
Kimberley Lane
Kimberley Lane, E-commerce writer for Live Science, has tested a wide range of optical equipment, reviewing camera gear from Sony, Canon, OM System and more. With over 6 years of photography experience, her skills span across landscape and seascape photography, wildlife, astrophotography and portrait work. Her photos have been featured in a number of national magazines, including Digital Camera World and Cosmopolitan. She has also contributed to our sister site Space.com and Tech Radar, and she regularly uses binoculars and telescopes to stargaze in the dark skies of South Wales.
Latest articles by Kimberley Lane

Missed Prime Day? These camera, telescope and binocular deals are still live — just in time for the Perseids and Sturgeon moon
By Kimberley Lane published
Deals We've rounded up the best camera deals from Sony, Nikon, Canon and more — save $$$'s on your next mirrorless or DSLR camera.

Going, going, gone! Final Prime Day discounts on the best astrophotography gear ahead of the Perseids and upcoming Sturgeon moon
By Kimberley Lane published
Deals From cameras to star trackers and power banks — don't miss these Prime Day deals on astrophotography must-haves.

Last chance! The Canon EOS R8 is still cheapest at Walmart — just in time for the Perseids and late summer wildlife
By Kimberley Lane published
Deals The Canon EOS R8 is one of our favorite cameras for astrophotography, and you can get it at Walmart for under $1,350 before Prime Day ends.

Prime Day ends tonight! Binocular deals you should know about to see the moon and wildlife like never before
By Kimberley Lane last updated
Deals We've rounded up the best binocular deals on the market to help you save money — with options for all budgets and experience levels.

Last chance! Prime Day ends tonight — these are the camera deals we'd buy before they're gone
By Kimberley Lane last updated
Deals We've rounded up the best camera deals from Sony, Nikon, Canon and more — save $$$'s on your next mirrorless or DSLR camera.

Don't miss your chance to get the best beginner telescope before Prime Day ends — just in time for Saturn's return to the evening sky
By Kimberley Lane published
Deals There's no guarantee this price won't increase once Prime Day is over, so if you want one of the best telescopes for beginners, you'd better act fast.

Don’t miss out! The best beginner Canon deals we’ve found this Prime Day — just in time for the Perseid meteor shower
By Kimberley Lane published
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
By Kimberley Lane published
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
By Kimberley Lane published
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
By Kimberley Lane published
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
By Kimberley Lane published
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
By Kimberley Lane published
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 2026: Start your stargazing journey
By Kimberley Lane published
Just getting started in astronomy? These beginner telescopes are ideal for finding your way around the skies as a newbie.

Best solar binoculars 2026: Safely observe the sun
By Kim Snaith last updated
Use the best solar binoculars to observe the sun while keeping your eyes safe.

Best microscopes for students 2026
By Morgan Bailee Boggess McCoy last updated
Discover a microscopic world with one of the best microscopes for students and young scientists, without emptying your wallet.

Best microscopes for kids 2026
By Morgan Bailee Boggess McCoy last updated
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 2026
By Tantse Walter last updated
Buying Guide Our pick of the best power banks and power stations to keep you energized away from home.

Best compact binoculars 2026: Pocket-friendly optics for the great outdoors
By Kimberley Lane last updated
We've rounded up the best compact binoculars, giving you great optics that fit in your pocket — perfect for viewing wildlife and gazing at the open sky.

Best beginner cameras 2026
By Kimberley Lane last updated
The best beginner cameras are ideal for newbies who are just starting the hobby.

8 of the best Memorial Day deals on telescopes, binoculars and cameras
By Kimberley Lane published
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
By Kimberley Lane published
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
By Kimberley Lane published
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
By Kimberley Lane published
These massive stargazing binoculars are hefty in both size and price, but is it worth splurging on the Extra Dispersion glass?
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