Introduction to Astronomy and Photography (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781547107346)

Introduction to Astronomy and Photography

This book covers the basics of astronomy and photography

Table of Contents:

Part 1 - Astronomy Basics

Introduction

Learning Astronomy

Binoculars

Binocular Collimation

Telescopes and Spotting Scopes

Magnification

Field of View

Light Gathering

Tripods and Mounts

Filters

Polar Alignment with an Equatorial Mount

Star Charts for the Northern Hemisphere

Constellations

Moon Phases

Perspective of Earth and the Universe

Part 2 - Photography Basics

Photography Basics

Backyard Bird Photography

Part 3 - Astrophotography and Observing

Astrophotography Basics

DSLR Astrophotography

A Beginner's Guide to Imaging the Moon

Solar Imaging and Observation with White Light Filtration

Solar Imaging and Observation with Hydrogen Alpha Filtration

Tracking and Stacking Images

Smart Imaging Telescopes

Author: John a. Allocca
ISBN-10: 1547107340
ISBN-13: 9781547107346
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Language: English
Published: 06/01/2017
Pages: 242
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.72lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.51d