DWARF Mini Smart Telescope Review: Real Results! AstroBackyard 2026-09-24 | DWARF Mini Smart Telescope Review: Real Results!
Why Everyone Keeps Sending Their Telescope Here AstroBackyard 2024-10-11 | Build Your Setup: bit.ly/3BKbRhhI went to Starfront Obsevatories in Texas to see if it was worth all the hype. It's a Bortle 1 dark-sky site with over 200 clear nights a year.You send them your astrophotography setup, and they install it on a pier for you to control remotely from home. The price depends on how big your telescope system is. Even though I am not a remote imager myself, I can see why many others are jumping in. You can compare Starfront to the other remote observatories in our detailed guide: astrobackyard.com/remote-observatoriesIMAGE PROCESSING:Image Processing Guide: bit.ly/theastroguideFOLLOW ME:Patreon: patreon.com/realastrobackyard Instagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAffiliate Links:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
The Askar SQA55: Right in the Sweet Spot AstroBackyard 2024-09-24 | The Askar SQA55 (Super Quintuplet Astrograph): bit.ly/4egVfvzASKAR SQA55 SPECS:Aperture: 55mmFocal Length: 264mmFocal Ratio: f/4.8 to f/22Optics: Quintuplet Petzval APOImage Circle: 44mmAperture Blades: 14 piecesFocus: ManualFilter Diameter: 67mmTotal Weight: 4.6 lbsABOUT THE IMAGE:My Final Image includes 60 x 180 seconds (3 hours total) Image Processing Guide: bit.ly/theastroguideFOLLOW ME:Patreon: patreon.com/realastrobackyard Instagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAffiliate Links:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
I Took 300 Pictures of the Andromeda Galaxy! #galaxy AstroBackyard 2024-09-10 | The Andromeda Galaxy through a camera lens!
Sky-Watcher Wave 150i Strain Wave Mount REVIEW 🔭 AstroBackyard 2024-08-28 | The Sky-Watcher Strain Wave 150i I've been testing this mount non-stop for about two weeks. With successful nights of deep-sky astrophotography under my belt - it feels like the Wave 150i is a winner.I hope you enjoyed the reveal (and that it wasn't too intense) - I've been sitting in this chair too long and need sleep. I think it comes out next month - and you can order it from Agena: bit.ly/4b1WEoA FEATURES:• EQ and AZ modes• Wi-Fi / Bluetooth• USB-B for PC control• Red LED latitude scale and bubble level• fast slewing (10°/second)• Internal homing sensors on both axes• Compatible with SynScan hand controllerCarbon fiber tripod, pier extension, and counterweight kit availableSPECS:• Transmission Mode: Stepper motor + belt drive and harmonic reducer• Total Transmission: Ratio 300:1• Latitude Range: Continuously adjustable from 0° to 90°• Maximum Slew Rate 2400x (10°/sec)• Payload Capacity Without Counterweight: 15kg (33 lbs)• Payload Capacity With Counterweight: 25kg (55 lbs)• Power Requirements: DC12V• Tracking Rates: Sidereal, solar, lunar• Saddle Type: Single Hybrid Vixen/Losmandy• Weight: 5.8kg (12.8 lbs)• Mounting bolt to tripod: 3/8-16IMAGE PROCESSING:Image Processing Guide: bit.ly/theastroguideFOLLOW ME:Patreon: patreon.com/realastrobackyard Instagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAffiliate Links:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
80% of Astrophotography Basics in 20 Minutes! AstroBackyard 2024-08-16 | BUILD YOUR ASTRO-RIG!I've personally used all of this stuff to take great images:OPTION 1 (Beginner)Camera: amzn.to/3SR79UETelescope: bit.ly/3M6fiAKMount: amzn.to/4dK16K8Filter: bit.ly/4ae0j1nOPTION 2 (Intermediate)Camera: bit.ly/3J11fLPTelescope: bit.ly/46MSBLBMount: bit.ly/3WNMemzFilter: bit.ly/4ae0j1nGuide Scope: bit.ly/3oHYmZuGuide Camera: bit.ly/45WkWy7Controller: bit.ly/45WkWy7OPTION 3 (Advanced)Camera: bit.ly/3Nd2FVVTelescope: bit.ly/3qw5NmJMount: bit.ly/42nHvbRFilters: bit.ly/3XhwhVLFilter Wheel: bit.ly/3N0tZFvGuide Scope: bit.ly/3oHYmZuGuide Camera: bit.ly/45WkWy7Controller: bit.ly/45WkWy7IMAGE PROCESSING:Image Processing Guide: bit.ly/theastroguideFOLLOW ME:Patreon: patreon.com/realastrobackyard Instagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAffiliate Links:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
