Digital Astrophotography

Author : David Ratledge
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2006-01-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781846282560

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Digital Astrophotography: The State of the Art by David Ratledge Pdf

Provides novice to accomplished amateur astronomers with a firm grounding in the basics and successful use of digital astrophotography. Provides examples of the best images, and gives readers hints and tips about how to get the best out of this extraordinary technology. Experts in CCD astronomy from North America and Europe have contributed to this book, illustrating their help and advice with many beautiful colour images – the book is in full color throughout. Techniques range from using simple webcams to highly technical aspects such as supernovae patrolling. Computer processing, stacking and image-enhancement are detailed, along with many hints and tips from the experts.

Author : Michael A. Covington
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2018-10-18
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781316639931

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Digital SLR Astrophotography by Michael A. Covington Pdf

A definitive handbook to photographing the night sky using DSLR cameras, including projects for both beginners and more advanced enthusiasts.

Author : Michael A. Covington
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1999-05-03
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0521627400

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Astrophotography for the Amateur by Michael A. Covington Pdf

First published in 1999, this is an expanded and updated edition of the best-selling, standard handbook on astrophotography for amateurs.

Author : Robert Reeves
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Astronomical photography
ISBN : 0943396948

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Introduction to Digital Astrophotography by Robert Reeves Pdf

Author : Harry John Philip Arnold
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Astronomical photography
ISBN : UCSC:32106018270907

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Astrophotography by Harry John Philip Arnold Pdf

How to photograph planets, stars, satellites, meteorites and other phenomena in the night sky. Includes equipment advice for digital and conventional photography, star charts and how to shoot photographs with telescopes.

Author : Chris Woodhouse
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2015-05
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781317680154

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The Astrophotography Manual by Chris Woodhouse Pdf

The Astrophotography Manual is for those photographers who aspire to move beyond using standard SLR cameras and editing software, and who are ready to create beautiful images of nebulas, galaxies, clusters, and the solar system. Beginning with a brief astronomy primer, this book takes readers through the full astrophotography process, from choosing and using equipment through image capture, calibration, and processing. This combination of technical background information and the hands-on approach brings the science down to earth with a practical method to plan for success. Features include: Over 400 images, graphs, and tables to illustrate these concepts A wide range of hardware to be used, including smartphones, tablets, and the latest mount technologies How to utilize a variety of leading software such as Maxim DL, Nebulosity, Sequence Generator Pro, Photoshop, and PixInsight Case studies showing how and when to use certain tools and overcoming technical challenges How sensor performance and light pollution relate to image quality and exposure planning

Author : Chris Woodhouse
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 1101 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2017-12-04
Category : Photography
ISBN : 9781351658928

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The Astrophotography Manual by Chris Woodhouse Pdf

The Astrophotography Manual, Second Edition is for photographers ready to move beyond standard SLR cameras and editing software to create beautiful images of nebulas, galaxies, clusters, and the stars. Beginning with a brief astronomy primer, this book takes readers through the full astrophotography process, from choosing and using equipment to image capture, calibration, and processing. This combination of technical background and hands-on approach brings the science down to earth, with practical methods to ensure success. This second edition now includes: Over 170 pages of new content within 22 new chapters, with 600 full-color illustrations. Covers a wide range of hardware, including mobile devices, remote control and new technologies. Further insights into leading software, including automation, Sequence Generator Pro and PixInsight Ground-breaking practical chapters on hardware and software as well as alternative astrophotography pursuits

Author : Gregory I. Redfern
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 474 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2020-10-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030459437

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Astrophotography is Easy! by Gregory I. Redfern Pdf

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.

Author : Stefan Seip
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Astronomical photography
ISBN : 1933952164

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Digital Astrophotography by Stefan Seip Pdf

At first glance, the challenge of astrophotography may appear daunting. But not only are spectacular results possible, they are easy to learn with the step-by-step instructions provided in this handy resource, which shows amateurs how to produce images to rival a professional observatory.

Author : Neale Monks
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2006-03-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781846280771

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Astronomy with a Home Computer by Neale Monks Pdf

Here is a one-volume guide to just about everything computer-related for amateur astronomers! Today’s amateur astronomy is inextricably linked to personal computers. Computer-controlled "go-to" telescopes are inexpensive. CCD and webcam imaging make intensive use of the technology for capturing and processing images. Planetarium software provides information and an easy interface for telescopes. The Internet offers links to other astronomers, information, and software. The list goes on and on. Find out here how to choose the best planetarium program: are commercial versions really better than freeware? Learn how to optimise a go-to telescope, or connect it to a lap-top. Discover how to choose the best webcam and use it with your telescope. Create a mosaic of the Moon, or high-resolution images of the planets... Astronomy with a Home Computer is designed for every amateur astronomer who owns a home computer, whether it is running Microsoft Windows, Mac O/S or Linux. It doesn’t matter what kind of telescope you own either - a small refractor is just as useful as a big "go-to" SCT for most of the projects in this book.

