Astronomy field of view calculator

Astronomy field of view calculator

To bring up a field of view, select your telescope make and model, then select your camera make and model. You can select your eyepiece or binoculars by clicking 'Mode'. Click on 'Targets' to choose the object you wish to view.

If you are looking for a new telescope, browse our equipment reviews section, while more tips and advice are available for newcomers in our guide to astronomy for beginners.

This FOV calculator is provided courtesy of David Campbell at www.12dstring.me.uk

This FOV calculator is provided courtesy of David Campbell at www.12dstring.me.uk

This FOV calculator is provided courtesy of David Campbell at www.12dstring.me.uk

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