Backyard Allrounder

The first mount/telescope purchased. A 1000mm refractor in combination with various cameras has proven to be a very versatile instrument for both small deepsky objects such as galaxies and planetary nebulae, as well for medium sized emission nebulae and larger galaxies.

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Takahashi TOA-130 NFB
Telescope, In use
Takahashi TOA-130 NFB
Telescope, In use

The Takahashi TOA-130NFB is a high-end 1000mm f/7.7 refractor. It was the first telescope that was purchased when starting astrophotography as a hobby. It is a very versatile instrument both in the backyard and can even be taken to a local dark site if needed.

Telescope, In use
10Micron GM1000 HPS
Mount, In use
10Micron GM1000 HPS
Mount, In use

The 10Micron GM1000 HPS mount is a high end mount designed for unguided imaging with regular sized telescopes. It was the first mount purchased when starting the astrophotography hobby and has proven its value ever since.

Mount, In use
ZWO ASI533MM-Pro
Camera, In use
ZWO ASI533MM-Pro
Camera, In use

The ZWO ASI533MM-Pro is a small but modern 9MP square sensor and used as a successor to the ASI1600MM-Pro.

Camera, In use
ZWO ASI6200MM-Pro
Camera, In use
ZWO ASI6200MM-Pro
Camera, In use

The ZWO ASI 6200MM-Pro is a popular full-frame 61MP camera, based on the Sony IMX455 sensor.

Camera, In use
PegasusAstro Ultimate Powerbox V2
Power/Data, In use
PegasusAstro Ultimate Powerbox V2
Power/Data, In use

The PegasusAstro Ultimate PowerBox V2 is a handy device that supplies power and data to your setup. It helps keep cables organized and can be controlled with software.

Power/Data, In use
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