Author : Michael C Shaw
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 444 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2017-03-15
Category : Photography
ISBN : 9781317410386

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The Complete Guide to Landscape Astrophotography by Michael C Shaw Pdf

The Complete Guide to Landscape Astrophotography is the ultimate manual for anyone looking to create spectacular landscape astrophotography images. By explaining the science of landscape astrophotography in clear and straightforward language, it provides insights into phenomena such as the appearance or absence of the Milky Way, the moon, and constellations. This unique approach, which combines the underlying scientific principles of astronomy with those of photography, will help deepen your understanding and give you the tools you need to fulfil your artistic vision. Key features include: • Distinguished Guest Gallery of images from renowned nightscape photographers such as Babak Tafreshi, Bryan Peterson, Alan Dyer, Brenda Tharp, Royce Bair, Wally Pacholka, and David Kingham • The twenty-five best landscape astrophotography subjects and how to photograph them • Astronomy 101 - build your knowledge of night sky objects and their motion: the Milky Way, moon, Aurora Borealis/Australis, constellations, meteors and comets • Information on state-of-the-art planning software and apps designed to enable you to capture and enhance your landscape astrophotography • Field guide for creating a detailed plan for your night shoot • Description of the best moon phases for specific types of nightscape images, and the best months and times of night to see the Milky Way • How-to guide for creating stunning time-lapse videos of the night sky, including Holy Grail transitions from pre-sunset to complete darkness • Four detailed case studies on creating landscape astrophotography images of the Milky Way, full moon, star trails, and constellations

Author : Gerald R. Hubbell
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2012-11-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781461451730

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Scientific Astrophotography by Gerald R. Hubbell Pdf

Scientific Astrophotography is intended for those amateur astronomers who are looking for new challenges, once they have mastered visual observing and the basic imaging of various astronomical objects. It will also be a useful reference for scientifically inclined observers who want to learn the fundamentals of astrophotography with a firm emphasis on the discipline of scientific imaging. This books is not about making beautiful astronomical images; it is about recording astronomical images that are scientifically rigorous and from which accurate data can be extracted. This book is unique in that it gives readers the skills necessary for obtaining excellent images for scientific purposes in a concise and procedurally oriented manner. This not only gets the reader used to a disciplined approach to imaging to maximize quality, but also to maximize the success (and minimize the frustration!) inherent in the pursuit of astrophotography. The knowledge and skills imparted to the reader of this handbook also provide an excellent basis for “beautiful picture” astrophotography! There is a wealth of information in this book – a distillation of ideas and data presented by a diverse set of sources and based on the most recent techniques, equipment, and data available to the amateur astronomer. There are also numerous practical exercises. Scientific Astrophotography is perfect for any amateur astronomer who wants to go beyond just astrophotography and actually contribute to the science of astronomy.

Author : Nicholas Nigro
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2010-07-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780762766048

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Knack Night Sky by Nicholas Nigro Pdf

Knack Night Sky is an ode to the solar system in its awe-inspiring complexity. This book shows you ways to find stars, constellations, and other celestial objects, photos, comets, and meteor showers from the past and comets and meteor showers to come.

Author : Harry John Philip Arnold
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Astronomical photography
ISBN : 0540083127

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Philip's Astrophotography by Harry John Philip Arnold Pdf

A practical guide to photographing the night sky. Explains how to capture the Sun, Moon and planets, as well as constellations, comets, meteors and Earthly phenomena. Includes information on CCDs, digital cameras and photography through the telescope.

Author : Philip S. Harrington
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 454 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2011-02-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781118046333

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Star Ware by Philip S. Harrington Pdf

Praise for Star Ware "Star Ware is still a tour de force that any experienced amateur will find invaluable, and which hardware-minded beginners will thoroughly enjoy." - Robert Burnham, Sky & Telescope magazine "Star Ware condenses between two covers what would normally take a telescope buyer many months to accumulate." - John Shibley, Astronomy magazine Whether you're shopping for your first telescope or your fifth, don't be surprised if you feel overwhelmed by the dazzling array of product choices, bells and whistles, and the literature that describes them all. That's why you need Star Ware. In this revised and updated Fourth Edition of the essential guide to comparing and selecting sky-watching equipment, award-winning astronomy writer Philip Harrington takes you telescope shopping the easy way. He analyzes and explains today's astronomy market and compares brands and models point by point. Star Ware gives you the confidence you need to buy the telescope and accessories that are right for you and the knowledge to get the most out of your new purchase, with: * Extensive, expanded reviews of leading models and accessories-including dozens of new products * A clear, step-by-step guide to every aspect of selecting telescopes, binoculars, filters, mounts, lenses, cameras, film, star charts, guides and references, and much more * Ten new do-it-yourself projects for building your own astronomical equipment * Easy tips on setting up, using, and caring for telescopes and other astronomical equipment * Lists of where to find everything astronomical, including Web sites and resources; distributors, dealers, and conventions; and corporate listings for products and services