The gear you'll need for May's night sky
By Kimberley Lane
Published on April 24, 2026.
The article discusses the gear required for May's stargazing events, including two full moons, a meteor shower, and a solar alignment at the end of the month. The article recommends recommendations for binoculars, telescopes, and cameras to capture the best possible views of these celestial displays. The full Flower Moon will be on May 1, with a telescope or a long lens capable of capturing beautiful images. The most popular choice is the Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 70AZ, a telescope for kids and beginners, which is a great telescope for beginners. The best for photos of the full moon is to zoom in as far as possible with a super telephoto lens of around 600mm. The meteor shower runs from April 19 until May 28, with the peak expected to occur on the night of May 5-6, with up to 50 meteors per hour. For photos of meteor showers, a camera with good ISO handling and a wide-angle prime lens is recommended.
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