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.
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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 skyDeals 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.
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Don’t miss out! The best beginner Canon deals we’ve found this Prime Day — just in time for the Perseid meteor showerDeals 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.
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Save up to $375 with these 10 stellar Prime Day telescope dealsDeals With options to suit beginners and seasoned astronomers, we've rounded up the 10 best telescope deals that are worth buying this Prime Day.
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This viral star projector just got a rare Prime Day discountDeals 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.
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We love these beginner astronomy binoculars — now $79 for Prime DayDeals These large 15x70 binoculars are ideal for starting your astronomy journey — our optics writer bought them last Prime Day and loves them.
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Celestron NexStar 8SE cheapest since January for Prime DayDeals 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.
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Save up to $200 on Celestron NexStar telescopes in these 4th of July deals ahead of Prime DayDeals Prime Day may only be next week, but these 4th of July deals bring early discounts to save you $$$'s on Celestron NexStar telescopes
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Best solar binoculars 2025: Safely observe the sunUse the best solar binoculars to observe the sun while keeping your eyes safe.
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Best microscopes for students 2025Discover a microscopic world with one of the best microscopes for students and young scientists, without emptying your wallet.
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Best microscopes for kids 2025Encourage children to love science by showing them the world in miniature with some of the best microscopes for kids.
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Best power banks and power stations 2025Buying Guide Our pick of the best power banks and power stations to keep you energized away from home.
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Best compact binoculars 2026: Pocket-friendly optics for the great outdoorsWe'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.
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8 of the best Memorial Day deals on telescopes, binoculars and camerasDeals 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
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Peak Design 25L Outdoor Backpack reviewThe Peak Design Outdoor Backpack has a lot of potential — it's insanely customizable and versatile, but for us, it wasn't a perfect fit.
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Peak Design 7L Outdoor Sling Bag: Ideal for outdoor adventuresOne 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?
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Celestron SkyMaster Pro ED 15x70 binocular reviewThese massive stargazing binoculars are hefty in both size and price, but is it worth splurging on the Extra Dispersion glass?
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Benro Rhino Carbon Fiber Series Two tripod reviewAn all-in-one tripod that boasts high-quality construction, versatility and reliability — you can't go wrong with the Benro Rhino.
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We love the Sony A7 III for noise-free astrophotography, and it's now $500 less at AmazonDeals 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.
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Sony A7R V review: A 61-megapixel giantReview 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?
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Celestron SkyMaster 15x70 binocular reviewProviding a closer look at the stars, galaxies and nebulas on a budget, these astronomy binoculars are a great first pair to start your stargazing journey.
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9 best things to see in the night sky with binocularsExplore the wonders of the night sky with our guide to the best celestial sights you can observe with binoculars between February and April 2025.
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Beginner's guide to astrophotographyLearn how to capture the night sky — tips on choosing the best camera and lens, plus advice on camera settings, choosing a good location and apps to help plan your shoot.
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Beginner's guide to wildlife photographyMaster the basics with this beginners guide to wildlife photography. Find the best cameras, learn how to find your subjects, and handle changes in lighting.
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Sony A7 IV reviewReview With rumblings of the next-generation model on the horizon, is the Sony A7 IV still worth buying?
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