With so many different products available, trying to identify the most appropriate setup can easily turn into a minefield, and may if you're not careful cause you to get off track very quickly.
Here on our website you'll soon discover a vast assortment of the world's leading astronomy telescopes and binoculars, with excellent information, statistics and facts, together with some of the lowest prices to be found anywhere.
It doesn't matter if you're a complete beginner on the verge of taking your very first step into astronomy or an expert observer looking for a professional scope, our huge collection of information on all manner of optical instruments will certainly ensure you find one to match your requirements and most importantly.... your budget.
You will find high quality scopes, accessories and telescope eyepieces that will satisfy even the most discerning astronomer.
... such as reflecting, refracting, catadioptric and Dobsonian,which are themselves divided into many sub-categories, and sturdy mounts which play such an important part in your overall viewing pleasure, particularly if you intend to do any astrophotography.
In the event that you haven't yet quite decided on the setup that you're looking for, you will want to check out our guide to buying a telescope, which contains a mass of helpful information and important tips on the things you should take into consideration before parting with your hard earned cash.
As increasing numbers of readers become curious on the subject of astronomy, a number of the very same important questions crop up repeatedly. For that reason we have put together a frequently asked questions section to assist the budding astronomer in his or her new found passion.
Intermediate and seasoned astronomers will also find interesting facts and discover a wealth of indispensable information on many of the latest models.
We are both excited and proud to be able to offer you an easy and enjoyable journey into the world of astronomy.
Astro Physics Telescopes
Astro Physics Telescopes are built with the observer in mind, with sharp high-resolution optics, rugged vibration-free mountings and easy-to-use, effective accessories
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Barska Telescopes
Barska Telescopes currently fall into three categories, the Magnes ED series, Starwatcher and Anchormaster
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Bushnell Telescopes
The range of automatic Bushnell telescopes offers state-of-the-art computer driven, location and tracking capability all at the push of a button
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Celestron Telescopes
The range of Celestron telescopes is for amateur astronomers who require superior optics and progressive technology
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Galileo Telescope
The Galileo Telescope also referred to as Newtonian reflectors, are developed specifically for astronomy
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Intes Micro Telescopes
Intes Micro Telescopes are manufactured by Intes Micro of Moscow who specialize in Maksutov-Cassegrain and Maksutov-Newtonian astronomical telescopes
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iOptron Telescopes
iOptron Telescopes. iOptron is a World leader in the specialization, development, manufacture and marketing of ground breaking astronomical telescopes,
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Konus Telescopes
Konus telescopes are recognized worldwide for maintaining a balance of both quality and price
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Meade Telescopes
Meade telescopes offer an extensive array of optical instruments for both the beginner and serious amateur. News, reviews and guides will cut through a minefield of information
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Obsession Telescopes
Obsession Telescopes continue to be at the leading edge of design, quality and engineering.
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Orion Optics
Orion Optics is a company based in the United Kingdom and manufacture high quality astronomical telescopes
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Orion Telescopes
Orion Telescopes, quality optics for all amateur astronomers. There are scopes for all levels, for the beginner, Intermediate, Advanced and Expert
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Rokinon Telescopes
For more than 3 decades Rokinon telescopes, lenses and optics have been synonymous with unequalled integrity and quality
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Stellarvue Telescopes
Stellarvue Telescopes was established in 1995, and since then has produced several thousand medium to top end telescope refractors
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Skywatcher Telescopes
For a wide range of observing applications Skywatcher Telescopes are an excellent choice
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Takahashi Telescopes
Takahashi telescopes introduced their 90mm f/10 FC-90 fluorite apochromatic refracting scope, and with it they completely revolutionized the world of amateur astronomy.