Why The Milky Way Looks Better in Australia... AstroBackyard 2024-07-27 | The Milky Way in the Southern Hemisphere is a sight to behold. Not only does it contain constellations, nebulae, and stars not found in the northern hemisphere sky, but it also showcases the bright galactic center of the Milky Way overhead. Equipment Used:Camera: amzn.to/3Wtt1rt (modified)Milky Way Lens: amzn.to/4d4g0tDDeep-Sky Lens: bit.ly/46pr1UfTracker: bit.ly/3xNnEcIAs an astrophotographer living in the Northern Hemisphere, I’ve always wanted to see and photograph it for myself. Thanks to an invite to speak at the ‘Star Stuff III’ event in Byron Bay, Australia, I finally got my chance.Follow Me:Discord/Patreon: patreon.com/realastrobackyardInstagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardX: https://x.com/AstroBackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAffiliate Links:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
Full Moon Rising (Telescope View) 🔭 #fullmoon #night AstroBackyard 2024-07-20 | Full Moon Rising in the Evening Sky 🙌
I Took a Picture of a Galaxy in 1 HOUR! AstroBackyard 2024-06-28 | The ONE HOUR Astrophotography Challenge :)Telescope: bit.ly/3WyymxUCamera: bit.ly/3RCdnHmComa Corrector: bit.ly/3UBZKsgFilter: bit.ly/4ae0j1nMount: bit.ly/43m00yTFilm Gear:Camera: amzn.to/3uQsGz6Lens: amzn.to/2Oicd60Microphone: amzn.to/2MIRbgqJoin the AstroBackyard Discord (Patreon): patreon.com/realastrobackyardMusic: bit.ly/3Wur6DoFollow Me:Instagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAffiliate Links:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
Take Us With You for a Night of Astrophotography AstroBackyard 2024-06-15 | I used my camera and telescope to photograph the Rho Ophiuchi Cloud Complex. Despite some early setbacks, I managed to capture a decent image of this incredible deep-sky object!EQUIPMENT USED:Camera: bit.ly/45uK7r8Telescope: bit.ly/42MwumjMount: bit.ly/44E7LAaIMAGE PROCESSING GUIDE:bit.ly/astrophotography-guideJOIN MY PATREON FOR:· The AstroBackyard Discord · Image Data to Practice On· Exclusive Live Streams· Behind-the-Scenes Footagepatreon.com/realastrobackyardThe final image includes 35 x 3-minute exposures using a one-shot-color camera without a filter!Affiliate Links: Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
Could the ZWO ASI585MC Pro Replace Your DSLR? AstroBackyard 2024-05-31 | The ZWO ASI585MC Pro has arrived, the most affordable cooled astronomy camera in ZWO's lineup. See what it's like to use this camera for deep-sky astrophotography and my first-light results!EQUIPMENT USED:Camera: bit.ly/4axYj4dTelescope: bit.ly/3t9s9fvFilter: bit.ly/3EnvQ3tMount: bit.ly/4aP85jGCamera Control: bit.ly/45pQxbgPier: bit.ly/starfieldpierJoin the AstroBackyard Discord (Patreon): patreon.com/realastrobackyardYOUTUBE FILMING GEAR:Camera: amzn.to/3uQsGz6Lens: amzn.to/2Oicd60Microphone: amzn.to/2MIRbgqMusic: bit.ly/3Wur6DoFOLLOW ME:Instagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAffiliate Links:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
Astrophotography Tutorial: Image Stacking in DeepSkyStacker AstroBackyard 2024-05-21 | If you've captured some images with your color camera - like a DSLR, and want to harness the power of image stacking for a better image, this video should help.Deep Sky Stacker - or DSS, is a free Windows-based software that has stood the test of time and continues to be a great option for astrophotographers.RESOURCES:Practice Data: astrobackyard.com/dss-practice-filesProcessing Guide: bit.ly/astro-processingPatreon: patreon.com/realastrobackyardFOLLOW ME:Instagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyard
Using a REFLECTOR TELESCOPE for Galaxy Photography! AstroBackyard 2024-05-10 | My latest galaxy photography using a Newtonian Reflector telescope!Join the AstroBackyard Discord (Patreon): patreon.com/realastrobackyardTelescope: bit.ly/3WyymxUCamera: bit.ly/3RCdnHmComa Corrector: bit.ly/3UBZKsgFilter: bit.ly/4ae0j1nMount: bit.ly/43m00yTFilm Gear:Camera: amzn.to/3uQsGz6Lens: amzn.to/2Oicd60Microphone: amzn.to/2MIRbgqMusic: bit.ly/3Wur6DoFollow Me:Instagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAffiliate Links:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
