Astronomy Equipment
As with just about every hobby out there, amateur astronomers employ a wide range of equipment
in the pursuit of their hobby. Along with a plethora of optical instruments such as binoculars,
telescopes, and filters, there is an endless supply of gadgets one can purchase from the many
vendors that serve the astronomy community. Additionally, some enterprising and talented amateur
astronomers design and build the instruments they use to view the cosmos. Whether you build or
buy your equipment, knowing the choices available can make the hobby a rewarding experience or a
source of frustration.
In this section, I have written about my experiences with the various instruments and gadgets
that I have used over the years, some good and some not so good.