When we think of astrophotography, usually big telescopes on robotic mounts that cost thousands of dollars come to mind. But you can capture beautiful astrophotos a different way - with only a camera ...

Photography is one of my most consistent creative practices, and I've dabbled in astrophotography, which is photography of stars, planets, moons and other celestial objects in the night sky. I've used ...

The article details introductory astrophotography techniques, focusing on readily accessible methods using a DSLR camera and basic equipment such as a tripod and optionally, an intervalometer. It ...

When taking pictures of the night sky, any noise picked up by the sensor can obscure the desired result. One major cause of noise in CMOS sensors is heat—even small amounts can degrade the final image ...

Starfront Observatories allows amateur astronomers to rent a spot for their telescopes and photograph the cosmos over a high-speed data connection. In a year and a half, Starfront Observatories in ...

John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In ...