Covington M. Digital SLR Astrophotography

Cambridge University, 2007. — 235 p. — (Practical Amateur Astronomy).Practical Amateur Astronomy Digital SLR Astrophotography. In the last few years, digital SLR cameras have taken the astrophotography world by
storm. It is now easier to photograph the stars than ever before! They are compact and portable, easy to couple to special lenses and all types of telescopes, and above all, DSLR cameras are easy and enjoyable to use. In this concise guide, experienced astrophotography expert Michael Covington outlines the simple, enduring basics that will enable you to get started, and help you get the most from your equipment. He covers a wide range of equipment, simple and advanced projects, technical considerations, and image processing techniques. Unlike other astrophotography books, this one focuses specifically on DSLR cameras, not astronomical CCDs, non-DSLR digital cameras, or film. This guide is ideal for astrophotographers who wish
to develop their skills using DSLR cameras and as a friendly introduction to amateur astronomers or photographers curious about photographing the night sky.