astrophotography
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Etymology
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From astro- + photography.
Pronunciation
[edit]- Rhymes: -ɒɡɹəfi
Noun
[edit]astrophotography (uncountable)
- (astronomy, photography) The photography or imaging of astronomical objects, celestial events or areas of the night sky.
- Synonym: astronomical imaging
- 1967, H. Charles Laun, The Natural History Guide, Alsace Books and Films, page 44:
- As in most nature photography, the 35mm single lens reflex camera is probably the best choice for astrophotography.
- 2017, Chris Woodhouse, The Astrophotography Manual, 2nd edition, Taylor & Francis (Routledge), page 10:
- Their[CMOS sensors'] pixel size, linearity and noise performance are not necessarily ideal for astrophotography.
- 2018, Michael A. Covington, Digital SLR Astrophotography, 2nd edition, Cambridge University Press, page 18:
- Astrophotography is a craft requiring development of skill, not just good equipment.
Related terms
[edit]Terms related to the noun astrophotography
Translations
[edit]photography of celestial objects
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- English terms derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *h₂eHs-
- English terms prefixed with astro-
- English terms derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *bʰeh₂- (shine)
- English terms derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *gerbʰ-
- Rhymes:English/ɒɡɹəfi
- Rhymes:English/ɒɡɹəfi/6 syllables
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