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The price range for the telescopes on this list are on the lower end (entry-level) when compared to professional-grade models. Regardless, these are the telescope models that I can personally recommend based on the hands-on experience I have had. I couldn’t possibly test and review every telescope on the market, although sometimes it feels like I have. Are there other great telescopes available that aren’t on the list? Absolutely. Thanks to the viewership of my YouTube Channel, I have the unique opportunity to test a wide variety of astrophotography telescopes each year. I am a full-time astrophotographer with over 10 years of experience. I’ve used all of them for astrophotography, and have actual picture examples taken using each one. What makes this list of suggestions different than other websites ‘best astrophotography telescope’ lists? With the RedCat 51 you are not only investing in impressive optical performance, but you will also be thrilled by the durable and beautiful finish William Optics has achieved.In this article, I will share 10 of the best astrophotography telescopes available in 2023. This mask helps with focusing and is built into the lens cap.Ī telescope such as the RedCat 51 is ideal for photographers who are interested in the night sky and also animal photography. Not only is a protective nylon carrying case included, but also a specially devised Bahtinov mask. With these three options it should be no problem to connect this telescope to all the usual photo tripods, photo mounts or astronomical mounts. The 110mm long dovetail bar offers three connection alternatives screw connection with a photo thread, Arca Swiss or Vixen standard fittings. Focusing is helical – so by twisting the textured ring on the telescope body even heavy cameras are no problem. The fast focal ratio of f/4.9 allows short exposure times.įor camera connection there is a M48 thread. The result is a colour-rich corrected image field with a diameter of more than 44 mm – perfect for full-frame cameras. At the heart of the optical set-up is the Petzval design comprising four elements in three groups in which FPL53 and FPL51 glass has been utilised. The AP 51/250 refractor is an impressive combination of compact size, attractive price and outstanding optical quality which is suitable for all astro- and nature photography. STTR_Mar2021_WilliamOptics-Redcat51_Reprint – review