Hey there! Welcome to the corner where I talk about all the cool gear I use, to take stunning images of celestial bodies. Most of my astrophotography happens right from my balcony in Berlin’s suburbs. It’s amazing what you can see even with the city lights buzzing around.
Sometimes, I pack up and head out to Brandenburg’s darker spots. It’s like night and day – literally! The stars out there are just mind-blowing, and I love capturing their beauty.
Traveling is a big part of my life, and my astro gear most of the time tags along. Whether I’m on a plane or backpacking, I keep things light and portable. You’ll be surprised at what you can capture with some nifty, travel-friendly setups!
Sri Lanka, my home country, is a special place for me. Near the equator, with skies way clearer than what I get in most of Europe, it’s perfect for some serious astrophotography.
And here’s something cool – I’m currently planning to send some of my gear to a remote dark site in Spain. Can’t wait to see what I’ll capture from there!
So, dive in and check out my gear setups – from the stuff I use on my balcony to the kits that have seen places of the world than most people. It’s not just about the equipment; it’s about the adventures they take me on and the stories they help me tell. Let’s explore the universe together!
Location: My balcony
Telescope: Askar FRA500 f5.6
Lenses: No correctors or reducers
Focuser: ZWO EAF
Filter Wheel: ZWO 2″ Filter Wheel
Filters: IDAS Sii, Ha, Oiii (6 nm) and Antlia LRGB V-Pro
Camera: ASI 533MM Pro
Guider: Svbony SV106 50mm with ASI 220MM mini
Mount: ZWO AM5 mount with TC40 tripod
Control: MeLE Quieter2Q Mini PC + PegasusAstro USB Control Hub + Pocket Powerbox Micro
Location: Travel setup
Telescope: EDPH 61 III
Lenses: full-frame flattener and full-frame reducer f4.5
Focuser: ZWO EAF
Filter Wheel: –
Filters: Antlia Triband RGB Ultra or IDAS NBZ or IDAS LPS D3 or Optolong L-Pro
Camera: ASI533MC Pro
Guider: Svbony SV165 30mm with ASI 120MM mini
Mount: IOptron HEM15 with TC40 tripod
Control: Astro Gadget AstroPC PRO
Location: Lightweight travel setup
Telescope: Samyang 135mm f2
Focuser: ZWO EAF
Filter Wheel: –
Filters: Antlia Triband RGB Ultra or IDAS NBZ or IDAS LPS D3 or Optolong L-Pro
Camera: ASI533MC Pro
Guider: Svbony SV165 30mm with ASI 120MM mini
Mount: Sky-Watcher AZ-GTi
Control: ASI Air Plus