Latest articles by Chris McMullen
Best telescope mounts in 2025
Buying Guide We take a look at a selection of the best telescopes mounts currently on offer.
Best smart telescopes 2025: Observe the cosmos at the press of a button
Buying Guide The best smart telescopes make viewing the universe a breeze. Treat yourself to our top picks from Unistellar, Celestron, Vaonis and more.
Best budget telescopes under $500 2025: Explore the night sky for less
Deals We've rounded up the best budget telescopes under $500 so you can survey the night sky regardless of your budget, and make the most of March's lunar eclipse.
Best telescopes for kids 2025: The best child-friendly scopes for young skywatchers.
Buying Guide The best telescopes for kids are easy to use, accessible to beginners and with February's planetary parade nearly here, now's a great time to buy.
Best monocular 2025: Spot the top models on the market
Buying Guide The best monocular devices on the market offer a lightweight alternative to binoculars. Try using one this month to view the full moon.
See the planet parade for under $70 with this beginner friendly, super-portable Celestron telescope deal
Deals The Celestron 70mm Travel Scope is currently 36% off with a coupon, making it the cheapest it's been in a long time.
Best locations for astrophotography and skywatching 2025
Highlights of the best locations for astrophotography and skywatching worldwide including practical information to make your stargazing trip a success.
Best lens heaters 2025: Fight lens fogging with these essential astro accessories
Buying Guide Owning one of the best lens heaters is an absolute must if you're shooting in cold conditions to prevent your glass from fogging up.
Best cameras for timelapse videos in 2025
Browse our list of the best cameras for timelapse videos in 2025, with picks from Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm and more.
Best cameras for photos and videos 2025: From beginner to pro models
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best cameras for photos and videos. With the right camera, you can capture February's planetary parade and March's amazing blood moon.
Save nearly $75 on these all-purpose Celestron Nature DX ED 8x42
Deals These rugged, all-weather Celestron binoculars are perfect for wide-field stargazing and wildlife watching, and now they're just $152, plus an additional $15 off.
Best lenses for astrophotography in 2025: Capture the majesty of the cosmos
Buying Guide The best lenses for astrophotography help you capture the cosmos in the best possible way.
Best tripods 2025: For astrophotography, landscapes, travel, video and more
Buying Guide Owning one of the best tripods for your camera is essential whether you're shooting astrophotography, landscape or portraits.
Best eyepieces for telescopes 2025: A crucial telescope accessory to invest in
Buying Guide The best eyepieces for telescopes can transform your skywatching experience, allowing you to get closer to the planets, comets, and stars.
Zeiss binoculars deals: Our favorite deals of 2025
Zeiss binoculars deals are tough to spot... but we're keeping an eye out for them.
Best star trackers for astrophotography 2025
Buying Guide The best start trackers will help you take better photographs of the planetary parade and the total lunar eclipse by tracking the Earth's rotation.
Best beginner cameras 2025: Canon, Sony, Nikon, Olympus and more
Buying Guide The best beginner combine ease-of-use and intuitive features to help you improve your photography skills. Keep an eye out for deals on some of our top picks.
Best telescopes for deep space 2025: View the universe in breathtaking detail
Buying Guide Here are the best telescopes for deep space — gaze far into the night sky and survey the cosmos in impressive detail.
Best binoculars for long distance viewing 2025
The best binoculars for long distance viewing have high magnification and quality optics — grab a bargain for deep-sky views this Black Friday.
Best night vision binoculars 2025: Our top picks to see in the dark
Buying Guide The best night vision binoculars allow you to spot nocturnal wildlife or enjoy views of the February's full moon.
Best budget binoculars 2025: Affordable, high-quality models
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best budget binoculars, combining affordability with good quality optics and fantastic views.
Best binoculars for kids 2025: Small and lightweight binos for younger users
Buying Guide The best binoculars for kids provide closer views and are designed to be convenient for smaller hands and faces.
Drone deals 2025: The best deals available today
We've rounded up the best drone deals from a range of reputable retailers as top names are currently discounted.
