13 Best Cameras for Astrophotography

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#1
Winner

  • Portable nightscape tracking platform: Motorized portable tracking platform perfect for capturing incredible detail of the Milky Way, eclipses and other astronomical objects.
  • Wide-field astrophotography: The unique, modular design allows for integration with existing photographic tripods. Wide-field astrophotography as well as time-lapse video and telescopic use are all possible with the Star Adventurer 2i.
  • New features: The new, upgraded Star Adventurer 2i includes Wi-Fi, allowing for smartphone control using Sky-Watcher’s free SAM Console app.
  • Equarorial base: Deluxe Equatorial base helps position the Star Adventurer 2i at the perfect angle for polar alignment.

#2

  • THE BEST WAY TO GET STARTED WITH ASTROIMAGING: Capture amazing images of the Moon, Jupiter, Saturn, Mars, and more with this easy-to-use, plug-and-play planetary camera.
  • 10.7 MP COLOR IMAGING SENSOR: Enjoy sharp, detailed images thanks to the sensor’s ON Semiconductor technology which dramatically reduces image noise. Small pixels provide sub arc-second planetary detail with most telescopes
  • INCLUDES SOPHISTICATED CAMERA CONTROL AND STACKING SOFTWARE: View and capture live video on your computer, stack the sharpest frames for the best image, and manually adjust all the image settings.
  • MACHINED ALUMINUM 1.25” BARREL: This standard size barrel makes this camera compatible with most any telescope that accepts 1.25” eyepieces and also allows you to use your eyepiece filters with the camera.
  • ADVANCED FEATURES: Integrated IR-cut optical window, selectable region of interest sub-framing, 2×2 binning, progressive scan, integrated C-threads for direct connection to a telescope.
  • UNBEATABLE WARRANTY & SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from Celestron, a leading telescope brand in California since 1960. Your purchase includes a 2-Year US Warranty and unlimited support from our team of US-based experts.

#3

  • PORTABLE NIGHTSCAPE TRACKING PLATFORM: Motorized portable tracking platform perfect for capturing incredible detail of the Milky Way, eclipses and other astronomical objects
  • WIDE-FIELD ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY: The unique, modular design allows for integration with existing photographic tripods. Wide-field astrophotography as well as time-laps video and telescopic use are all possible with the Star Adventurer.
  • BUILT-IN ILLUMINATED POLAR FINDERSCOPE: The included illuminated polar finderscope allows for easy and accurate alignment with Polaris.
  • RUGGED BRASS AND ALUMINUM GEARS: Using rugged brass and aluminum gears provide smooth, motorized, night sky tracking for easy, portable nightscape and eclipse photography.
  • BUILT-IN AA BATTERY COMPARTMENT: The built-in AA battery compartment provides reliable mobile power for up to 72 hours, and an additional 5v mini-USB input allows for external power source using a cell phone charger or other device.
  • LIGHTWEIGHT AND PORTABLE: Weighing just 2.4 lbs, the Star Adventurer is lightweight and portable enough to pack in a camera bag or backpack for astrophotography on the go.
  • SUPPORTS MOST DSLR CAMERA: 11 pound payload capacity. Clutch-Slip

#4

  • UNLEASH THE POWER OF YOUR SMARTPHONE: Let your iPhone or Android phone take you on a guided tour of the night sky—no telescope experience required. Just follow the arrows to locate stars, planets & more
  • PATENTED STARSENSE SKY RECOGNITION TECHNOLOGY: This one-of-a-kind telescope uses patented, award-winning StarSense sky recognition technology and your smartphone to analyze star patterns overhead and calculate its position in real time.
  • STARSENSE EXPLORER APP: The app generates a list of the best objects to view based on your exact time & location. View planets, brighter nebulae, galaxies, and star clusters from the city PLUS fainter, deep sky objects from darker sites.
  • EASY TO SET UP AND USE: Manual altazimuth mount with smooth, dual-axis slow-motion controls makes it easy to follow the on-screen arrows to your desired target. When the bullseye turns green, it’s ready to view in the telescope’s eyepiece.
  • HIGH-QUALITY 130MM NEWTONIAN REFLECTOR: The 5″ primary mirror features highly reflective coatings and enough light gathering ability to view craters on the Moon, Jupiter, Saturn, Mars, and deep sky objects like the Orion Nebula, Andromeda Galaxy, and Pleiades Open Star Cluster.
  • UNBEATABLE WARRANTY & SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from Celestron, a leading telescope brand in California since 1960. Your purchase includes a 2-Year US Warranty and unlimited support from our team of US-based experts.

