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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Skywatchers hoping to capture their own views of distant solar system comets should check out our roundups of the best smart telescopes, cameras and lenses for astrophotography, along with our guide on how to view and photograph comets.
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Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 30 Jan. 2026
To aid with astrophotography, the S30 Pro comes equipped with two Sony 4K imaging sensors.
—New Atlas, 29 Jan. 2026
Beyond sports, attendees can take workshops in astrophotography, leather-making, line dancing, and even nutrition.
—Taryn Shorr-McKee, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 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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Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 30 Jan. 2026
To aid with astrophotography, the S30 Pro comes equipped with two Sony 4K imaging sensors.
—New Atlas, 29 Jan. 2026
Beyond sports, attendees can take workshops in astrophotography, leather-making, line dancing, and even nutrition.
—Taryn Shorr-McKee, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 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 3 Feb. 2026.
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