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Posted on November 23, 2015November 12, 2018

The Lonely Speck Gift Guide 2015: Our Favorite Astrophotography Gear

Lonely Speck Gift Guide 2015

In this article I talk about our favorite gear, some of which has helped shape our world of landscape astrophotography. Check out what we’re looking to buy this holiday season and why.

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Posted on August 31, 2015November 12, 2018

Sony FE 28mm f/2 Astrophotography Review

Sony FE 28mm f/2 Astrophotography Review

Sony just released their most affordable full frame prime lens for their E-mount cameras: the Sony FE 28mm f/2. In this short review, we test it out for use with astrophotography along with its accessory SEL075UWC Ultra Wide Angle and SEL075FEC Fisheye conversion lenses.

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Posted on August 9, 2015November 12, 2018

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Astrophotography Review

There’s a new nifty 50 in town. In this short review we test out the Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM, Canon’s latest iteration of their affordable 50mm lens. At about $125, it’s the cheapest Canon prime lens available, making it an attractive addition to any Canon kit. Let’s see how it does with astrophotography.

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Posted on March 27, 2014November 12, 2018

Best Lenses for Milky Way Photography: Fuji X

Best Lenses for Night Photography: Fujifilm

The very best lenses for my personal favorite compact camera system for astrophotography: the Fuji X-Series.

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Posted on March 26, 2014November 12, 2018

Best Lenses for Milky Way Photography: Canon Astrophotographers

Best Lenses for Night Photography: Canon Astrophotography

The most common question asked on Lonely Speck answered for Canon shooters!

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Posted on March 22, 2014September 13, 2017

Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 IF ED UMC Review

Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 Review
The Rokinon 14mm f/2.8. Lots of glass for the money.

Here’s a quick review of the Rokinon 14mm f/2.8, arguably the best, most affordable lens for astrophotography.

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