Do you wish your camera could autofocus on stars—without reframing? Good news. The venerable Pentax K-1 DSLR now has Star AF available in the U.S. Autofocusing on pinpoint stars just got a whole lot easier—and you can forget endless pixel-peeping.
If you want to find out about six essential apps for night (and day) photography, you've come to the right place. Whether you have iOS or Android, these apps will greatly enhance your photography. The sixth one is surely one that doesn't make it on many photography app lists!
Auto White Balance (AWB) works for some scenarios. Night photography is not one of them. Here are five solid reasons to ditch AWB—and how doing so can instantly improve your night photography game.
Yes, there's really a rock in the shape of a heart in Joshua Tree National Park! This is the story behind this night photo, including how I went about lighting it.
We take you behind the scenes to reveal how you can use handheld light to create photos such as this mysterious abandoned modern house in the Mojave Desert.
You can never have too many wide angle lens options. Different uses require different capabilities, and this new prime option is more versatile than it seems.
Is there a difference between blending and compositing in post-processing? Some photographers make no distinction between the two. But for many, there's a notable difference. It can represent the difference between deception and handling noise or dynamic range.
The Perseid meteor shower is often the most spectacular meteor shower in the Northern Hemisphere due to frequency as well as its appearance in summer. Here's how to photograph it!
An intervalometer are inexpensive and invaluable. We will break down what it is, how it can help you, and how to use it.
How might you take a night photo of an observatory near the entrance of Joshua Tree National Park? We take you behind the scenes to discuss photographing this image for a local magazine and some quick problem-solving. And you'll learn more about how to create photos such as this.
What LED lights are the best tools for you to light paint subjects at night? Let's start with the most inexpensive light painting choices and work our way up.
You can learn how to light paint subjects in a matter of minutes. You'll learn how to do it well. And you'll learn how to do it inexpensively (if you want). Let's go!
Astrophotography using a star tracker can dramatically improve your deep space images, but setting it up properly takes careful preparation. Even small errors can reduce the clarity and detail of your shots.
What gear do you need to photograph landscapes with the Milky Way? The good news is that you don't need the most expensive, fanciest gear to get amazing Milky Way photos.
Adobe's new Adaptive Color Profile uses AI to analyze an image, adjusting color, tone, and contrast of raw images. Unlike presets, Adaptive Color Profile is not a "one size fits all." How would it work with night photography images, which are notoriously difficult for AI to interpret?
Astrophotography hinges on choosing the right location, often even more than equipment or technical skill. Whether you're battling city lights or traveling to remote spots, knowing how to select a dark sky location directly impacts the quality of your images.
An unusual Soul Service Station in the desert. Long streaking stars. Surreal light painting. We take you behind the scenes to reveal how you can also create photos such as this.
Star trails are magical. They show the apparent movements of the stars over a long period of time, a result of the rotation of the Earth. And even better, they're easy to photograph and process in Adobe Photoshop!
Canon has just released the fourth lens in its L VCM line of Hybrid Primes, the RF 20mm f/1.4 L VCM. I got to have an early look and wanted to share my thoughts.
Photoshop is a powerful tool for enhancing deep space images, offering capabilities that go beyond traditional astrophotography software.
While most photographers chase the Milky Way's dazzling core, there's a quieter, overlooked region that holds its own celestial magic. In this video, Jeroen ventures to the darkest skies of the Netherlands to reveal why this hidden galactic treasure deserves your attention.
You've probably wondered whether investing in a specialized lens for astrophotography will significantly boost your results. According to this veteran, however, there's something else far more important that beginners should focus on first.
In this article, I will show you one of the most critical skills a landscape photographer must have. It helped me take the title photo and many of the best images in my portfolio.
Josh Dury, a photographer based in Somerset, UK, recently captured a panoramic image showing all eight planets—including Earth—in a single frame. He took the photograph on February 22, 2025, during an uncommon astronomical event called the "planetary parade," an occurrence when all eight planets align on one side of the Sun.
When Dwarflab announced the development of the Dwarf 3 Smart Telescope, I could not contain my excitement. I thoroughly enjoy astrophotography. For me, that has been limited to subjects like the Milky Way or Aurora Borealis. Deep Space photography and solar imagery have always been a dream of mine, but the learning curve and costs can be extraordinary. The Dwarf 3’s promises are big, but does it deliver? In this article, I put this smart telescope to the test.
I love space! Seriously! Whenever we have clear skies, I really appreciate spending my time looking up at the...
Star trackers can transform your astrophotography by enabling longer exposures without star trails, allowing you to capture more detail in the night sky. Understanding their intricacies, however, is essential, as they can be finicky and require practice to master. Whether you’re interested in photographing the Milky Way, nebulae, or galaxies, mastering a star tracker will open up new creative possibilities for your work.
Small, uncomplicated automated telescopes for casual viewing seem to have taken off. Among the most popular are the Seestar, the Dwarf2, and the newer Dwarf3.
Satellite trails can be a major headache when photographing deep space objects, especially during the winter months when many popular targets are affected. These streaks disrupt the clarity of your images, and understanding how to manage them is key to producing clean, polished astrophotography.
When it comes to lenses, photographers who hear "ultra-wide" and "fast apertures" are usually bracing for an equally impressive price tag. The Viltrox 16mm f/1.8, however, seeks to deliver excellent optical quality and unique lens features at a reasonable price—in this review, I’ll see if Viltrox can execute a truly great ultra-wide prime.
