Category Archives: Objects To Observe

Better Imaging Of Orion Nebula M42/43 With Canon 1000D

You may know by now, I have a new “toy”.  It’s a Canon 1000D dslr camera (also known as a Canon EOS Digital Rebel XS) and I got it as a Christmas present to myself! It produced a lovely astro … Continue reading →

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Skywatcher 80ED Refractor Telescope – First Impressions

My new telescope was delivered two days ago, so here are the first impressions. It’s a Skywatcher 80ED refractor from the Evostar Pro series. This means it has an 80mm diameter, high quality objective lens, made from fluorite glass. This … Continue reading →

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Favourite Constellation – Orion

One of my most favourite constellations to observe is the magnificent constellation Orion (The Hunter). In mythology, Orion is said to be a hunter. The shape of the stars in the sky can be interpreted as a man, with a … Continue reading →

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