The popularity of shooting the moon remains as strong as ever. Whatever the current phase of the moon, it is an impressive object to photograph. In my own journey into astrophotography, I have taken many pictures of the moon with a camera or a through a telescope. It is an easy target, so beginners can capture it without the use of tracking.
I will explain how to begin shooting the moon so that you get amazing pictures of your own. So, grab your camera, step into the realm of lunar photography, and let’s unveil the secrets together.
Equipment and Gear for shooting the moon
Before you start shooting the moon you’ll need the right equipment. This is quite an easy subject to image and so chances are, even if you are a beginner, you’ll have most of what you need. For more advanced astrophotographers, you’ll want to have the best quality setup for lunar photography.
Essential photography equipment for shooting the moon includes the following:
A DSLR camera
A suitable lens
A sturdy tripod
A remote-controlled shutter release or intervalometer.
The above equipment is for the basic setup for lunar photography. If you wish to take pictures of the moon through a telescope, which I often do, then you’ll need to fix your camera to your telescope. In this case, you can use a DSLR camera or a planetary camera which needs to be connected to a laptop or computer.
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