Level 4 – Expert: Expert telescopes offer uncompromising optical and mechanical quality for the most demanding amateur astronomer. They may be technically involved or designed for specialized use, such as flat field astroimaging or detailed deep sky observation. They carry a premium price, but are designed to provide the ultimateContinue Reading

Level 3 – Advanced: Advanced telescopes are high performance, with exceptionally fine optics and mechanics. They may require a longer set-up time and more skill to master and appreciate. Some advanced telescopes are easy-to-use, but large and heavy. The technically inclined will love these scopes. An advanced telescope is aContinue Reading

Level 2 – Intermediate: Telescopes for the intermediate user are more robust in features and performance. These have excellent quality in optics and mechanics, but are more complex in use than Level 1 telescopes. They typically take longer to learn and require some set-up or adjustments. An intermediate telescope willContinue Reading

Level 1 – Beginner: Telescopes suited for beginners are easy to set-up, use and maintain. Very good optical and mechanical quality. A great first telescope will show you the moon, planets, star clusters and nebulas. These telescopes are great for families, young people and folks who don’t want to messContinue Reading

Level 1 – Beginner: Telescopes suited for beginners are easy to set-up, use and maintain. Very good optical and mechanical quality. A great first telescope that will show you the moon, planets, star clusters and nebulas. Great for families, young people and folks who don’t want to mess with equipment, butContinue Reading