Jase Parnell-Brookes is the Senior Manager for Commercial Content & Brand Partnerships at Space.com.
Previously, Jase was the Managing Editor for e-commerce on Live Science as well as Space and is an optics and camera specialist. Since 2010, Jase has been an editor and contributing expert across a wide range of publications focusing on photography.
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 being named Digital Photographer of the Year in 2014. After completing their Master's degree in 2011 and qualifying as a further education teacher in 2012, Jase has spent the last two decades studying and working in photography and publishing in multiple areas.
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 organ and piano, building computers, birdspotting, fixing cars and making his own furniture.
Latest articles by Jase Parnell-Brookes

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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.

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Deals Amazon's October Prime Day sales are officially over but you can still save big on telescopes, cameras, binoculars, Lego, drones, model rockets and more.

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Buying Guide The best smart telescopes make viewing the universe a breeze. Treat yourself to our top picks from Unistellar, Celestron, Vaonis and more.

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Buying Guide We have fully tested and ranked the best binoculars for stargazing and spotting galaxies, star clusters and planets. Models could drop in price this October Prime Day on Oct. 6.

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Buying Guide Smart binoculars are a new technology, but are they worth getting in on? We've rounded up the best.

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Buying Guide From stars and planets to galaxies and nebulas, the best telescopes will get you a great view of whatever you want to look at and with October Prime Day coming on Oct. 6, these models could get cheaper!

By Paul Brett Published
Deals Our best compact image-stabilized binoculars, the Nikon Stabilized 12x25 binoculars, just dropped to the lowest price we've seen since Black Friday. Now available for $626.95.

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Our picks of the best beginner drones are all easy to use but still offer excellent flying experiences with a good range of features, from brands including DJI and Potensic.

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These are the best drones on the market, with camera and flight performance that will impress even the most demanding pilots.

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Buying guide The best camera drones come in various designs, but they all share the best image-capture capabilities.

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Buying Guide Ready to start your astronomy journey?

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Buying Guide October will offer stunning views of bright Saturn, perfect for wowing young stargazers. We have the best child-friendly telescopes to enjoy this and other stunning sights.

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Buying Guide Want stunning views of Saturn's October opposition, when this gas giant is at its brightest? We've rounded up the best telescopes for seeing it and other planets.

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Buying Guide The best cameras for photo and video, handpicked and approved by our experts.

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Reference This guide will teach you the basics of how to photograph the solar eclipse with your smartphone, including techniques for making adjustments to your composition, exposure and focus.

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Reference Astrophotographer Josh Dury gives his best tips for photographing a solar eclipse.

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Buying Guide Looking for the best stargazing apps to learn about the night sky? We've rounded up our favorites right here.

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Buying Guide Here are the best star projectors to enjoy a night sky experience from the comfort of your couch. They are often reduced, so keep your eyes open.

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Buying Guide You don't have to be a secret agent to make the most of the best night vision binoculars. We've rounded up the best models, from basic to top-tier, and Prime Day could make them even better value.

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Buying Guide These are the best cameras for astrophotography we've tested — all boasting impressive low-light performance, noise handling and ability to shoot galaxies and stars. Get ready for savings on Amazon Prime Day, too.

By Kimberley Lane Last updated
The best solar binoculars let you get a closer view of the sun while keeping your eyes safe.

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Here are all the best binoculars deals on the market with something for everyone regardless of budget, needs and experience.

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Deals We've scoped out the best telescope deals available this year featuring top models from reputable retailers.

By Chris McMullen Published
Artemis 2 is the first crewed lunar mission in over 50 years, but the cameras onboard are surprisingly down-to-earth. Here's how to get your hands on the gear that has brought us so many stunning shots of space.
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