Jase Parnell-Brookes
Jase Parnell-Brookes is the Managing Editor for e-commerce for Space and Live Science. Previously the Channel Editor for Cameras and Skywatching at Space, Jase has been an editor and contributing expert across a wide range of publications since 2010. Based in the UK, they are also an award-winning photographer and educator winning the Gold Prize award in the Nikon Photo Contest 2018/19 and named Digital Photographer of the Year in 2014. After completing their Masters degree in 2011 and qualifying as a teacher in 2012, Jase has spent the last two decades studying and working in photography and publishing in multiple areas, and specializes in low light optics and camera systems. With many disparate passions outside of photography and writing Jase keeps busy studying science, cloudspotting (his favorite is mammatus undulatus,) refining his favorite coffee-making techniques, weightlifting, reconditioning retro Hi-Fi equipment, playing theatre organ and piano, building computers, birdspotting, fixing cars and making his own furniture to name just a few.
Latest articles by Jase Parnell-Brookes
Best photo editing apps for astrophotography 2024
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best photo editing apps for astrophotography, perfect for boosting colors and improving the clarity of your images.
Best cameras for low light photography in 2024
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide The best cameras for low light photography let you shoot effortlessly in dark conditions without boosting the ISO too high — check out our favorite models.
Best lenses for astrophotography in 2024
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide The best lenses for astrophotography help you capture the cosmos in the best possible way, and there are savings to be had this October Amazon Prime Day.
Best mirrorless cameras in 2024: Canon, Nikon, Sony and more
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best mirrorless cameras, with models suitable for a range of photography styles, abilities and budgets, including early Black Friday deals.
Best cameras for astrophotography in 2024: Shoot for the stars
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide The best cameras for astrophotography are designed to handle low-light situations and shoot celestial objects. Find the perfect pick in time for the peak of the Geminid and Ursid meteor showers.
Best cameras for photos and videos 2024: From beginner to pro models
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best cameras for photos and videos. Research ahead of Black Friday and use one this month to capture the Northern Lights or the Taurid meteor shower.
Best binoculars for kids 2024: Small and lightweight binos for younger users
By Jamie Carter last updated
Buying Guide The best binoculars for kids provide closer views and are designed to be convenient for smaller hands and faces.
Best compact binoculars 2024: Lightweight, travel-friendly models
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best compact binoculars, taking into account their build quality, visuals, and how compact they are.
Best night vision binoculars 2024: Our top picks to see in the dark
By Russ Swan last updated
Buying Guide The best night vision binoculars allow you to spot nocturnal wildlife or enjoy views of the night sky. They may even help you spot the elusive 'blaze star' this fall.
Best binoculars 2024: Top picks for stargazing, wildlife, birding and more
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide We've picked the best binoculars for stargazing, comet viewing and nature watching. Black Friday and Cyber Monday will bring price reductions, so do your research here to prepare.
Camera deals 2024: real deals we recommend you look at if you're in the market for a new camera
By Ian Evenden last updated
Deals Snap up a huge discount as we've rounded up the best camera deals on the market: Save on your next camera ahead of the holidays.
Best telescopes for kids 2024: Top picks for young budding skywatchers
By Gemma Lavender last updated
Buying Guide The best telescopes for kids are accessible for beginners and easy to use. They make great Christmas gifts too, and you could get a great deal on Black Friday.
Best telescopes 2024: Observe stars, galaxies, nebulas, planets and more this winter
By Gemma Lavender last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best telescopes for a range of different purposes and budgets — beginner to smart telescopes and everything in between. Keep your eyes peeled for Black Friday weekend deals.
Best smart telescopes in 2024: Observe the cosmos at the press of a button
By Kimberley Lane last updated
Buying Guide Get the the best smart telescopes for less thanks to early Black Friday deals from the likes of Celestron and Skywatcher.
Telescope deals 2024: save hundreds this holiday season
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Deals We've scoped out the best telescope deals available this year featuring top models from reputable retailers.
The last Cyber Monday 2024 deals you can buy: Telescope deals, binocular discounts, camera deals after Black Friday week
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Deals We've scoured the net for the best Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals on space-related gear, from telescopes to cameras and more.
Only hours left: I photographed with this Nikon camera for years and recommend this $800 discount for Cyber Monday
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Deals Huge $800 off this Cyber Monday, running through Black Friday week: Nikon D850, the best DSLR in the world and our pick as the best DSLR for astrophotography now almost 27% cheaper in this camera deal.
Call me crazy but I'd fall for this Cyber Monday star projector deal, even if it's fake
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Deals Still live! We gave this star projector five stars in our glowing review and it's currently on offer for Cyber Monday, except it's not a genuine deal, but I'd buy it anyway.
7 hours to go! Lowest price Nikon binoculars are FINALLY cheaper on Cyber Monday
By Jase Parnell-Brookes published
Deals Cyber Monday deals are nearly over but you can still save on these powerful Nikon Porro prism binoculars binoculars at Amazon.
There's not long left to grab this Holy Stone HS900 bundle for less than $400.
By Tantse Walter last updated
Deals The HS900 is the best Holy Stone drone on the market. The flight performance is great and the camera is impressive. Save $200 this Cyber Monday.
The best camera deals we've spotted so far: Cyber Monday 2024
By Alexander Cox last updated
Deals Here's our roundup of the biggest savings and discounts on cameras as we approach Cyber Monday 2024.
Hurry! Cult classic camera — one of Sony's best cameras now lowest price for Black Friday
By Tantse Walter last updated
Deals Still available: It may be six years old but this fan-favorite Sony mirrorless is now $860 cheaper at Walmart from Black Friday through Cyber Monday — a huge 43% discount!
Best budget telescopes under $500 2024: skywatching made more accessible
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Deals We've rounded up the best budget telescopes under $500 so you can observe celestial objects whatever your budget. Right now, you can grab a Black Friday deal to save on your telescope.
Best star projectors 2024: From night lights to home planetariums, now cheaper for Black Friday
By Jamie Carter last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best star projectors to enjoy a night sky experience from the comfort of your couch. They are often reduced on October Amazon Prime Day so check for deals over the next few days.
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