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TAL Telescopes
TAL Telescopes feature diffraction-limited optics of the finest quality
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Tasco Telescopes
Tasco Telescopes fall into three categories, the Novice, Luminova, and Spacestation , with a number of models in each series
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Televue Telescopes
Any time travel, practicality and instant setup are important to you, TeleVue Telescopes are an excellent choice
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Unitron Telescopes
Unitron Telescopes offer a variety of top quality refractor scopes
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Vixen Telescopes
There is a huge range of Vixen telescopes and mounts for amateur astronomers of all levels
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William Optics
William Optics has established itself itself as one on the leading companies in short-tube, highly-portable refractor telescopes
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Zhumell Telescopes
Zhumell Telescopes are high quality with a list of features that would be hard to find in products costing seriously more money.
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Astronomical Binoculars
The light gathering power of Astronomical Binoculars is more than enough to locate many of the sky's most intriguing objects
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Astronomy Books
Astronomy Books. Want facts and figures or maybe just brushup on your general knowledge of astronomy? Here are books that cut through the jargon
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Digital Camera
A digital camera is the first choice of many amateur astronomers wishing to get into astrophotography
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Telescopes For Sale
Large selection of Telescopes For Sale from Celestron,Meade, Orion
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Buying A Telescope
There are a number of important things you need to know before Buying A Telescope
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Catadioptric Telescope
The Catadioptric telescope is a hybrid telescope which combines shaped mirrors and lenses
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Computerized Telescopes
Computerized Telescopes offer a significant benefit to an amateur astronomer, so will be one of the primary considerations when looking for a new telescope.
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Dobsonian Telescopes
Dobsonian Telescopes are intended for visually observing faint objects, a requirement where the observer needs a large objective diameter
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Refracting Telescopes
Refracting Telescopes are ideal for first-time and novice astronomers
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Reflecting Telescopes
Reflecting telescopes feature larger apertures for a broad range of viewing at a very affordable price
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Solar Telescope
A solar telescope is a telescope that has been developed specifically to observe the Sun
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Amateur Astrophotography
The whole concept of Amateur Astrophotography can be both an intriguing and a rewarding activity for the beginner as well as the serious astronomer
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Amateur Observatory
Building an amateur observatory doesn't have to be difficult. A basic roll-off roof design can be built in a couple of days
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Astronomy Software
The use of astronomy software can help you in locating and observing astronomical objects as well as helping you learn more about them.
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Crayford Focuser
The Crayford Focuser is popular among amateur telescope makers as they are easy to make without any high precision machining
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Planisphere
A Planisphere is a simple and easy way to track the stars and constellations hour by hour
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Star Charts
Star charts are most useful for locating stars and constellations,
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Telescope Eyepieces
There are a variety of different telescope eyepieces of different magnification, and the ones you choose will be dependent on the observations you wish to carry out
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Telescope Filters
Telescope Filters are without doubt an invaluable aid in both lunar and planetary observation
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Telescope Mounts
Telescope Mounts most commonly in use are that Alt-Azimuth and the Equatorial
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Telescope Pier For Stability
A Telescope Pier offers rock solid stability for stargazing and astrophotography
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Astronomy Articles
Astronomy Articles. Amateur astronomers play an important part in astronomy and have contributed to many important astronomical discoveries.
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Amateur Astronomy Club
Are you searching for an Amateur Astronomy Club near you?
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Astronomy News
Latest Astronomy News Stories From Around The World.
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Planetarium
A planetarium is a theatre built primarily for presenting educational and entertaining shows about astronomy and the night sky, or for training in celestial navigation
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Sky And Scopes E-Zine
Sky And Scopes E-Zine - Stay In Touch with Telescopes For Amateur Astronomers
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Solar System
The Solar System consists of the Sun and the astronomical objects bound to it by gravity
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Star Party
Going to a Star Party? Join in the fun with fellow astronomers
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Telescope & Astronomy Blog
The ' Telescope & Astronomy Blog For Amateur Astronomers ' is my mini-journal about Telescopes and Astronomy.
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Telescopes Sitesearch
Telescopes Sitesearch
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