astrophotography
noun
as·tro·pho·tog·ra·phy
ˌa-(ˌ)strō-fə-ˈtä-grə-fē 
: photography involving astronomical objects and events
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Photographers interested in capturing the shower should read our guide to imaging meteor showers, while those looking to upgrade their gear should read our roundups of the best astrophotography lenses and cameras for capturing the night sky.
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Anthony Wood, Space.com, 13 Dec. 2025
Beyond sports, attendees can take workshops in astrophotography, leather-making, line dancing, and even nutrition.
—Taryn Shorr-McKee, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2025
This is 100% for astrophotography.
—New Atlas, 21 Nov. 2025
These small photo telescopes take wonderful images at much lower prices that, in some cases, rival much larger and more expensive astrophotography setups.
—Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 9 Nov. 2025
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Anthony Wood, Space.com, 13 Dec. 2025
Beyond sports, attendees can take workshops in astrophotography, leather-making, line dancing, and even nutrition.
—Taryn Shorr-McKee, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2025
This is 100% for astrophotography.
—New Atlas, 21 Nov. 2025
These small photo telescopes take wonderful images at much lower prices that, in some cases, rival much larger and more expensive astrophotography setups.
—Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 9 Nov. 2025
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“Astrophotography.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/astrophotography. Accessed 23 Dec. 2025.
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