The Strain Wave Telescope Mount REVOLUTION! AstroBackyard 2024-05-03 | FULL POST: astrobackyard.com/strain-wave-mountsWhile it’s clear that the vast majority of the amateur astrophotography community has welcomed the ZWO AM5 with open arms, it is not the only strain wave or harmonic drive equatorial telescope mount on the market. STRAIN WAVE MOUNTS:ZWO AM3: bit.ly/44E7LAaZWO AM5: bit.ly/4aP85jGiOptron HAE29: bit.ly/3UIpX9XiOptron HAE43: bit.ly/3wkceg9Sky-Watcher Wave 100i: bit.ly/4aaJCnfSky-Watcher Wave 150i: bit.ly/4b1WEoAPegasus Astro NYX-101: bit.ly/3xX9G84IMAGE PROCESSING GUIDE: bit.ly/astro-processingGear Used to Make This Video:Camera: amzn.to/3uQsGz6Lens: amzn.to/2Oicd60Microphone: amzn.to/2MIRbgqMusic:I use Epidemic Sound for the music in my videos. Use this link to help support my channel: epidemicsound.com/referral/ieqv89Follow Me:Instagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAffiliate Links:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
Total Solar Eclipse #solareclipse #nature AstroBackyard 2024-04-12 | Total Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024.
What its Like to See a Total Solar Eclipse AstroBackyard 2024-04-11 | Total Solar Eclipse 2024We traveled east along the path of totality to watch a total solar eclipse. The experience left a lasting memory, and I know this won't be our last!I used a small telescope (RedCat 61) and my Canon EOS Ra to take a video of the entire eclipse, and Ash used her Canon EOS R with a telephoto lens (Canon EF 400mm F/5.6) to capture photos.Thank you for watching!
Lets Photograph the BLACK EYE GALAXY! AstroBackyard 2024-04-02 | In this video, I photograph the 'Black Eye Galaxy' from my backyard using a camera and telescope! My Camera: bit.ly/45uK7r8My Telescope: bit.ly/47aNh3lMy OTHER Telescope: bit.ly/3OD9gdoIMAGE PROCESSING GUIDE: bit.ly/astro-processingGear Used to Make This Video:Camera: amzn.to/3uQsGz6Lens: amzn.to/2Oicd60Microphone: amzn.to/2MIRbgqMusic:I use Epidemic Sound for the music in my videos. Use this link to help support my channel: epidemicsound.com/referral/ieqv89Follow Me:Instagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAffiliate Links:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
Astrophotography from the CITY vs. DARK SKY AstroBackyard 2024-03-08 | How much of a difference do dark skies make for astrophotography?EQUIPMENT USED:Camera: bit.ly/3QLmqoaTelescope: bit.ly/42MwumjMount: bit.ly/44T1uRjCamera Control: bit.ly/45pQxbgIMAGE PROCESSING GUIDE:sellfy.com/p/0zsyyqYOUTUBE VIDEO GEAR:Camera: amzn.to/3uQsGz6Lens: amzn.to/3hViIaNMicrophone: amzn.to/2MIRbgqAffiliate Links: Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
How To Photograph the Solar Eclipse! AstroBackyard 2024-03-01 | On Monday, April 8th, 2024, there will be a total solar eclipse in the daytime sky. You will need to be in the path of totality to see and photograph the eclipse - using a certified solar filter!A total solar eclipse is the ultimate celestial event. For a brief period, the moon will pass directly in front of the sun, covering it completely. For a lot of people, this is a life-changing moment. It helps you feel the reality of our Earth's place within the solar system like never before. Eclipse Giveaway: bit.ly/3Tjmo9qSolar Filter Used: bit.ly/3uY6pUQSolar Astronomy Gear: bit.ly/3Ti9A31RESOURCES:Alan Dyer's Book: bit.ly/3TkfBfUMr. Eclipse Website: bit.ly/49zrfZUAstroBackyard: bit.ly/3wCptZsPlease note: The Giveaway is open to residents of the US & Canada and ends on March 15th at 11:59pm PT. FOLLOW ME:Website: astrobackyard.comInstagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAFFILIATE LINKS:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
The Winter Star Party Lives up to the Hype! AstroBackyard 2024-02-23 | Join us for our first-ever Winter Star Party in the Florida Keys. The deep-sky objects in Orion are nice, but nothing topped seeing Eta Carina over the ocean.TREVOR'S SETUP:Camera: bit.ly/3CpwJHOTelescope: bit.ly/42KlNADMount: bit.ly/42CnQVYASHLEYS SETUP:Camera: bit.ly/3qqZWzjTelescope: bit.ly/42MwumjMount: bit.ly/44E7LAaIMAGE PROCESSING GUIDE:sellfy.com/p/0zsyyqTOOLS USED:• PixInsight• Adobe Photoshop• RC Astro BlurXTerminator• RC Astro NoiseXTterminator• RC Astro StarXTerminatorAffiliate Links: Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
