DC connection, as well as an USB-C port. This means that the cables no longer get tangled up so easily. The AM5 N has a 3/8″ internal thread on its base, so it can be attached directly to suitable photo tripods. GoTo, Live Preview and many other features can now be controlled via smartphone or tablet. This makes the AM5 N ideal for the use in combination with the ZWO ASI Air!
ZWO Seestar S50: The revolutionary Smart Telescope
June 26 2024, Jan Ströher
The ZWO Seestar S50 takes a first place in the selection of new smart telescopes. The main reason for this is, of course, the significantly lower price compared to other smart telescopes. But the Seestar can also score points with other features and this may also be seen in the customer reviews in our store. More than 95% of our customers are absolutely happy with the Seestar and this is certainly mainly due to the easy handling, the extremely compact design paired with apochromatic optics and the worldwide good reputation of the manufacturer ZWO, which has been established for many years, especially with astro cameras. ZWO has also incorporated its experience with camera sensors and user-friendly operation via tablets or smartphones (see ASI Air) into the Seestar S50, and it shows.
This smart telescope will delight beginners and advanced users alike, as it is extremely easy and convenient to use, yet still produces fantastic astrophotos!
Globular Cluster M13, photographed through the ZWO Seestar
The device is supplied with a lightweight carbon tripod, a solar filter, a carrying case and a built-in CLS (Light Pollution) filter, which can be switched on during exposure if required.
The Dumbbell Nebula M27, a just 10 minute exposure with ZWO’s Seestar
iOptron CEM40 + GEM45: Now at great bargain prices
June 1 2024, Jan Ströher
Take a look at the impressive technology of the iOptron CEM40 and GEM45 mounts, now available at reduced prices for a limited time. Convince yourself of their versatile features and excellent weight-to-payload ratio.
The iOptron GEM45 mount has a sleek design and an excellent weight-to-payload ratio, plus an integrated electronic polar finder, user-friendly locking levers, internal cable management, a versatile self-centering saddle, an energy-saving stepper motor drive system and an advanced GoTo system with over 212,000 objects plus optional Wi-Fi.
The CEM40 weighs just 8.2kg, but can support optical instruments and accessories up to 18kg. This impressive ratio of 2.5 between payload capacity and weight makes the CEM40 so versatile. You can transport it to the best observation sites under dark skies or set it up on a small pier in your backyard observatory.
We are having the iOptron CEM40 and GEM45 mounts on sale until 31 July!
Make your choice now. As long as supplies last!
Celestron RASA 800 AVX with autoguider: A powerful package for astrophotography!
May 13 2024, Stefan Taube
The Celestron brand has put together a package comprising the f/2.2 RASA 800 astrograph, the tried-and-tested Advanced VX mount and the new StarSense autoguider camera.
Save money with the set: Celestron Astrograph S 203/400 RASA 800 AVX autoguider
RASA stands for Rowe-Ackermann-Schmidt-Astrograph:
- Super-fast optics for extremely short exposure times!
- Excellent focussing mechanism!
- Quiet 12V MagLev fan allows optimal air cycle in the tube
The StarSense autoguider offers many advantages:
- Automatic alignment and support during polar alignment
- Precise GoTo: Improves the positioning accuracy of your Celestron mount!
- Autoguiding: Tracks celestial objects precisely, for pinpoint stars even on long-exposure astrophotos!
You do not need a separate laptop for the StarSense autoguider, but can simply operate it via the NexStar hand control.
As a set you save money compared to the sum of the individual prices! The offer is only valid until 15 June 2024, grab it now here in the shop!
Vaonis Vespera I for a reduced special price now!
April 17 2024, Jan Ströher
Vespera is your new observation station, the perfect combination of telescope and camera. Smart and fully automated, the wonders of the Universe are now accessible to all with ease. Explore and observe the night sky, take your own photos of celestial objects, learn about the Cosmos, and share your discoveries in one place.
Have you ever wanted to catch the stars? This observation stations allow you to photograph the Cosmos at the touch of a button. Vespera integrates the technology allowing you to observe and shoot deep-sky objects effortlessly. You can now immortalize galaxies, nebulae, clusters and much more.
Vespera I Smart Telescope by vaonis
Vespera’s companion app offers educational content making the experience of observation more interactive and exciting. You can now discover the many secrets and stories that make the Universe so fascinating.
Vespera redesigns the experience of observation. Watching the stars through our mobile app allows you to fly accross the vastness of the Universe all together with your friends or family. Connect up to 5 mobile devices to your station with the multi-user mode, then share your discoveries in Ultra-HD on social networks. You can now share your passion with everyone.
Grab your Vespera I now for a special sales price of EUR 1.199 – only as long as stock supplies last!
Meade LX200 Sale until June 30th
April 15 2024, Jan Ströher
The LX200 series of telescopes are among the systems most widely used by experienced amateur astronomers. There is a good reason for this: The LX200 series combines coma-free ACF optics with a stable fork mount and modern electronics. The system is so compact that the smaller models are ideal for mobile astronomy and the larger instruments suit relatively small garden or club observatories.
In addition to the advantages of the telescopes themselves, the LX200 series offers other useful features: the primary mirror lock prevents image shift and holds focus during long exposure times. The high-quality worm gear on both axes ensures smooth running at all speeds. Thanks to SmartDrive, the periodic worm error is permanently corrected (PPEC).
From April 15th up to June 30th, 2024, the models of the Meade LX200 series can be purchased at a special price! While stocks last…
The Universe at your fingertips: Seestar S50 – now available in stock!
April 10 2024, Jan Ströher
The universe with one click! Seestar S50
The Seestar S50 is a compact smart telescope with a 50mm aperture for anyone who is fascinated by the universe. Just imagine being able to create fascinating astrophotos of stars, galaxies and nebulae at the touch of a button. All with zero effort, no requirement of prior knowledge and of professional quality.
Intelligent technology, a compact all-in-one design and an intuitive app make this possible. The secrets of the universe are now literally in front of your eyes.
“Leo’s Triplet”, taken with Seestar S50 (Photo: Carlos Málagon)
The advantages at a glance:
- Just like the big players: True apochromatic lens with 50mm aperture for crystal clear images which with instantly enchant any viewer
- GoTo, auto focus and live tracking – watch along live as the image is created before your very eyes
- With a free app as the central control point for unforgettable tours of the skies
- Simple astrophotos: Set up telescope, open app, and go
- Battery for 6 hours of astrophotography at a time
- Welcome to the future of astrophotography!
The ZWO Seestar S50 is currently available directly from our stock – so grab it quickly!