by skortier | Dec 14, 2019 | Equipment, Explore Scientific ED127
Here at Universal Observations, I like to cover the things I have had a difficult time finding or figuring out. In the video below I unbox a new Explore Scientific ED127 FCD-100 Carbon Fiber refractor telescope. I couldn’t find an unboxing video specifically on...
by skortier | Feb 24, 2019 | Equipment, iOptron SkyGuider Pro, Polar Viewfinder
Here at Universal Observations, I like to cover the things I have had a difficult time finding or figuring out. In the video below I show some details that you might want to know before you purchase an iOptron SkyGuider Pro. This is not a “review” video...
by skortier | Feb 24, 2019 | Equipment, William Optics Zenithstar 61
While expanding my horizons into the astrophotography hobby, I was researching several different telescopes I was interested in. Having decided to go with the William Optics Zenithstar 61, the research intensified. I wanted to know more about how it mounted. While...
by skortier | Jan 13, 2019 | Canon 6D, Equipment, iOptron SkyGuider Pro, Polar Viewfinder, William Optics Zenithstar 61
Having some mildly successful attempts at astrophotography with a DSLR and a camera lens (and the iOptron SkyGuider Pro), I decided I would make the investment and get the William Optics Zenithstar 61. Already having the iOptron SkyGuider Pro, the Zenithstar 61...
by skortier | Dec 20, 2018 | Equipment, Polar Viewfinder
There are few times when someone thinks of a good idea, then acts on it, then makes it available to others. Philippe Leca has done this! When using the iOptron SkyGuider Pro, I found it difficult to do accurate polar alignment, because when the camera is at the right...
by skortier | Dec 3, 2018 | Canon XTi, Equipment
Before I get into the iOptron SkyGuider Pro (SGP), I want to detour and talk about what prompted me to purchase a new camera. One of the pieces of equipment I thought I could get started with was my Canon xTi (400D). Sure it has the crop sensor, but I have seen some...
