Latest articles by Gemma Lavender
Best binoculars 2025: Survey the night sky, spot nebulas, galaxies and more
Buying Guide We've picked the best binoculars for stargazing, comet viewing and nature watching. Keep an eye out for deals and do your research here to prepare.
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 you can get your stargazers started with July's full moon.
Best telescopes for beginners 2025: Start your stargazing journey with the best beginner-friendly telescopes.
Buying Guide Ready to start your astronomy journey? We've rounded up the best telescopes, in time for June's new moon.
Best telescopes 2025: Bring the universe closer with the best telescopes for stars, planets, nebulas and more
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 deals, too.
Sky-Watcher telescope deals 2025: save big on one of the top telescope brands
DEALS We've found the best Sky-Watcher telescope deals for you.
Celestron telescope & binocular deals 2025
Deals We've scoped out all the best Celestron telescope and binoculars deals on the market and put them in this handy guide.
ZWO Seestar S30 all-in-one smart telescope review
Small but mighty, the ZWO Seestar S30 is an affordable, portable instrument that's great for observing and imaging deep-sky targets.
I'm a pro astronomer and have been skywatching for over 25 years. These are the best Cyber Monday telescope deals I've seen with just hours left
Deals I've tried and tested many telescopes over the years to ensure you're choosing the right kit for you. These top five Cyber Monday and Black Friday steals offer superb views of planets, galaxies, nebulas and stars.
My go-to telescope for high-definition views of the solar system is this Sky-Watcher refractor with nearly $500 off this Cyber Monday
Deals This Black Friday weekend, the Sky-Watcher EvoStar 120 APO Doublet Refractor is 20% off and is a must-buy if you are a seasoned skywatcher or looking for an upgrade on your current instrument.
What equipment do you need to see and photograph the planets
Reference Follow this guide on how to photograph and observe the neighboring worlds of our solar system.
How to view and photograph comets
Reference Comets are among the most exciting subjects to photograph in the night sky. Our handy guide will help you find them and capture the best images.
Binoculars Christmas gift guide 2025
Gift guide If you’re looking for the best binoculars to give as a last-minute gift this holiday season we've rounded up a fool-proof guide to the best models whether they’re a beginner or more advanced observer.
Telescopes Christmas gift guide 2025: Best for all budgets
Gift guide Searching for the best telescope to gift to the astronomer in your life this holiday season? Whether they’re a beginner or a seasoned astronomer, we have options for all budgets.
Nikon Aculon T02 8x21 binocular review
Review Stylish, small and lightweight, the compact Nikon Aculon T02 8x21 offers limited — yet pleasing — views of planets, the moon and star fields.
Olympus 8x25 WP II binocular review
Review The portable Olympus 8x25 WP II boasts an excellent optical system for clear views of the moon and bright targets with superb contrast.
Nikon Travelite EX 8x25 binoculars review
Review Though too small for serious skywatching, these compact binoculars provide pleasing night sky views for the casual stargazer.
Nikon Prostaff P7 8x42 binoculars review
Review The small, premium Nikon Prostaff P7 8x42 binoculars offer wide-field, high-definition views of the stars that will have you feeling like you are floating in space.
Celestron Inspire 80AZ telescope: Full review
Review The Celestron Inspire 80AZ proves to be a reliable starter instrument at a budget price that's furnished with a good selection of accessories
Celestron Astro Fi 130 telescope: Full review
Review Celestron's Astro Fi 130 combines good optics with the latest in telescope technology — but is it the right telescope for you?
Celestron NexStar 6SE telescope: Full review
Review The fuss-free Celestron NexStar 6SE is a high-quality telescope that offers clear and crisp views of a selection of solar system and deep-sky targets
Celestron FirstScope 76: Full review
The fuss-free Celestron FirstScope 76 is an easy telescope to use, but expectations should be tailored when looking through the eyepiece
Telescope deal: Get $150 off the Celestron PowerSeeker 80EQ at Walmart
Featuring everything you need to get started in skywatching, this high-quality instrument is over 45% off at Walmart.
Celestron PowerSeeker 80AZS telescope: Full review
If you have a low budget, the PowerSeeker 80AZS is an all-inclusive package for the casual skywatcher and offers clear views of bright solar system and deep-sky targets
