Photography Week

Ralf Rohner is an astrophotographer from Switzerland and also a pilot for Swiss International Air Lines, a job that allows him to indulge his passion for travel and astronomy. He is a pioneer of the application of deep space imaging techniques in lan

Use a DSLR or mirrorless camera with manual aperture, ISO and shutter speeds to give you control over the exposure and allow you to capture more detail in the sky. A wide-angle lens with a low f-number is also important. This Nikon 14-24mm f/2.8 lens

To capture stunning celestial images in astrophotography, it’s important to seek out the darkest skies possible. Light pollution from urban areas can obscure details, and render distant stars and galaxies such as the Milky Way invisible. The Bortle s

A star tracker is a motorised equatorial mount that tracks stars by turning in time with the rotation of the Earth, ensuring that the stars remain in focus throughout the shot. Not only does it improve the overall quality of your images, it also allo

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