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A Beginner’s Guide to Choosing the Right Astronomy Camera
Astrophotography involves a lot more than just pointing a camera at the sky—it’s a craft that requires patience, technique, and a fair...
Mar 2116 min read


The Ultimate Guide to Filters for Astronomy Cameras
Discover how to enhance your astrophotography with the ultimate guide to astronomy camera filters.
Nov 3, 20245 min read


Advanced Astrophotography Techniques for Smartphone Users
Smartphone cameras have come a long way. Thanks to advances in sensor sensitivity and software, you can now capture incredible shots of...
Nov 3, 20245 min read


Image Stacking with Deep Sky Stacker
Astrophotography is often a quest for clarity and detail, and in that pursuit, image stacking is an indispensable technique. By capturing...
Nov 3, 20246 min read


Imaging Comets: Astrophotography Tips for Stunning Shots
Comets are among the most exciting celestial objects to photograph. Their glowing comas and long, flowing tails make them fantastic...
Oct 28, 20248 min read


C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan–ATLAS): Your Next Big Astrophotography Target?
Hey, fellow stargazers and space enthusiasts! Let's talk about something that's got the astronomy community buzzing—C/2023 A3...
Oct 3, 20245 min read

An introduction to back focus for beginners to astrophotography
Backfocus. It's a term you've probably heard of. But what is it, why does it matter, and how do you set it correctly for your equipment?
Dec 28, 20235 min read


How to take photos of the night sky using your digital camera
How to choose the best camera settings and lenses, compose your shot, and process your images.
Oct 20, 202310 min read
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