Andy Hartup
Andy is a Content Director who has been working in media for over 20 years. Andy has run several brands during his career, including Top Ten Reviews, GamesRadar, and a suite of magazines. He is also a part time tutor in Game Design, a photographer, and a mentor. Andy specializes in landscape and urban photography, but also takes pictures of the moon and night sky. In his spare time, he enjoys building Lego with his son and watching all kinds of sci-fi TV.
Latest articles by Andy Hartup
How to photograph the moon using a camera: techniques, kit, and settings
By Damian Peach last updated
Reference These are the techniques, times and tools you'll need to photograph the moon using a camera.
This Lego Star Wars deal gets you the rare, retiring Imperial Probe Droid for its lowest price ever
By Andy Hartup published
Deals Save more than $18 on this Lego Star Wars Probe Droid, making it only $41.99. This IS the droid you're looking for!
Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM review
By Andy Hartup published
Review Yes, the Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM lens is a good all-rounder, but how does it fare under low light and astro conditions?
Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM lens review
By Andy Hartup published
Review The Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM lens is a lightweight, high-quality mirrorless piece of glass that is a great option for anyone looking to take low light landscapes and astrophotos.
Canon EOS R review
By Andy Hartup last updated
Review An older, enthusiast-level mirrorless camera, the Canon EOS R mirrorless camera is still a solid choice for night sky shooters.
Nikon Z6 review: How is it for astrophotography?
By Andy Hartup last updated
REVIEW The Nikon Z6 is part of Nikon's mirrorless suite of cameras, and when you combine price with performance, it's a real star in the night sky photography world.
Nikon Z9 review
By Andy Hartup last updated
Review The Nikon Z9 is a mirrorless powerhouse, one of the top-performing digital cameras ever made and delicious overkill for astrophotography and landscapes.
Nikon Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S lens review
By Andy Hartup published
Review A reliable, flexible mirrorless zoom lens that can be used for almost all types of photography. Expensive, but great for astro and landscape photography.
Nikon Z 20mm f/1.8 S wide-angle prime lens review
By Andy Hartup published
Review The Nikon Z 20mm f/1.8 S is an uncompromising, wide prime lens that's perfect for landscape astrophotography. As you'd expect, though, this lens isn't cheap.
Lego Guardians of the Galaxy Ship review
By Andy Hartup last updated
The Lego Guardians of the Galaxy Ship – or the Benatar, to Marvel fans – is one of the coolest brick-builds we’ve ever completed.
Lego Star Wars TIE Fighter review
By Andy Hartup last updated
Review The classic TIE Fighter is a fan favorite, and it’s an easy build that will suit younger Lego enthusiasts well.
Nerf DinoSquad Rex-Rampage blaster review
By Andy Hartup published
While the Nerf DinoSquad Rex-Rampage blaster looks the part, it’s far from the most reliable Nerf gun out there.
Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 S-Line lens review
By Andy Hartup published
Review A serious 70-200mm for anyone who demands the best image quality and is willing to pay. It’s worth every cent.
Lego Star Wars AT-AT review
By Andy Hartup published
While it may be overshadowed by a newer, bigger brother, the Lego Star Wars AT-AT 40th anniversary kit is a brilliant build from start to finish.
Hurry! This Lego Star Wars AT-ST deal is $30 at Walmart... but it's selling fast
By Andy Hartup published
Deal You save around $20 on this cool Lego AT-ST Raider kit, from The Mandalorian, making it a perfect gift
Lego Star Wars X-Wing review
By Andy Hartup last updated
Review It’s the most iconic ship in the Star Wars universe, but does the Lego Star Wars X-Wing live up to its legendary status?
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