#5

  • EXPERTLY MATCHED GLASS: The EvoStar series features a matched doublet objective including one synthetic fluorite element, providing excellent color correction for visual and photographic uses.
  • OUTSTANDING COLOR CORRECTION: Using the finest quality glass and proprietary Metallic High-Transmission Coatings (MHTC), EvoStar refractors produce tack sharp images with accurate color and minimal aberrations.
  • PORTABLE TRAVEL SIZE: Using a compact design, this refractor is easy to transport and lightweight to support, making it the perfect travel companion.
  • EVOLVES WITH SKILL: No need to replace this telescope as your skill set evolves. Whether you’re a seasoned astrophotographer or a budding novice, EvoStar refractors are versatile enough to use as your primary optical tube as your skill set improves.
  • 10:1 DUAL-SPEED FOCUSER: No matter the eyepiece or camera, finding focus is a breeze with this 10:1 dual-speed Crayford-style focuser.
  • EVERYTHING YOU NEED: The EvoStar 72 comes complete with an aluminum case, tube rings, and a Vixen-style dovetail.

#6

  • PORTABLE NIGHTSCAPE TRACKING PLATFORM: Motorized portable nightscape tracking platform perfect for capturing incredible detail of the Milky Way, eclipses and other astronomical objects.
  • WIFI ENABLED SMARTPHONE CONTROL: Wife enabled allowing for smartphone control using Sky-Watcher Mini’s free SynScan app, compatible with Android and iOD devices.
  • ATTACH ANY BALL HEAD: Easily mount any ball-head using the included ball-head adapter.
  • WIDE-FIELD ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY: The unique, modular design allows for integration with existing photographic tripods. Wide-field astrophotography as well as time lapse video are all possible with the Star Adventurer Mini (Sam).
  • INCLUDED POLAR SCOPE: Included polar scope with illuminator allows for easy and accurate alignment with Polaris.
  • RUGGED BRASS AND ALUMINUM GEARS: Rugged brass and aluminum gears provide smooth, motorized, night sky tracking for easy, portable nightscape and eclipse photography.
  • BUILT-IN AA BATTERY COMPARTMENT: Built-in AA battery compartment provides reliable mobile power for up to 24 hours and an additional 5v mini-USB input allows for external power source using a cell phone charger or other device. LIGHTWEIGHT AND SUPER PORTABLE: Weighing just 1. 5 lbs., the star Adventurer Mini is lightweight and portable enough to pack in a camera bag or backpack for astrophotography on the go. SUPPORTS MOST DSLR AND MIRRORLESS CAMERAS: 6. 6 pound payload capacity.

#7

  • Wide angle lens for Canon APS C cameras (equivalent to 38 millimeter on a full frame camera)
  • Focal length & maximum aperture: 24 millimeter 1:2.8, maximum magnification of x0.27
  • Slimmest and lightest lens of the EF S series
  • Circular aperture (7 blades) delivers beautiful, soft backgrounds
  • Full time manual focus allows manual focus adjustment while in One Shot AF mode
  • Minimum focusing distance of 0.16 meters /0.5 feet
  • This product is compatible with all non full frame Canon EOS digital SLRs

#8

  • SPOT SHOT SCOPE CAMERA – Universal wireless Wi-Fi spotting scope camera by SME that performs live streaming HD video, is a perfect device for hunting, competition shooting, wildlife observation, birdwatching, and other outdoor occasions
  • UNIVERSAL DEVICE – The versatile spotting scope camera can be mounted to a wide range of spotting scopes, as long as the eyepiece diameter measures between 1.0 and 1.5 inches; It allows you to step away from the scope while still retaining information
  • POWERED CONVENIENCE – The included rechargeable LiPo battery with an estimated 1500mAh delivers 8-10 hours of non-stop work; Incorporating a micro USB charging port and power button with a low battery indicator, this camera does its job just right
  • COMPATIBLE WITH MOBILE DEVICES – This camera connects to the free SpotShot app, which is available on Google Play or Apple iOS app store, for easy and convenient wireless live HD streaming of your target videos via a Wi-Fi connection
  • ALL INCLUDED – Spot Shot Spotting Scope Camera comes with an included micro USB cable (power only), microfiber cloth, and black carry pouch; All these for reliable service, safe and convenient storage and transportation of your Spot Shot camera