The Askar 185 APO is a BUDGET MONSTER AstroBackyard 2024-02-06 | PRE-ORDER: bit.ly/483YLpvIn this video, I rig up the giant Askar 185 APO for astrophotography - and bring you along for the ride.ASKAR 185 APO SPECS:• Aperture: 185mm• Focal Length: 1295mm• Focal Ratio: F/7 • Optical Design: Triplet Air-Spaced APO• Weight: 40 lbs (with dovetail)• Focuser: Dual Speed, Lock, RotatorYOUTUBE GEAR:Camera: amzn.to/3uQsGz6Wide-Angle Zoom Lens: amzn.to/3hViIaNLow-Light Lens: amzn.to/42OI4fuMicrophone: amzn.to/2MIRbgqFOLLOW ME:Instagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAFFILIATE LINKS:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
Lets Photograph the Rosette Nebula! AstroBackyard 2024-01-22 | Processing Guide (Updated): bit.ly/astro-processingIn this video, I take you along as I photograph the beautiful Rosette Nebula in the constellation Monoceros. This winter has been COLD and CLOUDY, and getting outside for a night of deep-sky astrophotography has been tough!TELESCOPE GEAR:Camera: bit.ly/45uK7r8Telescope: bit.ly/3NAEjoaMount: bit.ly/437Q7E8Camera Contol: bit.ly/45pQxbgYOUTUBE GEAR:Camera: amzn.to/3uQsGz6Wide-Angle Zoom Lens: amzn.to/3hViIaNLow-Light Lens: amzn.to/42OI4fuMicrophone: amzn.to/2MIRbgqFOLLOW ME:Instagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAFFILIATE LINKS:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
Deep Sky Photography with a DSLR ✨ AstroBackyard 2023-12-29 | The Orion Nebula using a DSLR camera and a Camera Lens ✨
I Took A Picture of the ORION NEBULA AstroBackyard 2023-12-22 | How I Took a Picture of the Orion Nebula!Camera (STOCK): amzn.to/3tzkV4ICamera Lens: amzn.to/3RxrdKoLight Pollution Filter: bit.ly/47c6nFWPortable Star Tracker: bit.ly/3XF6wigWith only a few hours of clear sky time, I set up my camera and star tracker to photograph the Orion Nebula under a first quarter moon. The final image includes 90 x 60 seconds (1 hour, 30 minutes) of total exposure time from my Bortle 6 backyard!I hope this video inspires you to get started in astrophotography and explore the wonders of the night sky with me!AFFILIATE LINKS:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
The Seestar S50 Makes Astrophotography Easy AstroBackyard 2023-12-08 | Seestar S50: bit.ly/47nvHd7Full Review: bit.ly/47UoUHZThis is the SeeStar S50. The portable smart telescope that can do it all. It finds, it tracks, it captures, it stacks, and guess what, the pictures it takes are actually pretty good.Thank you to Agena Astro for sending me a production model S50 for testing and review. YOUTUBE GEAR:Camera: amzn.to/3uQsGz6Wide-Angle Zoom Lens: amzn.to/3hViIaNLow-Light Lens: amzn.to/42OI4fuMicrophone: amzn.to/2MIRbgqFOLLOW ME:Instagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAFFILIATE LINKS:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
Seestar S50 Smart Telescope ✨#seestar #telescope AstroBackyard 2023-12-01 | Using the Seestar S50 smart telescope for the first time!I captured the moon and the Orion Nebula in about 6 minutes. This thing is going to be VERY popular. I'm looking forward to trying it on the Sun next!Thank you to Agena Astro for lending me one to test: bit.ly/47nvHd7
Orion the Hunter #nightsky #stargazing #orion #telescope AstroBackyard 2023-11-27 | In the northern hemisphere, Orion means the return of colder weather. The striking figure of Orion the hunter traveling across the night sky is most prominent during the winter months. More Info: astrobackyard.com/orion-constellation
A Nebula in Someone Elses Night Sky ✨ #astrophotography AstroBackyard 2023-11-25 | I recently photographed the Triangulum Galaxy with my telescope, using a new approach I have never tried before.Not only did it produce one of my favorite images I have ever captured, it revealed a completely new type of astrophotography to me: Intergalactic Nebula Photography!
