The Nuts & Bolts of
Astrophotography
Detailed images of all 110 Messier objects plus more then 90 of the most prominent objects visible from the northern hemisphere. Each image is accompanied with informative facts, a summary description, and information on exposure times, camera, and telescope configuration.
Learn the in's and out's of astrophotography including complete descriptions of hardware, software, and image processing techniques.
Full Color Images
This handy 256 page handbook measures 7 inches square and is filled with awesome images of the universe. Images were taken with the Canon DSLR cameras (6D and T5i) , SBIG STF8300M monochrome CCD camera, Celestron Nightscape 10100 color CCD camera, and ZWO ASI6200C cooled color CMOS camera. The telescopes which were used are the Celestron EdgeHD 11" and EdgeHD 14" reflectors, and the ES102mm refractor. Very large shots were taken the Canon wide angle lens and ZWO camera. The images reveal the relative capabilities of the different cameras and OTA configurations.
Color Glossy
Color Photos of over 200 wonders of the universe.
Informative Reference
Identifies the objects which are within reach of the backyard astronomer. What they look like, where they are, and when.
Educational
Introduction to astronomy for students or astroimagers. Summary information is included for each image.
Easy Access Handbook
This Small Handbook is simple and easy to flip through for quick identification of objects, and for reference.
"How to" Reference
The Handbook provides the amateur photographer with the information required for setup and successful imaging of deep space objects. Reveals basic techniques, including image preprocessing, stacking, digital enhancement and image layering.
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