![]() Star trackers use a motor to spin your camera at the same rate as the Earth to cancel out the movement of the stars. The best way to deal with the rotation is by using a star tracker. Exposures could easily range from 1 minute – 5 minutes long, and in time-lengths like that, it’s impossible to get sharp images without first measuring and counteracting the rotation of the Earth. The light from the stars is very faint and will require long exposures to see. ![]() The first problem that every astrophotographer will need to learn to deal with is the rotation of the earth. I have personally found a passion for astrophotography, and I thought I’d share some tips on what you may need to know to get started in such a unique and exciting genre of photography. ![]() Luckily enough people have attempted astrophotography to form a general idea about what the best way to get started is. There are numerous technical problems to overcome, substantial initial investments, and a considerable chance of getting burnt out if you get too frustrated. It is sometimes said that astrophotography is one of the most challenging types of photography out there. ( Editor's Note: This piece is an excerpt of a story by Bray Falls, which first appeared on.
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