I captured a nebula in another galaxy AstroBackyard 2023-11-24 | This nebula is not in the Milky Way Galaxy.I used my camera and telescope to photograph NGC 604 (and many other nebulae) in the Triangulum Galaxy. Full Post: astrobackyard.com/nebula-in-another-galaxyThe final image includes 6 hours of total exposure time taken with the ZWO ASI2600MM Pro camera. Thank you for watching, and clear skies!
Are My Astrophotography Images Even Good? AstroBackyard 2023-11-17 | Full Post: bit.ly/7astrotraits 1. Large, High-Resolution Image Size2. Creative Composition and Framing3. Lots of Overall Integration Time4. Excellent Star Quality and Size5. Overall Sharpness and Clarity6. Effective Saturation and Color Balance7. Depth and ContrastI encourage you to comment on this video with your ideas of what makes a great image, and if I have left anything important out. While I do have a lot of experience with deep-sky astrophotography, I have plenty of room to improve in terms of technique, and image processing.
I Took a Picture of JUPITER Through my Telescope! AstroBackyard 2023-10-28 | Taking a Picture of JUPITER Through my Telescope.Telescope Used: bit.ly/3VryPzWCamera Used (Newer Model): bit.ly/3RALqQ0I connect a camera to my Celestron Edge HD 11 telescope to take a close-up picture of the planet Jupiter from my backyard!Jupiter Opposition takes place on November 3, 2023. At this time, the Earth will be directly between the Sun and the Jupiter.The final image is a stack of the best 1000 frames of 4000 taken with the ZWO ASI462MC.Thank you for watching, and clear skies!Affiliate Links: Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
Trying to Photograph the VEIL NEBULA (w/ NEBULA PHOTOS) AstroBackyard 2023-10-20 | Thanks for being a good sport @NebulaPhotos (I put him up to it)ASTRO GEAR USED:Camera: bit.ly/43GI0j2Telescope: bit.ly/45zszZWMount: bit.ly/437Q7E8Computer: bit.ly/45pQxbgPower Cable: bit.ly/3ZLBLsNEQ6 Adapter: bit.ly/3rGm7m6Connect Mount: amzn.to/3tqwivxGuide Scope: bit.ly/46JQpTTGuide Camera: bit.ly/3OUNNNmHELPFUL RESOURCES:Processing Guide: bit.ly/astro-processingMy Equipment: bit.ly/3dOV0cBTelescope Guide: bit.ly/3HXz9jNYOUTUBE GEAR:Camera: amzn.to/3uQsGz6Wide-Angle Zoom Lens: amzn.to/3hViIaNLow-Light Lens: amzn.to/42OI4fuMicrophone: amzn.to/2MIRbgqFOLLOW ME:Instagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAFFILIATE LINKS:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
Deep-Sky Astrophotography HOW-TO (Step-by-Step) AstroBackyard 2023-10-07 | ASTRO GEAR USED:Camera: bit.ly/3pzehcSTelescope: bit.ly/3F8hMv2Mount: bit.ly/437Q7E8Filter: bit.ly/434pW12Computer: bit.ly/45pQxbgPower Cable: bit.ly/3ZLBLsNEQ6 Adapter: bit.ly/3rGm7m6Connect Mount: amzn.to/3tqwivxGuide Scope: bit.ly/46JQpTTGuide Camera: bit.ly/3OUNNNmField Flattener: bit.ly/45gqqSMHELPFUL RESOURCES:Complete Walkthrough: bit.ly/3tHf5OEProcessing Guide: bit.ly/astro-processingMy Equipment: bit.ly/3dOV0cBTelescope Guide: bit.ly/3HXz9jNYOUTUBE GEAR:Camera: amzn.to/3uQsGz6Wide-Angle Zoom Lens: amzn.to/3hViIaNLow-Light Lens: amzn.to/42OI4fuMicrophone: amzn.to/2MIRbgqFOLLOW ME:Instagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAFFILIATE LINKS:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
