Full Description
There are many books covering different facets of astrophotography, but few of them contain all the necessary steps for beginners in one accessible place. Astrophotography is Easy! fills that void, serving as a guide to anybody interested in the subject but starting totally from scratch. Assuming no prior experience, the author runs through the basics for how to take astrophotos using just a camera—including cell phones and tablets—as well as a telescope and more sophisticated equipment.
The book includes proven techniques, checklists, safety guidelines, troubleshooting tips, and more. Each chapter builds upon the last, allowing readers to master basic techniques before moving on to more challenging material. Also included is a comprehensive list of additional books and resources on a variety of topics so readers can continue expanding their skills.
Astrophotography Is Easy! doesn't simply teach you the basic skills for becoming an astrophotographer: it provides you with the foundations you will need for a lifelong pursuit.
Contents
Table of Contents
Acknowledgements
Dedication
Foreword
Author's Note
About the Author
Chapter 1Introduction
Chapter 2Cameras
Chapter 3Lenses
Chapter 4Telescopes
Chapter 5Imaging Methods with Your Telescope
Chapter 6Mountings
Chapter 7Software and Other Necessary Accessories
Chapter 8Astrophotography Rules to Live By
Chapter 9Getting Acquainted with the Sky
Chapter 10Location Matters
Chapter 11It's Astrophotography Time!
Chapter 12TheSun and More
Chapter 13The Moon
Chapter 14Eclipses
Chapter 15The Stars and Planets
Chapter 16International Space Station and Satellites
Chapter 17Asteroids, Comets, Meteors, Fireballs, Bolides, Meteor Showers
Chapter 18Aurorae and Glows in the Sky
Chapter 19The Milky Way
Chapter 20DSOs - Deep Sky Objects
Chapter 21Process, Print and Post Your Astropics
Chapter 22The Astrophotography Bug
Chapter 23 Suggested Reading and Internet Links
Appendix: Suggested Reading and Internet Links
Index
