Reviews
BBC Sky at Night Magazine reviews the latest telescopes, mounts, eyepieces, cameras, binoculars and other practical astronomy accessories.
Fast for planets, cooled for deep sky. We put the ZWO ASI585MM Pro cooled mono camera to the test
A game-changer for astrophotography. The Pegasus Astro NYX-88 mount is lightweight and easy to set up
This sturdy yet light mount delivers near-flawless, reliable, on-the-button accuracy
Best beginners' telescopes
Looking to buy your first telescope but don't know where to start? We've picked out some of the best beginner telescopes on the market.
Imaging the Planets Masterclass Series
Our spring 2024 series lifts the lid on photographing the planets, with three of the best planetary imagers in the game.
Save 20% when you buy all three as a series booking
Holding out for a first-rate solar scope at an affordable price? With Sky-Watcher's new offering, the wait may be over
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Fits in your palm, gives crisp views of the Moon and planets. We put the Altair 678C camera through its paces
A fast-frame-rate, high-sensitivity option for imaging the Moon and planets,
Most portable smart telescope yet? We put the ZWO Seestar S30 to the test to see how it performs
Sure to tempt beginners, the S50’s tiny sibling is affordable, super-simple and great fun
Portable, accurate, impressively fast. We tested the Sky-Watcher Wave 100i mount and tripod
"We knew we were going to miss it." Testing the StellarMate Pro 128GB astrophotography controller
Best telescopes for observing the planets
Looking for a telescope that will give you amazing views of the planets? We've put together a list of some of the best on the market.
Astronomy accessories
From telescope filters to smartphone astronomy apps, collimators and finderscopes: read our reviews of astronomy accessories by our expert testers..
A large, portable astronomy tent for your telescope? We just had to try this out for ourselves
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Buyer's guide | Red light torches
A good red torch is an astronomer's best friend, enabling you to find your way or check a star chart without ruining your night vision.
Binoculars for astronomy
Often a pair of binoculars is the best instrument for observing the night sky. Read all our reviews of newest and best binoculars by our astronomy experts.
Black Friday 2023 | Best binocular deals this year
A look at the best deals on binoculars this Black Friday.
Best binoculars for astronomy
Binoculars are a great way of getting into astronomy and stargazing.
Celestron's popular SkyMaster Pro binoculars have been given an upgrade. We tested them to see how they perform
This popular big-magnification pair gets even better with a lens upgrade.
Cameras
Reviews of some of the newest and best cameras, including DSLR, CCD and CMOS, by our astronomy experts.
Eyepieces
Are you on the hunt for a new eyepiece? Read our reviews of some of the newest and best telescope eyepieces by our astronomy experts.
'Budget price, but they punch well above their weight' We tested the Ursa Major multicoated eyepieces
The Masuyama 1.25-inch 53˚ eyepieces boast a premium price tag. Are they worth splashing out on?
Eight high-end eyepieces that open up heavenly views – for a premium price tag.
How to build the best telescope eyepiece collection
Great eyepieces are crucial to any astronomical setup. Our guide will arm you with the info you need to choose the best ones to invest in.
Finderscopes
Telescope finderscopes are a great way of locating celestial objects for a closer look. Read our reviews of the latest finderscopes.
Astronomy explained | Finderscopes
A finderscope is a simple but invaluable accessory that attaches to your telescope. Find out what they are, how to set one up, and whether they are still useful.
Orion Optics 8x50 straight-through finderscope review
An excellent field of view that's great for picking out deep-sky objects.
Skywatcher 9x50 Right-Angled Erecting Finderscope
The Skywatcher 9x50 Right-Angled Erecting Finderscope is a simple, easy to use, good quality finderscope that will compliment any telescope
Telescope mounts
The latest telescope mounts tried and tested by our team of practical astronomers to help you choose which best fits your observing setup.
ZWO AM5N harmonic drive mount and TC40 tripod
Best telescope mounts
On the hunt for a new telescope mount, or picking one to go with your first telescope? Read our guide to the best mounts, both budget models and high-end.
Sky-Watcher's new Wi-Fi-controlled mount is beefy, smartphone-enabled and can be used anywhere in the world
Software
Computer software is a big part of modern astronomy and astrophotography. Read reviews of the latest astronomy software tried and tested by our experts.
First Light Optics Remote Observatory tried and tested
For a monthly fee, capture your astro images under immaculate dark skies
Serif Affinity Photo 2 image-editing software review
Well-priced image-editing software that features dedicated astrophotography tools.
Star-Hop Maker astronomy software review
Star-Hop Maker is suitable for all levels of experience, from beginners to seasoned observers.
Telescopes
Refractors, reflectors, Newtonians, Dobsonians, Schmidt-Cassegrains, Ritchey Chrétiens and Maksutov Cassegrains: the latest telescopes tried and tested by our team of experts.