A Deep Sky Astrophotography Primer: Creating Stunning Images Is Easier Than You Think! (The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy)

by Michael O'Brien

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This instructional guide has one aim: to teach inexperienced astrophotographers how to take high quality images. Often, basic information about astrophotography is lacking, or is dealt with too briefly in books on the subject. This book is a distillation of the author’s own experiences, bringing together everything you will need to make the fastest possible progress in deep-sky imaging. 
The book will teach you how to set up and use your astrophotography equipment in a systematic, easy-to-follow manner, helping you get started while avoiding common mistakes. With a step-by-step walk-through course and a unique observational guide to each object, the book contains a plethora of valuable, beginner-friendly information. Particularly useful is the chapter on troubleshooting, which will help newcomers avoid further frustration when things just don’t seem to go right! The book also contains a number of easy to advanced DIY projects for imagers working on a budget.
  • ISBN13 9783031157615
  • Publish Date 20 April 2023
  • Publish Status Active
  • Publish Country CH
  • Imprint Springer International Publishing AG
  • Edition 2023 ed.
  • Format Paperback
  • Pages 327
  • Language English