Change event: Lunar eclipsesPartial lunar eclipse of 6 June 2039

Recommended gear

What you need, with an example of each item when we can link to one we are confident about.

Lunar eclipse

  • TS-Optics 10x50 WP

    recommended

    Binoculars

    They show colour and craters well during the partial phase. It is safe to look at the Moon.

    TS-Optics 10x50 WP

    • 10x magnification, 50 mm
    • Porro prisms
    • Field of 114 m at 1000 m
    See on Astroshop
  • Omegon Dobson Push+ mini N 150/750 Pro

    optional

    Small telescope

    Adds detail as the Moon enters the shadow.

    Omegon Dobson Push+ mini N 150/750 Pro

    • 150 mm reflector
    • 750 mm focal length
    • Dobsonian mount with Push+ finder
    See on Astroshop
  • Cullmann PRIMAX 380

    recommended

    Tripod

    For long-exposure photos during the total phase.

    Cullmann PRIMAX 380

    • Aluminium
    • Stated load capacity of 3.5 kg
    • 1/4 camera thread
    See on Astroshop

See gear for all events · Work out your framing in Field of view.