Be sure to take advantage of our following tips for taking pictures of the night sky before you leave us today.
Limit Camera Movement
A tripod is the best way to prevent camera shake. Pressing the shutter button can cause slight vibrations. To avoid this problem, use a cable release or set the camera to take pictures after 2 seconds.
Vibration is caused by the mirror rotating up out of the way. A camera has a mirror lock function, but the first shot is fired without locking the mirror down.
Frame Your Shots
When shooting the night sky, it is important to frame the shot by using your own eyes because it can be difficult to line an area up in the viewfinder in darkness. You should focus on an area of sky and land that looks interesting to you.
Check Your Settings
Make sure that you know how to use your camera's settings before attempting to photograph the night sky. Focus carefully and set your exposure accordingly. Don't worry about getting it completely perfect, because you can always edit them later.