Astrophotography
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Spooky space: 11 haunting images of our cosmos
By Hanneke Weitering last updated
Here are some of the most spine-chilling space photos to scare your pants off this Halloween.
Top tips for astrophotography composition 2024
By Josh Dury published
Reference Improve your composing in astrophotographs, from camera choice and framing to planning, compositional technique and the best camera settings.
Queen Rock legend Brian May launches Space.com astrophotography competition for signed copy of his asteroid book (video)
By Tereza Pultarova last updated
Sir Brian May and NASA's OSIRIS-REx chief scientist Dante Lauretta challenge Space.com readers to photograph solar system objects to win a signed copy of their new book about asteroid Bennu.
How to photograph meteors and meteor showers
By Stuart Cornell last updated
How to Meteors streaking across the night sky make thrilling subjects for astrophotographers everywhere. Our guide shows you how to capture them at their very best.
How to photograph a supermoon
By Tom Ormerod last updated
Learn how to compose the perfect supermoon photo in time for the next one.
Astronaut shares stunning view of July's supermoon from space (photo)
By Samantha Mathewson published
July's full Buck Moon — the first of four consecutive supermoons — rose on July 3, and an astronaut aboard the ISS snapped a stunning view of the celestial sight.
Full Buck Moon, the 1st supermoon of the year, thrills skywatchers all over the world (photos, video)
By Robert Lea published
On July 3, the Buck Moon full supermoon rose over Earth, and enthusiastic skywatchers were on hand to capture stunning images of the event.
Nikon Z8 review
By Jase Parnell-Brookes published
Review An absolute behemoth in every respect, the Nikon Z8 is poised to be the go-to camera for professionals and enthusiastic amateurs with the budget.
New supernova thrills astronomers and skywatchers around the world (photos)
By Elizabeth Howell published
A star explosion in deep space is visible in amateur telescopes, although folks have had to battle low lighting conditions, haze and the occasional satellite trail to see it in action.
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