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Step-by-Step Guide to Imaging the Andromeda Galaxy

Astronomy, Astrophotorgraphy / By Andrew Roberts

Step-by-Step Guide to Imaging the Andromeda Galaxy Table of Contents Why Andromeda? Visibility of Andromeda in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres Fun Facts About Andromeda Essential Equipment Step-by-Step Imaging Process Processing Your Image Final Tips and Tricks 1. Why Andromeda? The Andromeda Galaxy is an ideal target for astrophotographers because it’s large, bright, and shows […]

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How to Capture Stunning Photos of the Moon with a Smartphone: A Complete Guide

Astronomy, Astrophotorgraphy, Planets_Moons / By Andrew Roberts

The Moon is a mesmerizing subject for photography, easily within reach for amateur photographers equipped with a smartphone. By adjusting the right settings and employing a few tricks and accessories, you can capture stunning images of the Moon with and without a telescope. This article will cover Moon photography just using a Smartphone, and then

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How to Take a Photo of the Moon

Astronomy, Astrophotorgraphy, Planets_Moons / By Alan Monk

The moon is potentially one of the easiest astronomical objects to photograph. It is very bright so it does not require long exposure times or specialist equipment, and most people in most places on earth can see the moon every month. However, photographing the moon well does require some knowledge and planning and some basic

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How to Focus a Telescope (Visually and Photographically)

Astronomy, Astrophotorgraphy, Stargazing Techniques and Tips / By Zane Landers

Focusing a telescope may sound intimidating, but it’s actually a remarkably easy process. In this article, we will explain what how to focus a telescope actually means, how focusers work, and why it’s important. Most telescopes have an external focusing device that physically shifts the eyepiece or camera back and forth along the optical axis

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What Type Of Astrophotography Software Do I Need?

Astronomy, Astrophotorgraphy / By Oliver

When you’ve taken some amazing shots of the night sky, you might think you’re done – but your work is just beginning. Enter astrophotography software, which will help you get to the finish line. No matter how wonderful your pictures are, they can always benefit from a bit of image processing. What, exactly, is image

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What Do You Need For Astrophotography?

Astronomy, Astrophotorgraphy / By Oliver

If you’ve been fortunate enough to look up at the sky and see some celestial bodies in all their splendor, chances are you thought how great it would be to be able to take pictures of them. Well, you can – astrophotography doesn’t have to be a difficult or expensive hobby. What, exactly, is astrophotography?

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Phone Astrophotography: Gorgeous Images on the Go

Astrophotorgraphy, Resources / By Zane Landers

The very word ‘astrophotography’ sounds like something difficult and complicated. And sure, it can be; there is virtually no upper limit to how much time and money you can spend on capturing the night sky on camera. But that smartphone in your pocket – already carrying out dozens of functions other than making phone calls –

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