On the evening of August 12, 2026, an extraordinary celestial event is on the horizon: A total solar eclipse will pass over parts of Europe—though not over Germany.
Here in Germany, we will experience an impressive partial eclipse, which will nonetheless offer a rare and spectacular sight. Germany will be entirely within the Moon’s penumbra. As a result, the sun will not be completely, but clearly and visibly “nibbled away.”
What do you need to safely observe the solar eclipse? You can find a list 👉 here!
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Optical Accessories
Everything you need of optics for visual and photographic work or accessories for DIY projects, can be found in these categories.
The luminance channel is very important for a successful astrophoto! Sharpness, contrast and low noise of the luminance data are decisive for achieving the best possible quality in the final result!
The task of the L filter is to maximise transmission over the entire visible spectrum, because the combination of the widest possible aperture and high transmission makes it possible to capture the greatest possible number of photons.