I Took a Picture of a WOLF-RAYET STAR! AstroBackyard 2023-09-26 | ASTRO GEAR USED:Camera: bit.ly/3ISZcsYTelescope: bit.ly/3t9s9fvMount: bit.ly/44T1uRjController: bit.ly/45pQxbgTri Pier: bit.ly/468IAqhHELPFUL RESOURCES:Processing Guide: bit.ly/astro-processingMy Equipment: bit.ly/3dOV0cBTelescope Guide: bit.ly/3HXz9jNYOUTUBE GEAR:Camera: amzn.to/3uQsGz6Wide-Angle Zoom Lens: amzn.to/3hViIaNLow-Light Lens: amzn.to/42OI4fuMicrophone: amzn.to/2MIRbgqFOLLOW ME:Instagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAFFILIATE LINKS:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
Lets Photograph the Lion Nebula! AstroBackyard 2023-09-13 | ASTRO GEAR USED:Camera: bit.ly/3ISZcsYTelescope: bit.ly/3R7gaccMount: bit.ly/44T1uRjController: bit.ly/45pQxbgTri Pier: bit.ly/468IAqhBIG DOB:bit.ly/3CKPoxWHELPFUL RESOURCES:Processing Guide: bit.ly/astro-processingMy Equipment: bit.ly/3dOV0cBTelescope Guide: bit.ly/3HXz9jNYOUTUBE GEAR:Camera: amzn.to/3uQsGz6Wide-Angle Zoom Lens: amzn.to/3hViIaNLow-Light Lens: amzn.to/42OI4fuMicrophone: amzn.to/2MIRbgqFOLLOW ME:Instagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAFFILIATE LINKS:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
Pictures of Space I Took #space #astrophotography AstroBackyard 2023-08-10 | These are the pictures of space I've taken this year so far! #shorts
$1K vs $10K Telescope AstroBackyard 2023-08-03 | Astrophotography Telescope comparison! These are VERY rough prices for the telescopes only (CDN). There's a lot more the astrophotography than the price of your gear. Subscribe to learn more!
$1,000 vs. $10,000 Telescope (Same Picture) AstroBackyard 2023-07-28 | We took pictures of the same deep-space object using 2 very different telescopes. These are the results (don't forget to vote!)HELPFUL RESOURCES:Processing Guide: bit.ly/astro-processingMy Equipment: bit.ly/3dOV0cBTelescope Guide: bit.ly/3HXz9jNYOUTUBE GEAR:Camera: amzn.to/3uQsGz6Wide-Angle Zoom Lens: amzn.to/3hViIaNLow-Light Lens: amzn.to/42OI4fuMicrophone: amzn.to/2MIRbgqFOLLOW ME:Instagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAFFILIATE LINKS:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
Astrophotography with a DOBSONIAN TELESCOPE! AstroBackyard 2023-07-07 | In this video, I capture Venus, Mars, the Moon, and even the Ring Nebula using a Dob!The Small Telescope: bit.ly/3XmBefNThe Big Telescope: bit.ly/3CKPoxWWhile the types of projects you can take on may be limited, there are still plenty of great reasons to use your Dobsonian telescope for astrophotography (even a manual, one!)HELPFUL RESOURCES:Processing Guide: bit.ly/astro-processingMy Equipment: bit.ly/3dOV0cBTelescope Guide: bit.ly/3HXz9jNYOUTUBE GEAR:Camera: amzn.to/3uQsGz6Wide-Angle Zoom Lens: amzn.to/3hViIaNLow-Light Lens: amzn.to/42OI4fuMicrophone: amzn.to/2MIRbgqFOLLOW ME:Instagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAFFILIATE LINKS:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
Its the BIGGEST telescope Ive ever used! AstroBackyard 2023-06-23 | In this video, I try out the Sky-Watcher FlexTube 350P GoTo Dob. This monster has a 14" aperture, officially making it the biggest telescope I have ever used!The Telescope: bit.ly/3CKPoxWHELPFUL RESOURCES:Processing Guide: bit.ly/astro-processingMy Equipment: bit.ly/3dOV0cBTelescope Guide: bit.ly/3HXz9jNYOUTUBE GEAR:Camera: amzn.to/3uQsGz6Wide-Angle Zoom Lens: amzn.to/3hViIaNLow-Light Lens: amzn.to/42OI4fuMicrophone: amzn.to/2MIRbgqFOLLOW ME:Instagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAFFILIATE LINKS:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
