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The Milky Way is a firm favourite for nightscape photographers and astrophotographers alike, but beautiful images of our Galaxy are well within reach of beginners with basic entry-level equipment too.

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It’s December, which means it’s time for the best meteor shower of the year – the Geminids. Perseids fans may disagree, but long, dark nights and a broader activity peak give the Geminids the edge. Tr

Andy Westlake assesses a unique telephoto lens for extreme close-up photography

Ever wondered why your stars turn into little streaks during long exposures, or your mount sounds like it’s quietly complaining? Chances are, your setup is out of balance. Getting an equatorial mount

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