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Best cameras for low light photography in 2025
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide The best cameras for low light photography let you shoot effortlessly in dark conditions without boosting the ISO too high — check out our favorite models.

The moon will cover the Seven Sisters of the Pleiades this week. Here's how to see it
By Joe Rao published
On the night of Feb. 5, a waxing gibbous moon will once again cover up the "Seven Sisters" of the famous Pleiades star cluster.

Best travel tripods 2025: Lightweight and compact tripods
By Jacob Little last updated
Buying guide The best travel tripods are great for photographers who are often on the go. They balance lightness and portability with stability and quality.

Best Sony cameras in 2025
By Kimberley Lane last updated
We've rounded up the best Sony cameras for photos, videos, astrophotography and more, across a range of budgets.

Best compact binoculars 2025: Lightweight, travel-friendly models
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best compact binoculars, taking into account their build quality, visuals, and how compact they are.

How to see Venus snuggle up to a thin crescent moon tonight
By Joe Rao last updated
On Saturday evening, February 1, a lovely crescent moon passes just to the left of Venus, which is now shining at the pinnacle of its brilliance.

Night sky, February 2025: What you can see tonight [maps]
By Chris Vaughan last updated
Reference Find out what's up in your night sky during February 2025 and how to see it in this Space.com stargazing guide.

The brightest planets in February's night sky: How to see them (and when)
By Joe Rao last updated
Reference You'll be able to easily see four planets in the February evening sky, and with any luck you'll be able to raise that number to five during the final week of the month.
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