N-Photo: the Nikon magazine

Astrophotography

PRO ADVICE

Expert insight to help you take your best astro shots with beautiful starry skies

1 FOCUS IN THE DARK

Our favourite way to focus in the dark is to have a friend point a powerful torch at your foreground, so you can lock on easily via AF.

2 DARK SKY LOCATIONS

Have a look online for dark sky locations that are closest to you. These sites will give you the best

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