A quick look at the sky in 2026
In this article we will take a brief look at some astronomical events that will take place during 2026.
OUR LATEST Astrophotography ARTICLES
PlaneWave CDK400 Installation at Royal Holloway University of London (RHUL) UK
Royal Holloway University of London (RHUL) has significantly upgraded its rooftop observatory on the Tolansky Building. Baader Planetarium installed a new PlaneWave CDK17 telescope on an L-500 direct-drive mount along with advanced imaging, photometry and spectroscopy equipment.
Product news October 2025
Product Highlights from Baader Planetarium for October 2025: Baader Solar Projection Screen (BSPS) for safe solar projection on refractors with star diagonals, Baader FFB-Flatfieldbox – No more Sky-Flats in the (Remote) Observatory and more.
Test Report: Astrophotography with the new GM1000 HPS EP
Experience report by Peter Bresseler: Astrophotography with the new 10Micron GM1000 HPS EP – higher payload, new electronics, and impressive results even under challenging conditions in Hamburg.
NEW: GM1000 & AZ1000 HPS EP – The Evolution
The GM1000 HPS EP and AZ1000 HPS EP (Enhanced Performance) is the result of a philosophy of continuous innovation. Through market feedback and investment in new processes and materials, 10Micron has now raised the standard once again, creating a mount that pushes the boundaries of what is possible with a setup of this size.
High-end mobile: The 10Micron GM1000 in a field test with N.I.N.A.
The 10Micron GM1000 is undoubtedly one of the high-end mounts on the market - and yet I was surprised at how mobile and easy it is to use in the field when combined with the N.I.N.A. control software.
Field report: 3.5" quick changer and instrument rotator for PlaneWave
Our customer Rüdiger Proske uses the Baader 3.5" quick changer and instrument rotator on the Planewave CDK14. Here he describes the installation of both products and presents his practical experience.
Precision Meets Speed: Experience Report with the Celestron RASA 8 and the 10Micron GM1000 Mount
Astrophotographers seeking the highest precision and efficiency will inevitably come across the 10Micron GM1000 HPS – a mount renowned for its precise tracking and ease of use. When combined with the Celestron RASA 8, a...
Comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS) survives solar passage and might be visible tonight
Comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS) has survived its extremely close pass by the Sun and might be visible shortly after sunset tonight. Learn more about its current brightness, viewing windows, and safe observation practices.
Test Review: Baader 8" Triband-SCT
The following test report was kindly provided by Mehmet Ergün for publication. Introduction The was provided to me on loan for this test by the renowned company Baader Planetarium. The scope of delivery includes the...
