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The largest camera ever built arrives safely at its overseas observatory, ready to unlock the mysteries of the universe
News After two decades of work, the mighty 3,200-megapixel LSST Camera has finally arrived at its destination in Chile
Vaonis Vespera II review: an ideal smart telescope for astrophotography beginners and advanced amateurs alike
Review The Vaonis Vespera II’s upgraded features help make it a hugely enjoyable and rewarding smart telescope that works well even in light pollution
Bresser Biolux NV 20-1280x microscope review
Review The Bresser Biolux NV is an excellent and affordable entry-level microscope for the keen amateur or hobbyist.
Fujifilm Fujinon Techno-Stabi TS16x28WP binocular review: practical improvements for outdoor adventures
Review Does adding waterproofing to Fuji’s image-stabilized binoculars make for a practical as well as powerful observation tool?
NASA's ultralow-noise superconducting camera smashes pixel limit in search for Earth-like planets
News A team of researchers developed a superconducting camera that smashes pixel limit in hunt for exoplanets beyond our solar system
Swarovski Optik AX Visio 10x32 binoculars review: these great AI smarts don't come cheap
Review Optical specialist Swarovski calls this product the world’s first AI-supported binocular. But does that make it truly smart?
ZWO Seestar S50 review: bringing smart telescopes to the masses
Review A breakthrough product among would-be astrophotographers, the Seestar’s grab-and-go design is backed up by some intruiging images
Best budget telescopes in 2025: cost-effective ways to stargaze
Buying guide Whether you want to photograph the stars or just enjoy looking at them, these are the best budget telescopes
