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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.
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.
Best locations for astrophotography and skywatching 2024
By Tantse Walter last updated
Highlights of the best locations for astrophotography and skywatching worldwide including practical information to make your stargazing trip a success.
South Korean probe's NASA moon camera illuminates dark lunar crater (photo)
By Andrew Jones published
An image of a crater rim near the moon's south pole shows how NASA's ShadowCam instrument is shining new light on the darker regions of our celestial neighbor.
Watch Venus and Jupiter come close to each other tonight and tomorrow in live webcasts
By Elizabeth Howell published
The Virtual Telescope Project will show the two planets meeting in the night sky on Wednesday (March 1) and Thursday (March 2). Here's how to watch.
Watch Venus and Saturn shine extra close together in a planet conjunction today in this free webcast (Jan. 22)
By Robert Lea last updated
The conjunction of Venus and Saturn will be livestreamed so astronomy fans can watch it from the comfort of their homes without having to brave the bitter cold of a January evening.
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