Latest articles by Harry Bennett
Best solar telescopes 2026: Safely observe sun spots and solar eclipses
The best solar telescopes suitable for the next solar eclipse.
Best telescopes for deep space 2026: 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.
Get a huge 25% off these Canon image-stabilized binoculars — one of our favorites for stargazing under the new moon
Deals The Canon 12x36 IS III binoculars are a great pair of image-stabilized optics that allow for shake-free observation of stars, nebulas and star clusters. They are now only $656 from Amazon.
Best lenses for astrophotography 2026: the best glass you can get from Sony, Canon and Sigma
Buying Guide We have rounded up the best lenses for astrophotography so you can capture detailed night sky shots with crystal clear stars.
The best cameras for photo and video 2026: the top models for astrophotography and everyday shooting
Buying Guide The best cameras for photo and video, handpicked and approved by our experts.
Best monoculars in 2026 — lighter, smaller and cheaper than binoculars
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.
Best night vision binoculars 2026: See in the dark and get a better look at the night sky
Buying Guide The best night vision binoculars range from basic infrared models to quality binoculars that will last a lifetime.
The best binoculars in 2026 — models for stargazing, wildlife and general use
Buying Guide We have fully tested and ranked the best binoculars for stargazing and spotting galaxies.
Best telescopes for seeing planets in 2026
Buying Guide The best telescopes for seeing planets can help you spot Jupiter, Saturn, Mars and Mercury.
Best smart telescopes 2026: Observe stars, galaxies and nebulas with ease
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 telescopes for kids 2026: The best child-friendly scopes you can buy
Buying Guide The best telescopes for kids will wow young stargazers and help ignite a lifelong passion for astronomy.
The best telescopes for beginners 2026: The best for budding new astronomers
Buying Guide Ready to start your astronomy journey?
Best telescopes 2026: Observe stars, galaxies and nebulas
Buying Guide These are the best telescopes for stargazing and astronomy with top models from Unistellar, Celestron and ZWO.
Are image-stabilized binoculars good for stargazing?
We've tested many image-stabilized binoculars — here's our expert verdict on whether you should bite the bullet and buy a pair or go with regular binoculars for stargazing.
Fujifilm GFX 100S II review
Review This lightweight medium-format powerhouse is one of the most powerful cameras you can get, but how does it work for astrophotography?
These Canon 18x50 image-stabilized binoculars are my top choice for up-close stargazing — even cheaper than Black Friday
Deals 30% savings on the Canon 18x50 IS UD all-weather binoculars are great for stable stargazing at a high magnification. They are at their cheapest price ahead of the Christmas holidays in this deal from Amazon, for only $11.
Last-chance Cyber Monday deals 2025 still available: telescopes, binoculars, cameras, Lego, streaming, drones and more
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.
My hand-picked Black Friday deals on image-stabilized binoculars are still active for Cyber Monday.
Deals Black Friday deals are seeing prices slashed across image-stabilized binoculars and they have lasted into Cyber Monday. This selection is perfect for detailed stargazing and steady wildlife observation.
Pocket the Occer 12x25 compact binoculars for under $20 this Cyber Monday!
Deals Our best compact binoculars for travel, the Occer 12x25 compact binoculars, are half price in this scorching Cyber Monday deal from Amazon. They are small enough to take anywhere and offer a huge 12x magnification.
I've handpicked these camera and lens deals — save some serious cash this Black Friday weekend
Deals As we move into Cyber Monday I have spotted a range of high-end cameras and lenses on offer from top brands like Sony, Nikon and Sigma. Save hundreds on your next gear purchase.
Highest powered astronomy binoculars we have tested — now $140 cheaper this Black Friday weekend
Deals The Celestron Skymaster 25x100 is dirt cheap ahead of Cyber Monday and is our best binoculars for magnification, perfect for gazing at galaxies.
No other DSLR comes close to the Nikon D850 — save a massive $600 on our best DSLR for astrophotography for Black Friday weekend
Deals I think this is the best DSLR ever made. The Nikon D850 is now $600 off on BH Photo and Video this Black Friday weekend. Watch out though, it could end in the next few days.
These are the best affordable binoculars I use for stargazing and now they're only $212 this Black Friday
Deals Our best binoculars for affordable stargazing, the Celestron Nature DX 12x56, are $78 cheaper in this Black Friday deal from Amazon.
