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At Orion, we are committed to bringing you economical, quality astrophotography products and we know the proof is in the picture. We are proud to share the images we've taken with Orion cameras, telescopes, mounts and other accessories. We'd love to see and share your images, too!

Deep Sky Images
M31 - The Andromeda Galaxy

M31 - The Andromeda Galaxy

Date Taken: 10/29/2010
Photographer: Alan B.
Location: Tennessee
Telescope: Orion EON 80mm f/6.25 ED Apochromatic Refractor Telescope
Mount: Celestron CGEM
Camera: Canon 40D
Other Equipment Used: Orion ShortTube 80 Refractor Telescope Optical Tube Assembly, Orion StarShoot Autoguider
Processing: Deep Sky Stacker and Adobe CS5
Exposure: 28x6 minutes

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Solar System Images
Mars

Mars

Date Taken: 04/05/2012
Photographer: Orion Image
Location: Fremont Peak, CA
Telescope: Orion 180mm Mak-Cass
Mount: Orion Sirius EQ-G (#24336)
Camera: Orion StarShoot Deep Space Video Camera Item # 52185
Other Equipment: Orion High-Power 1.25" 5x 4-Element Barlow
Processing: Registax, MaximDL

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In the Field Images
Mount Shasta

Mount Shasta

Date Taken: 08/29/2011
Photographer: Orion Image
Location: Little Mt. Hoffman, Siskiyou County, CA
Telescope: Orion ShortTube 80 Refractor
Mount: Orion Sirius EQ-G
Camera: Apple iPhone 4
Other Equipment Used: 32mm Sirius Plossl eyepiece; Orion SteadyPix Afocal Adapter for iPhone
Processing: A little touch-up in Photoshop CS3
Exposure: Single Exposure

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Featured Customer
Featured Customer - Jeff W

Enjoying a Lifelong Passion
for Stargazing

Dedicated Orion customer Jeff W. has been enjoying views of the night sky and its many wonders since his days as a Cub Scout. Since then, Jeff has built his own telescope and eyepieces and has used a perpetually growing supply of Orion telescopes and accessories to enhance his observations. Jeff was kind enough to recently share a few words with us, including some sage advice for those just starting out...

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Featured Article
How To Choose a Telescope

How To Choose a Telescope

Like choosing neighborhoods, automobiles, or spouses, buying a first telescope is a highly subjective undertaking. There's no "best" telescope for everyone. The one that's right for you will depend on your lifestyle and your astronomy goals. Spending a little time analyzing your motivations will help you make an intelligent choice. Let's look at the different types of telescopes, and in so doing, some of the considerations that might influence your buying decision...

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Featured Video
How To Take Images - Equipment Overview

How To Take Images -
Equipment Overview

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Featured Events

We are happy to feature various astronomy-related events which we believe will be of interest to our customers. Click here for a list of events which have been submitted.

And find out how you can share your own astro-event with other Orion customers.


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About Orion Telescopes & Binoculars

Since 1975 Orion Telescopes & Binoculars has been offering telescopes for sale direct to customers, with an unswerving commitment to best quality products, value and unmatched customer care. Our 100% satisfaction guarantee says it all.

Orion offers telescopes for every level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, and Expert. From our entry level beginner telescopes for amateur astronomers to our Dobsonian telescopes to our most advanced Cassegrain telescopes and accessories, you can find the best telescope for you. And you'll enjoy discount prices by buying your telescope online, direct from Orion. Not sure how to choose a telescope? Orion's Telescope Buyer's Guide is a great place to start.

Orion binoculars are known for quality optics at a great price. We offer binoculars for every viewing interest, including astronomical binoculars, compact binoculars, waterproof binoculars, birding binoculars, sport and hunting binoculars, and even night vision binoculars.

Orion's telescope and astrophotography accessories will enhance your telescope enjoyment without breaking the bank. Expand your viewing experience with accessories ranging from moon filters to power-boosting Barlow lenses to advanced computerized telescope mounts. Capture breathtaking photos with our affordable astrophotography cameras. And when you're stargazing, Orion's telescope cases and covers, observing gear, red LED flashlights, astronomy books and star charts will make your observing sessions more convenient, comfortable and meaningful.

At Orion, we are committed to sharing our knowledge and passion for astronomy and astrophotography with the amateur astronomy community. Visit the Orion Resource Center for in-depth information on telescopes, binoculars, and astrophotography. You can find astrophotography "how to" tips and share your best astronomy pictures here. Submit astronomy articles, events, and reviews, and even become a featured Orion customer!