Making the jump into full-frame camera systems is never a decision to be taken lightly, mainly because, most of the time, it involves investing in a full-frame lens setup as well as purchasing the camera body. For this reason, you want to make sure you’re buying into the right brand to avoid buyer’s regret later down the line. Here we’re looking at Sony and Canon’s smallest full-frame cameras, comparing their specs and how we found them when we tested them. So, if you’re in the market for your first full-frame…
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Benro Rhino 24C Two Series travel tripod and VX25 head review
Unless you’re lucky enough to live near a dark sky site, most astrophotography sessions involve traveling to those dark sky areas — this could be by car, airplane, train or hiking. Having a lightweight, reliable travel tripod is essential. If this sounds like something you’re missing, let us introduce you to the Benro Rhino travel tripod. Specifications Weight: 3.8 lbs / 1.74kgMaximum payload: 39.7 lbs / 18kgMaximum Height: 66.3-inches / 1.69mFolded length: 19.3-inches / 490mmLeg sections: 4Head: Ball-headAccessory mounts: 3Feet: Rubber or spiky It’s compact and lightweight, made of excellent…
Read MoreSave 33% on ISO-certified solar glasses ahead of April 8 total solar eclipse
The upcoming solar eclipse is in exactly one month, so now’s the time to make sure you own a safe viewing kit for the event. Amazon is offering 33% off a two-pack of Soluna’s solar viewing glasses, which will arrive with time to spare. Grab a third off Soluna solar viewing glasses when you get them from Amazon. The solar viewing glasses meet ISO 12312-2:2015 standards for direct sun observation. The manufacturer, Soluna, is also an American Astronomical Society (AAS) approved supplier of safe solar viewers, so you can rely…
Read MorePotensic A20 Mini drone review
When you’re first getting into drones, the thought of spending hundreds of dollars/pounds on even a beginner camera drone can be daunting. The most common concern for beginners is that they might crash or lose their drone. So, before buying one of the more expensive best beginner drones available, the Potensic A20 Mini Drone could be the perfect option for you to hone your flight skills first. Key Specs Camera: No camera Video resolution: N/A Frame rates: N/A Weight: 6.7oz / 190g Flight Modes: Standard, orbit, headless, flip Compatible with:…
Read MoreOukitel BP2000 power station review
KEY SPECIFICATIONS Power: 2048WhCapacity: 640,000 mAhOutput ports: 15 (5x AC, 4x USB-A (2x 12W, 2x 18W), 2x USB-C PD 100W, 1x car 12V/10A, 1x 24V/10 AV, 2x 12V/3A DC5521)Charging time: 80% charge in 53 mins using ACIP rating: NoneWeight: 50.7 lbs (23 kg)Dimensions: 480 x 296 x 322 mm We’ve reviewed several of the best power stations over the past few years, and we frequently receive requests from brands to review their products. The Outkitel BP2000 (aka FF power BP2000) caught our attention for a specific reason, which might sound…
Read MoreCelestron AstroMaster LT 70AZ beginner telescope is now under $60
The Celestron AstroMaster LT 70AZ refractor telescope is an ideal choice for beginner astronomers and is now on offer for under $60. That’s a saving of over $70 and means those looking to take their first steps into astronomy have a reliable option at a low-risk price. You can get the Celestron AstroMaster LT 70AZ right now for just $59 at Walmart. This telescope offers an all-in-one kit with a discount on an already low price point, so if you’re in the market for someone without much experience, you can’t…
Read MoreSee the stars in 4K: Vaonis Vespera II smart telescope
What is the Vaonis Vespera II The world of smart telescopes has grown even larger this year with Vaonis releasing their next generation smart telescope. At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, NV earlier this month, smart telescope manufacturer Vaonis unveiled the significantly upgraded second generation of the Vaonis Vespera, the Vaonis Vespera II, sometimes written as the Vaonis Vespera 2. Alongside Vaonis, other smart telescopes were announced or launched at CES. Celestron launched the pricey Celestron Origin, and french manufacturer Unistellar launched the Unistellar Odyssey and Odyssey…
Read MoreShould I buy a cheap beginner drone to build my flight skills?
One of the main questions newbie drone pilots ask is whether or not it’s worth buying an inexpensive drone to develop their flight skills before moving on to a more expensive and advanced model. It’s not a straightforward question to answer because different people are naturally comfortable taking on varying levels of risk and have different budgets, but it’s not a bad idea. The greatest fear of all beginner drone pilots is crashing, which is understandable given the cost of some drones. For the most part, crashing is simply the…
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