Astrophotography Articles

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Telescope Buying Guide

Guide to Buying Your First Telescope

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We often have questions about what telescope an aspiring amateur astronomer should buy. The "correct" answer can be elusive and is highly dependent on…
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Getting Started with Solar System Imaging

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Some of the most visible objects in the sky are objects within our own solar system: including the Sun, moon, and planets. These objects are generally…

15 of the Best PF 2017 Eclipse Photos

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The 2017 August Eclipse really was something special. Fortunately Physics Forums has great photographers and snapped some remarkable shots. Here are a…
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Learn Advanced Astrophotography Tips

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 "I’ve tried astrophotography and want to know how to improve."Here’s where I assume you are contemplating the purchase of a tracking…
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Learn Intermediate Astrophotography Tips

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  Level 2: I know how to use a camera, what do I need to know for astrophotography? Image processing methods used to reduce background and noise…
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Introduction to Astrophotography for Beginners

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 For this Insight series (3 total), my assumption is that either you are using a camera (with an attached lens) or you already know how to…