Astronomical Equipment for Amateurs (The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series)

by Martin Mobberley (Author)

• New

  Illustrated
  2013

  $38.25

  This guide provides useful insight for first-time telescope buyers as well as experienced amateurs. It examines the advantages and disadvantages of different types of telescopes, mountings, and accessories-ranging from refractors and reflectors to computer controlled drives and CCD cameras. The author also covers observation techniques, photographic equipment, astronomical software, as well as equipment care and maintenance.