Telescopes for Astrophotography

A telescope that performs for astrophotography will be different from one that works well for astronomy. Also, the best models for planetary and deep sky imaging are different.

Find here guides to the best telescopes for different astrophotography types and the key specifications.

Astrophotography Telescope Guides

Best Telescopes for Astrophotography

Best Telescopes for Astrophotography

See our unique analysis of which telescopes are being used by the most successful astrophotographers today

Best Telescopes for Planetary Imaging

Best Telescopes for Planetary Imaging

We analyzed hundreds of planetary images to find the best telescopes

Best Apochromatic Refractor Telescopes

Best Apochromatic Refractor Telescopes

“Apos” are one of the best telescope types for astrophotography

Best Smart Telescopes

Best Smart Telescopes

Check out our overview of these smart telescopes that have cameras built-in

Best Focal Length for Astrophotography Telescopes

Best Focal Length for Astrophotography

Find out the optimum focal length telescopes for astrophotography

Best Focal Ratio for Astrophotography

Best Focal Ratio for Astrophotography

Find out the focal ratios of telescopes most successful for astrophotography

Telescope Focal Length

Demystifying Telescope Focal Length: A Deep Dive

Understand what focal length is and what you should look for in choosing the right telescope for you.

What is an Astrograph?

What is an Astrograph?

An astrograph is a telescope that works just for imaging – find out more here

Astronomy Photographer of the Year: Telescopes

Astronomy Photographer of the Year: Telescopes

See our analysis of what telescopes have been used in nearly 700 images shortlisted for the competition

Best Telescopes for Deep Space Astrophotography

Best Telescopes for Deep Space Astrophotography

We analyzed 100+ images to find the best telescopes for deep sky astrophotography.

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