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space.com > stargazing > skywatching-kit > canon-powershot-v1-review

I captured the Andromeda galaxy with the Canon Powershot V1

1+ hour, 45+ min ago  (854+ words) f/2.8 aperture at widest focal length Launching in February 2025 as part of Canon's video-focused 'V series', alongside the Canon R50 V, the Canon Powershot V1 is a vlogging-focused hybrid compact camera with a built-in lens, 3x optical zoom and a 22.5MP sensor. It rivals…...

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space.com > stargazing > astrophotography > fujifilm-x-m5-review

Impressive astro, I think the Fujifilm X-M5 is great for beginners

1+ day, 2+ hour ago  (446+ words) Dial controls help beginners learn Lens choice crucial for good astro Grainy at high ISO sensitivities No Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) The Fujifilm X-M5 is the lightest and smallest camera in the X-series line-up, alongside the X-T5, X-T50 and X-H2. It was released in late…...

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space.com > technology > drones > the-best-cheap-drone-for-beginners-is-now-at-its-lowest-ever-price-on-amazon-save-34-percent

The best cheap beginner drone is now at its lowest-ever price

1+ day, 18+ hour ago  (304+ words) We rate the Potensic Atom SE as the best cheap drone for beginners thanks to its build quality and value for money. Now this bundle is at its lowest-ever price. If you're looking to get into flying drones on a…...

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space.com > stargazing > skywatching-kit > these-are-the-best-third-party-lenses-wed-recommend-for-astrophotography

Get more bang for your buck with the best third-party camera lenses

3+ day, 57+ min ago  (1487+ words) Should you buy a named-brand camera lens or go third-party? With Sigma, Viltrox and Rokinon making excellent, sometimes superior lenses, the choice is harder than ever. Once you have picked out your new lens, head over to our night sky…...

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space.com > stargazing > skywatching-kit > peak-design-7l-sling-bag-review

My thoughts on the Peak Design 7L sling bag

2+ week, 6+ hour ago  (417+ words) Very lightweight and comfortable sling bag Not much protection for expensive camera gear Capacity reduction from camera cube Easy triggering of connection clasp on the strap External dimensions: 13.78 x 8.66 x 4.33-inches (35 x 22 x 11 cm) Internal dimensions: 13.58 x 8.46 x 4.13-inches (34.5 x 21.5 x…...

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space.com > stargazing > skywatching-kit > carson-vx-12x50-binocular-review

The Carson VX 12x50 binoculars are a great mid-range option for stargazing

3+ week, 3+ day ago  (922+ words) An entry-level binocular that is solidly made with fully multicoated Bak4 lenses and grippy rubberized body coating. They are waterproof and fogproof, and produced high-quality imagery of the night sky during my testing period. On the heavy side at 1.6 lbs No…...

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space.com > space-exploration > launches-spacecraft > spacex-gps-iii-sv09-launch-space-force

Watch SpaceX launch advanced GPS satellite for US Space Force tonight

3+ week, 4+ day ago  (443+ words) Liftoff of the GPS III-SV09 mission is scheduled for 11:46 p.m. ET tonight (Jan. 26). SpaceX will launch an advanced GPS satellite for the U.S. Space Force from Florida tonight (Jan. 26), and you can watch the action live. A Falcon 9 rocket carrying the GPS III-SV09 spacecraft…...

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space.com > technology > drones > dji-mini-5-pro-drone-review

DJI Mini 5 Pro review: The best sub-250g drone?

1+ mon, 1+ day ago  (1030+ words) The DJI Mini 5 Pro redefines sub-250g drone possibilities thanks to its 1-inch sensor, rotating camera, Omnidirectional Vision Sensing System and some impressive video functionality. 1-inch sensor and rotating camera Fixed aperture on the camera Not as powerful as larger drones…...

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space.com > technology > drones > dji-neo-2-drone-review

Our DJI Neo 2 drone review: A step-up from its predecessor

1+ mon, 6+ day ago  (1336+ words) The DJI Neo 2 is a step up from its predecessor with improved camera performance, Omnidirectional Obstacle Avoidance and further impressive new features and functionality. 49GB of internal storage Doesn't shoot Raw files Not the fastest drone Battery life is limited Camera:…...

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space.com > space-exploration > a-completely-new-manufacturing-frontier-space-forge-fires-up-1st-commercial-semiconductor-factory-in-space

'A completely new manufacturing frontier': Space Forge fires up 1st commercial semiconductor factory in space

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (400+ words) Such experiments have previously only been conducted aboard the International Space Station. In-orbit manufacturing start-up Space Forge has produced its first plasma in orbit aboard the ForgeStar-1 satellite. It's a world first and a major step toward the company's vision…...