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Announcement: ZWO Seestar
August 21 2026, Stefan TaubePartial Lunar Eclipse on 28 August 2026: A Dark Moon at Dawn
August 15 2026, Isabella Predehl
In the early morning hours of August 28, 2026, a partial lunar eclipse will be visible. During this event, part of the Moon will enter Earth’s shadow and become noticeably darker.
In our new magazine article, you will learn what a lunar eclipse is, how it occurs, and how you can photograph it.
Enjoy reading!
MEADE clearance sale: only 12 telescopes left
August 15 2026, Marcus Schenk
MEADE is history: One of astronomy’s best-known brands is no more.
Secure one of the last remaining telescopes: From the compact 70/700 model for beginners to the high-aperture 8-inch GoTo telescope.
Prices have never been this low.
The promotion runs from 15 August to 15 October 2026 or while stocks last.
SUMMER SALE: 30% OFF MANY HÄRKILA ITEMS
August 1 2026, Marcus Schenk
Summer is coming to an end, and we need to make room for the new winter collection. That’s why we’re offering a 30% discount on many Härkila products.
Treat yourself to some new clothes!
The summer sale runs through August 31, 2026, on many in-stock items.
Omegon Segugio Tracker X Evo – follows every star trail
July 31 2026, Isabella Predehl
Your hiking holiday is coming up and you finally want to capture the Milky Way perfectly?
Omegon has the ideal companion for you: the Segugio Tracker X Evo is an ultralight camera mount that effortlessly supports even heavy cameras and lenses.
What makes this smart tracker stand out:
- Less luggage: The integrated battery and camera shutter release eliminate the need for additional accessories.
- Day & night: Perfect for astrophotography, panoramas and time-lapse photography.
- Smart app control: Energy-efficient and intuitive operation via Bluetooth.
- Ready to go: Handcrafted in Italy and supplied with a practical carrying bag.
Choose the option that suits you: get the tracker on its own or as a fully equipped complete set including a ball head or a polar wedge and polar scope.
 Example of use with a ball head |
 Bag, charging cable and jack plug adapter included |
 Example of use with a polar wedge, polar scope and shutter release cable |
Latest news on the solar eclipse on 12 August 2026
July 30 2026, Isabella Predehl
On 12 August 2026, Europe will turn its gaze towards the Sun: the eclipse will be total in northern Spain, among other places, and visible as a partial eclipse across large parts of Europe. In the Solar observation section, you will find solar eclipse glasses and much more for safely observing and photographing our home star.
These are the latest additions to our range of solar observation products:
ZWO Seestar Solar Eclipse Glasses
| The Seestar solar eclipse glasses from ZWO offer a straightforward solution for looking directly at the Sun without optical magnification. An integrated UV/IR filter and an optical density of 5 protect your eyes, while the Sun appears in a bright yellow colour. Lightweight, ready for immediate use and ideal for solar eclipses, the glasses fit easily into any travel or observing bag. |  |
Buki Solar Eclipse Glasses Family Pack
| The Buki Family Pack lets adults and children enjoy the Sun together. It contains two pairs of glasses for adults, two models for children and two filters for smartphone cameras. A multilingual accompanying booklet provides additional information about the solar eclipse. The CE-certified glasses comply with EN ISO 12312-2 and are ready for immediate use, making them a practical all-in-one solution for families, schools or small observing groups. |  |
Omegon Solar Safe Deluxe Cam Solar Filter
| The Omegon Solar Safe Deluxe Cam allows you to take smartphone images of the Sun without improvised adhesive or hook-and-loop fastenings. The modular set includes an M48 solar filter with an optical density of 5, a sturdy filter holder and a smartphone clamp mount for tripods. This keeps both the filter and the phone securely positioned while capturing a yellow-orange image of the Sun. The holder can also be used with other 2-inch filters, making it practical for a variety of photographic applications by day and night. |  |
Lunt Mini Sunocular 6×30 OD5
| The Lunt Mini Sunocular 6×30 OD5 provides a convenient magnified view of the Sun. Permanently installed white-light glass filters turn these compact binoculars into a specialised instrument for observing sunspots, solar eclipses and transits of Mercury or Venus. Weighing only around 160 grams, they are ideal for travelling and always close at hand. Important: because the solar filters are permanently integrated, the Sunocular is intended exclusively for solar observation. |  |
Omegon Horizon AC 70/700 EQ Neo Telescope now with solar filter
| The Omegon Horizon AC 70/700 EQ Neo is a versatile starter set for observing the Moon, planets and bright deep-sky objects. The achromatic refractor delivers high-contrast images, while the Crayford focuser enables precise focusing. With the Amici prism, the telescope provides an upright, correctly oriented image, making it suitable for nature observation as well. An EQ Neo mount, stainless-steel tripod, two eyepieces, Barlow lens, LED finder, smartphone adapter and Bluetooth remote shutter release are all included. With a free solar filter until 15 August 2025! |  |
Swarovski Optik AT Endura: A gateway to the premium class
July 18 2026, Stefan Rieger
In recent days, Swarovski Optik has unveiled a new spotting scope, the AT Endura 21-65×75. This model stands out due to its relatively low weight (1,510 grams) and a wider range of magnification (21–65x) than previous ATS or STS models. With a 75mm objective lens diameter, it strikes a balance between the 65mm and 80mm objective lens diameters. The eyepiece is fixed and cannot be swapped for previous models.
Nevertheless, this relatively affordable spotting scope is manufactured in Absam, Tyrol, and features high-quality HD optics. All this comes at a very fair recommended retail price of €2,490.
Deliveries will commence from 6 October 2026. Pre-order now and be among the first to receive one!
New in the magazine: You shouldn’t miss these articles
July 16 2026, Isabella Predehl
There is fresh content in the magazine once again. Particularly worth reading this time are the new articles about the solar eclipse. A fascinating celestial event that will certainly raise many questions. Just take a look and browse through exciting features.
ZWO Mid -Year Promotion 2026
July 15 2026, Stefan Taube
Take advantage of attractive discounts on many ZWO products: cameras, mounts, smart telescopes and accessories. Secure your price advantage now!
Promotion period: July 15th to August 15th, 2026. Only while stocks last.
Omegon Horizon Telescope with a free solar filter
July 6 2026, Marc-Antonio Fischer
When purchasing an Omegon Horizon AC 70/700 or an Omegon Horizon N 114/900 telescope, you’ll receive a matching Helievo solar filter – for free!
The perfect introduction to astronomy and ideal for the upcoming solar eclipse on August 12, 2026.
Get ready!
Promotion period: June 15 – August 15, 2026