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More copies of this ISBNAstrophotography: An Introduction to Film and Digital Imagingby H J P Arnold
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments: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. Book News Annotation:This well-organized and beautifully illustrated guide provides
detailed discussion and tips on how to photograph various types of
cosmic sights and events. Arnold, the space and astronomy
correspondent for the British Journal of Photography, has written
the guide for both amateur photographers who are unfamiliar with
astronomy, and amateur astronomers who are unfamiliar with
photography. Types of cameras (both 35mm and digital), lenses,
settings, and techniques are introduced then their use to photograph
a vast array of cosmic subjects is described.
Annotation (c)2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) Synopsis:Astronomy buffs often wish they could photograph what they see through their telescopes. Camera buffs often wish they knew the techniques for capturing majestic yet elusive heavenly bodies. Astrophotography brings these two hobbies together in one complete resource. This big, fully-illustrated book offers: Practical guidance and authoritative adviceEquipment resources and contactsBrand-new star charts and illustrationsTechniques for conventional and digital photography Step-by-step instructions are given for choosing and using the right camera, shooting with a telescope, getting the best out of black and white and color film, and developing pictures at home or while traveling. Specific instructions are given for photographing: The Sun, the Moon and the planetsMeteors and cometsStars and satellitesRainbows, halos, and other phenomena in the night sky This new edition also includes the latest information for shooting digital and dedicated astro CCDs (charge-coupled device) for capturing faint nebulae and distant galaxies. Generously illustrated with 100 color and black and white photographs, Astrophotography is an attractive and easy-to-use reference. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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