From the November 2026 issue

Make the most of long nights with this month’s new astronomy products

Check out Astronomy’s latest recommendations: A new ToupTek guide scope, an astroimaging encyclopedia, and handy binoculars from Celestron.
By | Published: November 5, 2026

GS-100AR/AC High-Precision Guide Scope

Credit: ToupTek Astro

ToupTek
Hangzhou, China

The GS-100AR/AC High-Precision Guide Scope is a guide scope, a wide-field imaging system, and a visual instrument. Its apochromatic design produces a flat 1-inch image circle and reduces purple fringing seen in earlier models. With a choice of rack-and-pinion or Crayford focusers, it offers flexibility for a range of setups.

$179
+86-180-5878-0750
+86-571-8810-2638
www.touptekastro.com


The Astrophotographer’s Universe

Credit: Charles Bracken

Charles Bracken
Pipersville, Pennsylvania

The Astrophotographer’s Universe is a 728-page, 6-pound hardcover encyclopedia of deep-sky imaging targets. It covers over 1,700 objects across the NGC, IC, Sharpless, RCW, vdB, Abell, SNR G, CG, Barnard, and LBN/LDN catalogs. An accompanying iOS app lets users explore the night sky from their phone, tablet, or computer.

$69.95
deepskyprimer@gmail.com
digitalstars.wordpress.com


The SkyMaster Gemini 2×40 Binoculars

Credit: Celestron

Celestron
Torrance, California

The SkyMaster Gemini 2×40 Binoculars can take in whole constellations thanks to its 24° field of view. The modest 2x magnification is perfect for monitoring meteor showers and catching comets. With a simple, compact, tripod-adaptable design, these can be carried in your pocket for concerts or to go hands-free for a night under the stars.

$129.95
1-310-803-5955
www.celestron.com