#9

  • NEW FEATURES: The new, upgraded Star Adventurer 2i includes Wi-Fi, allowing for smartphone control using Sky-Watcher’s free SAM Console app.
  • PORTABLE NIGHTSCAPE TRACKING PLATFORM: Motorized portable tracking platform perfect for capturing incredible detail of the Milky Way, eclipses and other astronomical objects.
  • READY FOR PHOTOGRAPHY: Easily mount any photographic ball-head using the included ball-head adapter.
  • WIDE-FIELD ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY: The unique, modular design allows for integration with existing photographic tripods. Wide-field astrophotography as well as time-lapse video and telescopic use are all possible with the Star Adventurer 2i.
  • BUILT-IN ILLUMINATED POLAR FINDERSCOPE: The included illuminated polar finderscope allows for easy and accurate alignment with Polaris.
  • RUGGED BRASS AND ALUMINUM GEARS: Using rugged brass and aluminum gears provide smooth, motorized, night sky tracking for easy, portable nightscape and eclipse photography.
  • BUILT-IN AA BATTERY COMPARTMENT: The built-in AA battery compartment provides reliable mobile power for up to 72 hours, and an additional 5v mini-USB input allows for external power source using a cell phone charger or other device. LIGHTWEIGHT AND PORTABLE: Weighing just 2.4 lbs, the Star Adventurer 2i is lightweight and portable enough to pack in a camera bag or backpack for astrophotography on the go. SUPPORTS MOST DSLR CAMERAS: 11 pound payload capacity.

#10

  • High Quality Optics600mm(f/6.7) focal length and 90mm aperture, fully coated optics glass lens with high transmission coatings creates stunning images and protect your eyes.
  • High MagnificationCome with three replaceable eyepieces(24X, 60X,120X) and one 3x Barlow lens. 3x Barlow lens trebles the magnifying power of each eyepiece
  • Adjustable TripodThis telescope allows for many different viewing positions with a adjustable aluminum tripod. The height of aluminum tripod can be adjusted from about 31.5-inch to 49-inch
  • Easy to OperateNo tools are required for reflecting telescope even for the novice, quick and easy to focus
  • What You GetAZ90600 telescope with 3 eyepieces, our 12-month worry-free support and friendly customer service.

#11

  • Star Adventurer GTi full GoTo mount head
  • Counterweight bar
  • Built-in wifi
  • Built-in polar scope with illuminator

#12

  • PORTABLE NIGHTSCAPE TRACKING PLATFORM: Motorized portable tracking platform perfect for capturing incredible detail of the Milky Way, eclipses and other astronomical objects
  • WIDE-FIELD ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY: The unique, modular design allows for integration with existing photographic tripods. Wide-field astrophotography as well as time-laps video and telescopic use are all possible with the Star Adventurer.
  • BUILT-IN ILLUMINATED POLAR FINDERSCOPE: The included illuminated polar finderscope allows for easy and accurate alignment with Polaris.
  • RUGGED BRASS AND ALUMINUM GEARS: Using rugged brass and aluminum gears provide smooth, motorized, night sky tracking for easy, portable nightscape and eclipse photography.
  • BUILT-IN AA BATTERY COMPARTMENT: The built-in AA battery compartment provides reliable mobile power for up to 72 hours, and an additional 5v mini-USB input allows for external power source using a cell phone charger or other device.
  • LIGHTWEIGHT AND PORTABLE: Weighing just 2.4 lbs, the Star Adventurer is lightweight and portable enough to pack in a camera bag or backpack for astrophotography on the go.
  • SUPPORTS MOST DSLR CAMERA: 11 pound payload capacity. Clutch-Slip

#13

  • High Power Telephoto Lens – Achieve superior image quality with our 500mm/1000mm f/8 manual telephoto lens for Canon DSLR cameras. The high index, low dispersion multi-coated optical glass assures clear, sharp photos every time.
  • EF-Mount Compatibility – Compatible with EF-Mount, this 500mm lens secures to your DSLR with ease, maximizing camera-lens integration for superior picture quality. This feature ensures sharp, detailed shots every time.
  • Exceptional Magnification – The 2X Teleconverter doubles the lens power to a groundbreaking 1000mm. Whether you’re capturing elusive wildlife, distant landscapes, or celestial wonders, this lens brings your subjects closer than you ever thought possible.
  • Manual Precision – Fine-tune your shots with manual focus and aperture, giving you complete creative control over your images allowing unparalleled creative expression and versatility.
  • Durability- Built to withstand the rigors of outdoor shooting, the lens features a robust black finish and durable construction, making it a reliable companion for your photographic adventures.
  • Amazing Aperture Flexibility – With a range between F/8-32, this high power 500mm/1000mm f/8 manual telephoto lens for Canon refines depth field control, advancing the lenses’ focus. An ideal camera lens Canon EF telephoto lens addition.
  • Compatibility with Canon DSLR – Our telephoto lens is designed to fit a variety of Canon models including Canon Digital EOS Rebel T1i, T2i, T3, T3i, T4i, T5, T5i, T6, T6i, T6s, T7, T7i, T7s, T8i, SL1, SL2, SL3, EOS 60D, EOS 70D, EOS 77D, EOS 80D, EOS 90D, EOS 50D, EOS 40D, EOS 30D, EOS 5D, EOS1D, EOS5D III, EOS 5D IV, EOS 5Ds, EOS 6D, EOS 6D Mark II, EOS 7D, EOS 7D Mark II Digital SLR Cameras.