I'm struggling with night sky pictures. It's kind of why I started digging into using my camera better. I've kind of got the moon settings down where they look good, but when I let enough light in to get good stars, the sky itself is bleached out. Working on that.
@yesfantina It does take practice. This is what I did to get this shot. Maybe it can help you.
Aperture:
Set your lens aperture to the widest available setting, ideally at f/2.8 or lower (if your lens allows). A wider aperture lets in more light, which is crucial for capturing faint stars and the Milky Way.
Exposure Time:
Use an exposure time between 20 to 25 seconds. This duration is optimal to avoid star trails while still allowing enough light to reach the sensor. If you notice star trails in your images, reduce the exposure time slightly.
ISO Setting:
Set your ISO between 5000 and 6400. Higher ISO values will make your images brighter but can introduce noise, so find a balance that works for your desired outcome. For more detailed shots of the Milky Way, ISO 6400 is often effective.
Self-Timer/Remote Shutter Release:
Activate a 2-second delay timer or use a remote shutter release. This helps eliminate any camera shake caused by pressing the shutter button.
Ian
Aperture:
Set your lens aperture to the widest available setting, ideally at f/2.8 or lower (if your lens allows). A wider aperture lets in more light, which is crucial for capturing faint stars and the Milky Way.
Exposure Time:
Use an exposure time between 20 to 25 seconds. This duration is optimal to avoid star trails while still allowing enough light to reach the sensor. If you notice star trails in your images, reduce the exposure time slightly.
ISO Setting:
Set your ISO between 5000 and 6400. Higher ISO values will make your images brighter but can introduce noise, so find a balance that works for your desired outcome. For more detailed shots of the Milky Way, ISO 6400 is often effective.
Self-Timer/Remote Shutter Release:
Activate a 2-second delay timer or use a remote shutter release. This helps eliminate any camera shake caused by pressing the shutter button.