Let me first give a simple overview of the key settings that go into capturing the night sky.Īll of today’s digital SLRs have the ability to capture images in either JPEG or RAW format. To capture the night sky as a single photograph involves taking just one picture, but to capture the night sky in motion will require a series of pictures that, when assembled using software, will turn into a motion video it’s the digital equivalent of a flip-book. Up until the introduction of high-ISO capable DSLRs, there wasn’t an easy or affordable way to capture the beauty of the night sky in motion. ![]() Most of us have witnessed a star-filled sky, but the sky in motion is not something that happens fast enough for the naked eye to perceive. Time-lapse photography is an art form that allows us to see the world in a different way. Wide-angle lens with f/2.8 or faster aperture In the chart below I have listed the basics you’ll need, as well as a list of the key settings. Beyond the right tools, all you really need is the right camera settings. If you’re an avid photographer it’s likely you already have the tools you need to start capturing the night sky. After capturing a sequence of photos, it’s a simple matter to turn them into breathtaking time-lapse videos. Yet my fascination with the night sky grew exponentially about six years ago when I learned that my digital SLR had the capabilities to capture the brilliance of the night sky, including details that my own eyes weren’t able to resolve. And throughout, I’ve experienced an uncanny need to keep staring at the full moon for about an hour after it rises. Later, I’d take my daughter out during meteor showers to see how many shooting stars we could count. As a young kid I’d stare up at the stars. Showcasing amazing maker projects of 2022Įver since I can remember, I’ve had a fascination with the night sky. Gift the gift of Make: Magazine this holiday season! Subscribe to the premier DIY magazine todayĬommunity access, print, and digital Magazine, and more Share a cool tool or product with the community.įind a special something for the makers in your life. Skill builder, project tutorials, and more Get hands-on with kits, books, and more from the Maker Shed A project collaboration and documentation platform.Initiatives for the next generation of makers. ![]()
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