A Celestial Snapshot: My Moon Photo from Tonight
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A Celestial Snapshot: My Moon Photo from Tonight

Astrophotography
August 12, 20253 min read
Cosmic Chronicles

Cosmic Chronicles

Space Science Writer

A Celestial Snapshot: My Moon Photo from Tonight

Tonight, the Moon presented a magnificent spectacle, and I was fortunate enough to capture it with my equipment. It's always a thrill to turn my lens towards our nearest celestial neighbor and bring its detailed surface into focus.

The Moon captured with a telescope and iPhone

The Gear Behind the Shot

Capturing this image was a collaborative effort between some reliable equipment:

  • Telescope: Skywatcher 102 Skymax
  • Mount: Synscan
  • Camera: iPhone 11 (using its native camera)
  • Lens: 20 mm

Bringing Out the Details

As is often the case with astrophotography, a bit of post-processing can really make the details pop. I used the built-in photo editing options on my iPhone to enhance the sharpness, bringing out the subtle textures and craters on the lunar surface.

It's incredible to see what can be achieved with accessible technology combined with a passion for observing the cosmos. I hope you enjoy this glimpse of the Moon as much as I enjoyed capturing it!

Tags:

Telescope
Astrophotography
Moon
iPhone
Lunar
Skywatcher

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