Look for THESE 3 Nebulae with Your Telescope #shorts AstroBackyard 2023-06-06 | The Swan Nebula, Eagle Nebula, and Trifid Nebula are some of the brightest and most beautiful nebulae in the night sky.#astronomy #space #nebula
William Optics REDCAT 61 (FIRST LOOK!) AstroBackyard 2023-06-02 | Order Here: bit.ly/3oRLLTjThe William Optics RedCat 61 WIFD has arrived! See my first impressions of this slick little refractor telescope, and why it's my favorite one yet!Full Review: astrobackyard.com/william-optics-redcat-61GEAR USED:Camera: bit.ly/3ISZcsYTelescope: bit.ly/3oRLLTjGuide Scope: bit.ly/3OY52NPGuide Camera: bit.ly/3OOSzvJFilter Wheel: bit.ly/3IT52e7Mount: bit.ly/3ODormgHELPFUL RESOURCES:Processing Guide: bit.ly/astro-processingGet Started: bit.ly/2Vcr0iDMy Equipment: bit.ly/3dOV0cBTelescope Guide: bit.ly/3HXz9jNYOUTUBE GEAR:Camera: amzn.to/3uQsGz6Wide-Angle Zoom Lens: amzn.to/3hViIaNLow-Light Lens: amzn.to/42OI4fuMicrophone: amzn.to/2MIRbgqFOLLOW ME:Instagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAFFILIATE LINKS:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
What Does a STAR Look Like Through A Telescope? #shorts AstroBackyard 2023-05-26 | This is what a star looks like up close through a telescope!If you like this one, we can go over planets, galaxies, and nebulae next. #shorts #telescope
I took a picture of the bright new SUPERNOVA! AstroBackyard 2023-05-24 | Photographing Supernova SN 2023ixfThe bright new supernova lies inside of the stunning spiral galaxy known as Messier 101, or, the Pinwheel Galaxy. I got lucky and captured this SN2023ixf soon after it appeared in the night sky near the big dipper. This new supernova is the closest to Earth in a decade, and it's visible in the night sky right now.MY EQUIPMENT:Camera: bit.ly/3CpwJHOTelescope: bit.ly/45KQ1VnMount: bit.ly/3MU8gQOController: bit.ly/45vAbxYYOUTUBE VIDEO GEAR:Camera: amzn.to/3uQsGz6Lens: amzn.to/3hViIaNMicrophone: amzn.to/2MIRbgqFOLLOW ME:Instagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAFFILIATE LINKS:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.#supernova #astronomy
Exploring The North America Nebula from my Backyard AstroBackyard 2023-05-11 | In this video, I photograph the North America Nebula, a stunning emission nebula in the constellation Cygnus. More specifically, I focus on the 'Cygnus Wall', a dense star-forming region inside the nebula.The shape of this nebula resembles the continent of North America, complete with a prominent Gulf of Mexico, which is where the Cygnus Wall lies.HELPFUL RESOURCES:About this Nebula: bit.ly/3BhrB7THow to Get Started: bit.ly/2Vcr0iDMy Astrophotography Gear: bit.ly/3dOV0cBAstrophotography Telescope Guide: bit.ly/3HXz9jNThat's a synthetic diffraction spike by the way. A PS plugin called 'StarSpikes Pro 4'. Oh, and I don't usually make Ash cut the grass with the push mower - my back is still kind of messed up. She's awesome.YOUTUBE GEAR:Camera: amzn.to/3uQsGz6Wide-Angle Zoom Lens: amzn.to/3hViIaNLow-Light Lens: amzn.to/42OI4fuMicrophone: amzn.to/2MIRbgqFOLLOW ME:Instagram: instagram.com/astrobackyardTwitter: twitter.com/astrobackyardFacebook: facebook.com/astrobackyardAFFILIATE LINKS:Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.
