Latest articles by Kimberley Lane
Don’t miss out! The best beginner Canon deals we’ve found this Prime Day — just in time for the Perseid meteor shower
Deals Now's your chance to save on Canon cameras, lenses and bundles for Prime Day — with beginner-friendly options for astrophotography, wildlife and macro photography.
Save up to $375 with these 10 stellar Prime Day telescope deals
Deals With options to suit beginners and seasoned astronomers, we've rounded up the 10 best telescope deals that are worth buying this Prime Day.
This viral star projector just got a rare Prime Day discount
Deals Our top-rated star projector, the Orzorz Galaxy Lite, is now $59 for Amazon Prime Day, and includes 5 projection discs to get you started.
We love these beginner astronomy binoculars — now $79 for Prime Day
Deals These large 15x70 binoculars are ideal for starting your astronomy journey — our optics writer bought them last Prime Day and loves them.
Celestron NexStar 8SE cheapest since January for Prime Day
Deals If you've been biding your time to invest in the world's most beloved telescope, the Celestron NexStar 8SE is now under $1,500 just in time for Prime Day.
Save up to $200 on Celestron NexStar telescopes in these 4th of July deals ahead of Prime Day
Deals Prime Day may only be next week, but these 4th of July deals bring early discounts to save you $$$'s on Celestron NexStar telescopes
Best beginner telescopes 2025: Start your stargazing journey
Just getting started in astronomy? Black Friday takes place on November 28, and these beginner telescopes are ideal for finding your way around the skies as a newbie.
Best solar binoculars 2025: Safely observe the sun
Use the best solar binoculars to observe the sun while keeping your eyes safe this summer. With Prime Day coming up, now's the time to grab a bargain.
Best microscopes for students 2025
Discover a microscopic world with one of the best microscopes for students and young scientists, without emptying your wallet.
Best microscopes for kids 2025
Encourage children to love science by showing them the world in miniature with some of the best microscopes for kids.
Best power banks and power stations 2025
Buying Guide Our pick of the best power banks and power stations to keep you energized away from home.
Best compact binoculars 2025: Pocket-friendly optics for the great outdoors
We've rounded up the best compact binoculars ahead of Black Friday, giving you great optics that fit in your pocket — perfect for viewing wildlife and gazing at the open sky.
Best telescopes for kids 2025: A stargazing introduction for budding astronomers
Our picks of the best telescopes for kids are easy to use, affordable, and a great way to introduce youngsters to the night sky ahead of Black Friday.
Best small telescopes 2025: Portable and lightweight
Our picks of the best small telescopes are all under 10kg, making them perfect for traveling to dark sky sites — check out the best models ahead of Black Friday.
Best beginner cameras 2025: Quality, cheap mirrorless models
The best beginner cameras are ideal for newbies who are just starting the hobby — we've rounded up the best models for all sorts of photographic styles ahead of Black Friday on November 28.
Best beginner cameras for astrophotography 2025
These cameras are ideal for beginner astrophotographers — and you might be able to snag a great deal during Black Friday on November 28.
8 of the best Memorial Day deals on telescopes, binoculars and cameras
Deals Memorial Day sales — the best deals on our favourite telescopes, binoculars and cameras to save you up to $675 at B&H Photo, Amazon and more in May 2025
Peak Design 25L Outdoor Backpack review
The Peak Design Outdoor Backpack has a lot of potential — it's insanely customizable and versatile, but for us, it wasn't a perfect fit.
Peak Design 7L Outdoor Sling Bag: Ideal for outdoor adventures
One of the most comfortable bags we've ever used. This sling bag from Peak Design's new range is lightweight, practical and perfect for outdoor types — but how suitable is it for photographers?
Celestron SkyMaster Pro ED 15x70 binocular review
These massive stargazing binoculars are hefty in both size and price, but is it worth splurging on the Extra Dispersion glass?
Benro Rhino Carbon Fiber Series Two tripod review
An all-in-one tripod that boasts high-quality construction, versatility and reliability — you can't go wrong with the Benro Rhino.
We love the Sony A7 III for noise-free astrophotography, and it's now $500 less at Amazon
Deals The Sony A7 III may be showing its age, but it's a fantastic camera for users who want to upgrade to full-frame, and it's now just $1,498 at Amazon.
Sony A7R V review: A 61-megapixel giant
Review This mirrorless camera is an absolute beast, with a massive 61MP resolution, AI-powered autofocus and 8K video shooting — but is the Sony A7R V still worth buying in 2025?
