High Resolution Astrophotography

This 1995 guide is packed with practical tips on how to obtain the highest resolution in your astrophotography.

How do you get the highest possible resolution from your telescope? For those interested in photographing the Sun, Moon and planets, this 1995 volume provides a detailed reference guide: it is packed with practical tips to improve your techniques, and provides a wealth of stunning images by talented amateur astronomers.How do you get the best from your telescope? For those interested in photographing the Sun, Moon and planets, this volume provides a detailed reference. Originally published in 1995, this guide is packed with practical tips on how to obtain the highest resolution in your astrophotography, and provides a wealth of stunning images by highly talented amateurs showing just what can be achieved. Individual chapters describe the various types of telescopes and the most suitable equipment to photograph a given subject, and recommend films and techniques in developing and printing. Also given are short biographies of key high-resolution astrophotographers, and an extensive bibliography of further reading. This guide provides both a wealth of sound, practical techniques and a unique portfolio of solar system images - an inspirational handbook for any amateur astronomer.