Any suggestions for a high powered telescope that is t-ring compatible (for DSLR) AND is tough and light enough for backpacking and camping? I'm thinking 40 lbs max. [more inside]
posted by snsranch on Nov 23, 2009 - 8 answers

Does anyone have any suggestions for books about photomicroscopy or astrophotography as art? In particular I am looking for books that deal with these subjects in relation to traditional art practices like painting and photography. [more inside]
posted by coevals on Apr 12, 2008 - 4 answers

Where are some good (relatively) dark-sky places I can go in New Jersey for some stargazing/astrophotography? [more inside]
posted by Godbert on Jan 3, 2008 - 9 answers

Amateur astronomers and their crazily expensive telescopes. I remember reading about them at, I think, Wired's website, but I can't find the article. It wasn't a normal article, but more of a gallery with photos of the astronomers and theirs telescopes, including samples of their work. Please help me find it! [more inside]
posted by CKZ on Nov 14, 2007 - 5 answers