What Makes Altair Astro's NEW 130 Quad Telescope So SPECIAL?

00:00 Welcome to the channel
00:32 Unboxing the 130 quad from Altair
01:21 First look at the optics
03:43 A look at the 130 quad Rotator
06:50 Altair's new 130 Quad fitted onto the mount
11:02 First light on the Altair 130 Quad
12:54 Beautiful round stars from the new Altair 130 Quad
16:02 Testing The New Altair 130 Quad on a Longer project
18:38 A look at the Amazing Images taken with the Altair 130 quad
19:20 pin sharp Stars from the Altair 130 Quad m31
19:50 stunning colours from Altair's new Quad 130

Altair Astro's AMAZING New 130 Quad Prototype Telescope, The Stars Never Looked So Good

This Blew My Mind Altair's New 130 Quad First Look
In this video, I get the very first look at Altair Astro's prototype 130 Quad telescope! This is scope now out for sale. I was lucky enough to have a first play! All I can say is, this scope is amazing and produced some of the best stars I've ever seen! Could this be the ultimate 650mm 130 Quad telescope ever made? Well, watch this video and see what you think!
Please leave me a comment and let me know what you think!

Altair Astro has dealers in USA, Germany and France:
USA Customers: This Telescope can be Shipped to the USA, or ordered from Altair's US dealer Astroworld Telescopes. Germany: APM Germany: France Pierro Astro

Link to Altair Astro UK
https://altairastro.com/

Link to my Observatory build series of videos
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Embarking on the journey of astrophotography opens up a universe of possibilities, allowing you to capture the mesmerizing beauty of the night sky. Whether you're utilizing a telescope, a camera, or even binoculars, each tool offers unique perspectives and challenges. Here's a guide to help you navigate the stars with your chosen equipment.

*1. Telescope Astrophotography*

Using a telescope provides detailed views of celestial objects, from the craters of the Moon to distant galaxies. To get started:

**Mounting Your Camera**: Attach your camera to the telescope using appropriate adapters, ensuring a secure fit to maintain image stability.

**Focusing**: Achieving sharp focus is crucial. Utilize the telescope's focuser and consider using a Bahtinov mask for precision.

**Tracking**: Employ an equatorial mount to compensate for Earth's rotation, allowing for longer exposure times without star trails.

*2. Camera-Only Astrophotography*

A standalone camera can capture wide-field images of the night sky, such as constellations and the Milky Way. Tips include:

**Lens Selection**: Wide-angle lenses (14mm to 24mm) are ideal for capturing expansive sky views.

**Settings**: Use a high ISO (1600-3200), a wide aperture (f/2.8 or lower), and experiment with exposure times to balance light capture and star sharpness.

**Stability**: Mount your camera on a sturdy tripod to prevent vibrations during long exposures.

**Afocal Photography**: Align your smartphone or camera lens with the binocular eyepiece. Devices like the SnapZoom Universal Digiscoping Adapter can assist in maintaining alignment. citeturn0search2

**Focus and Exposure**: Manually adjust focus and experiment with exposure settings to achieve clear images.