Resources
The story of our Cluster One observatory team would not have been possible without the enormous list of information resources and tools that the Internet makes available to the entire world. In our learning process we have been nourished by the experience of astrophotographers both in Chile and in the rest of the world who, generously share their knowledge and experience on YouTube channels, web pages and specialized books. In the following list, we have compiled a series of links that we are convinced will be of good use to you all.
Astronomical instrumentation
North Optics (Chile)
The largest and best astronomical store in Chile. Official dealer of ZWO, SharpStar, QHYCCD, Pegasus among others.SharpStar Optics
Telescopes and accessoriesGuan Sheng Optical GSO
Telescopes, eyepieces and moreZWO
Astronomical cameras, mounts, controllers and kind of accessoriesQHYCCD
Astronomy Cameras and Scientific CamerasPegasus Astro
Tools for professional astrophotography
Software
PixInsight
Advanced image processing software. So far the standard astrophotography data reduction and analysis.Rusell Croman Astrophotography
BlurXTerminator
AI-based deconvolution module for PixInsightNoiseXTerminator
Plug-in for PixInsight, Adobe Photoshop, and Affinity PhotoStarXTerminator
Plug-in for PixInsight, Adobe Photoshop, and Affinity Photo
GraXpert
GraXpert is designed to remove gradients from astroimages.DeepSkyStacker
DeepSkyStacker is a freeware for astrophotographers that simplifies all the pre-processing steps of deep sky pictures.SharpCap
Easy-to-use and powerful astronomy camera capture tool.Sequence Generator Pro by Main Sequence Software
Automated image capture software for astronomySky Safari
A paid sky simulator application that comes in three levels, ranging from basic to professional versions.Fee open source planetarium for your computer and smartphone. .
Books and magazines
Mastering PixInsight and the art of Astroimage Processing by Rogelio Bernal
The most complete PixInsight Reference Guide on the planet.Sky and Telescope
Sky & Telescope is a monthly American magazine covering all aspects of amateur astronomy.Astronomy
Magazine for anyone who wants to learn more about astronomy events, cosmology, planets, galaxies, asteroids, astrophotography, etc
Web sites
Telescopius.com
Astronomy planning made easy.Astronomy Tools
A collection of useful, free astronomy tools.AstroAdictos
A group of astrophotographers from Chile, stablished in 2021 with members from all around the globe.Cloudy nights
Astronomical community brought to you by Astronomics.Astro Backyard
Learn astrophotography tips, camera settings, techniques and moreChaotic nebula
Your guide to astrophotography, with excellent PixInsight workflows.Light Vortex Astronomy
A collection of blogs, tutorials and articles about astrophotography.Wilmslow astro
Astronomy from a Cheshire suburb.Night sky pix
Your Complete Guide To Astrophotography.Madratter's AstroImaging
Madratter sharing some of thoughts and images relating to astrophotography.Astronomy hub
High point scientific complete guide to astronomy and astro-photography.
Check out this section about ZWO ASIAIR - What is it, and how do I use it?All About Famous Astronaut Neil Armstrong
Learn about the first human that stepped on the moon, his history and legacy (article by Izzy!)Practical and experimental astronomy
Outstanding web site in Spanish, with astronomical formulas and references.Sleeping Under the Stars: A Beginner’s Guide to Stargazing and Astrophotography
Amazing site by Derek Hales, featuring a bunch of articles about the history of astrophotography, equipment, methods and technics.
Youtube channels
Desierto Cósmico
Join Carlos Sagan in the astrophotography adventure from the Atacama desert in Chile (In spanish)Galactic Hunter
Helpful Astrophotography Content from Antoine and Dalia, a married couple who take deep-sky photographs of space from Las Vegas and the Nevada desert.Cuiv, The Lazy Geek
Tutorials, technical videos, insights, imaging nights... all you need to get appreciate the starry skies, get involved in the hobby, or refine your knowledge!Simplified Astro
Tutorial and guidance videos, aiming to provide honest and open reviews of a range of products.Chuck's Astrophotography
For people interested in astronomy, telescopes, cameras, and astrophotography.Adam Block
Astrophotography, instructional videos (especially on PixInsight) and other space related themes.Nebula Photos
YouTube channel sharing tutorials and reviews related to astrophotography by Nico CarverAstroAddict
Heavy music based backyard photography sessions, guides to astronomy equipment, tours and Vlogs.Visible Dark
Pixinsight image processing tutorial, tips and astro product reviews.Helena's Astrophotography
An amateur astrophotographer from ScotlandAstronomy Shed
Tutorials, reviews, demonstrations, all related or based on things astronomy.Astro Backyard
This channel is all about astrophotography.Windy City Astrophotography
With this channel Nick will take you along on his astrophotography journey, mostly from light-polluted skies!The channel goes in depth in the world of amateur astronomy, and astrophotography.
DSLR Night Sky
Review of a wide range of equipment types and imaging techniques.Dylan O'Donnell
Mix of astronomy and science resource videos, original and cover music, photography and videography and general kinetic creativity!Out Getting Subs
Interesting videos from an amateur Astrophotographer from Northern Germany.Celestial Photography
Astrophotography vlogs where I'm shooting deep sky objects, testing new equipment, and traveling to dark locations.Mitch
Pushing the limits of photons gathering ... Astro photography.Astro Shed
SGP and PixInsight tutorialsLights To Process
A channel made for beginners who want to get into astrophotography and basic astronomy.
Friends and groups
Cari Letelier
Stunning astro-photography by Cari Letelier, chilean night and astro-photographer.Astrofotografia Chile
Astrofotografía, astroturismo y astronomía from Chile.