Here Are Some Resources For Effective Moon Photography Tips And Techniques

The night sky is stunning and the objects in the night sky are one of the most beautiful subjects that can be photographed mostly from your backyard. One of the most interesting and the brightest subjects in the night sky is the moon. Knowing the moon phases and a good understanding of controlling exposure in your camera can help you capture beautiful images of the moon.

In order to capture details on the moon’s surface, it is good to use a narrow aperture between f/8 and f/11. You will need a tripod, focus manually and use a shutter speed based on the focal length you are using to avoid motion blur. A remote trigger will also greatly help with capturing sharp images.

Here are some resources for effective moon photography tips and techniques.

When starting out with moon photography, most of us imagine those closeup shots of the moon that fill the frame, with a lot of details of the moon’s surface visible. When actually capturing the images, they may turn out to be a white blob or spot in the frame. This can be quite frustrating, but without giving up, check out this detailed guide on how to photograph the moon.

If you are looking for some quick tips to refer to when photographing the moon, then this article quickly goes through a checklist that will help you to capture a quick shot of the moon. Always remember to make minor adjustments based on light, sky conditions and the gear that you use.

Did you know that the moon is not just white but has some interesting colours? This is due to the mineral deposits on its surface. If you have not seen the colours yourself, the next time you photograph the moon, switch to live view and zoom in on the surface of the moon. You will be able to see the colours on its surface without the help of any accessories – just make sure the sky is very clear. Now you can capture the moon and post process to bring out its colours. This article will take you through all the steps required to capture and edit a mineral moon.

A lot of photographers these days start their photography journey with their smartphones and some continue to do so for a while. While a smartphone can be a great tool for most genre of photography, it can be quite tricky when it comes to capturing photos of night sky objects. With some patience and understanding of camera settings you can capture decent images of the moon. There are also telephoto lens attachments sold for smartphones that can be used to capture closeup photos of the moon. This article discusses all the essentials required to capture a photograph of the moon using an iPhone or an Android.

The rising or setting Moon glows in a bright orangish colour very similar to the rising or setting Sun. This is due to the fact that the light from the rising Moon needs to pass through the thick atmosphere, before you can see it. Most of the shorter wavelengths of light in the blue end of the spectrum are scattered while the longer wavelengths towards the red end are visible. During this time the moon can look a bit fuzzy without great details but with some care, stunning photos of the rising Moon can be captured. This article discusses 3 tips to capture a perfect moonrise.

Moonscapes may have a confusing meaning like a Lunar landscape or a devastated landscape, but here in this article, we are talking about a landscape or a cityscape photo, with the moon in the sky. The moon is such a beautiful subject that it can add meaning, story and mood to an otherwise boring landscape or cityscape. In this article, we have provided all the details you need to capture a stunning moonscape.

You may have heard of the term blood moon. During a total Lunar eclipse, the moon turns to a beautiful blood red because of the red light getting refracted and falling on the moon. A Lunar eclipse is quite a common occurrence compared to a Solar eclipse, but a total Lunar eclipse can also be a rare one, depending on where you live. So, if you wish to capture a photo of the eclipsed moon in the future, it is quite easy and this article will go through all the steps required to capture the blood moon.

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