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ERIC Number: ED304333
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 1988
Pages: 25
Abstractor: N/A
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: N/A
EISSN: N/A
Astrophotography Basics: Meteors, Comets, Eclipses, Aurorae, Star Trails. Revised.
Eastman Kodak Co., Rochester, NY.
This pamphlet gives an introduction to the principles of astronomical picture-taking. Chapters included are: (1) "Getting Started" (describing stationary cameras, sky charts and mapping, guided cameras, telescopes, brightness of astronomical subjects, estimating exposure, film selection, camera filters, film processing, and exposure for basic astrophotography); (2) "Solar Eclipse" (discussing safety issues, filters for partial phases, focal length of lens, camera protection, exposure, what to photograph, telescope, camera support, filters, and exposure for still and movie cameras); and (3) "Lunar Eclipse" (presenting general procedures, exposure, and exposure recommendations). The appendix provides information on books, references, and supply sources. Many pictures, diagrams, and tables are provided. (YP)
Eastman Kodak Company, Department 412L, 343 State Street, Rochester, NY 14650 ($2.00 each; minimum order $5.00 plus tax and shipping).
Publication Type: Guides - Non-Classroom; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: N/A
Audience: N/A
Language: English
Sponsor: N/A
Authoring Institution: Eastman Kodak Co., Rochester, NY.
Grant or Contract Numbers: N/A