Eclipse photography
Jan 15, 2017 18:37:22 #
This August I will be in the shadow of the annular eclipse. I have read that with a total eclipse you don't need a solar filter during the totality of the eclipse, is this true also with an annular eclipse? Is a ND filter sufficiant? The sheets of solar filter paper seem cheaper than a screw on, is there a way to make that work? Thanks.
Jan 15, 2017 19:23:23 #
Brian in Whitby
Loc: Whitby, Ontario, Canada
During an annular eclipse, part of the sun's surface is always visible so you need the same filtering that you would use when photographing the surface of the sun. BE SURE TO PROTECT YOUR EYES TOO!
Jan 16, 2017 06:49:22 #
jsmith218 wrote:
This August I will be in the shadow of the annular eclipse. I have read that with a total eclipse you don't need a solar filter during the totality of the eclipse, is this true also with an annular eclipse? Is a ND filter sufficiant? The sheets of solar filter paper seem cheaper than a screw on, is there a way to make that work? Thanks.
For sunspots, I typically use a 9-stop ND filter at a minimum, and maybe a 3-stop stacked with that. Since an eclipse would block out most of the sun, you may be able to get away with lower values like 2- or 3-stop, but you'll just have to experiment during the eclipse.
Jan 16, 2017 08:26:12 #
jsmith218 wrote:
This August I will be in the shadow of the annular eclipse. I have read that with a total eclipse you don't need a solar filter during the totality of the eclipse, is this true also with an annular eclipse? Is a ND filter sufficiant? The sheets of solar filter paper seem cheaper than a screw on, is there a way to make that work? Thanks.
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From Nikon -
http://www.nikonusa.com/en/learn-and-explore/article/h1sctsrv/how-to-photograph-a-lunar-eclipse.html
Jan 16, 2017 08:57:20 #
It's an annular eclipse not a lunar. Part of the sun will be exposed since it's not a total eclipse.
Jan 16, 2017 10:29:03 #
jsmith218 wrote:
This August I will be in the shadow of the annular eclipse. I have read that with a total eclipse you don't need a solar filter during the totality of the eclipse, is this true also with an annular eclipse? Is a ND filter sufficiant? The sheets of solar filter paper seem cheaper than a screw on, is there a way to make that work? Thanks.
I use "Baader Astrosolar" safety film. A 8x11 inch or so does not cost a whole lot of money and you will have enough material to make several filters for your camera, binoculars and eclipse viewing glasses.
Jan 16, 2017 11:13:29 #
jsmith218 wrote:
It's an annular eclipse not a lunar. Part of the sun will be exposed since it's not a total eclipse.
Right. Try this one:
http://www.nikonusa.com/en/learn-and-explore/article/h20zakgu/how-to-photograph-a-solar-eclipse.html
Jan 16, 2017 11:16:09 #
MtnMan wrote:
thanks
Jan 16, 2017 13:24:42 #
Retired fat guy with a camera
Loc: Colorado
Go to a welding supply store, buy a 4"x 4" number 10 glass [not plastic] welding lens. The higher the number the darker the lens ,so a 11 is darker than a 10. There is a dark green and a gold plated lens, buy both, they do not cost a lot. Hold, tape, the plate over your lens and take some practice shots. I have taken sun shots doing exactly what I have written, the shots came out great. As a retired welder, I have watched more than one eclipse behind a welding hood.
Jan 16, 2017 13:31:24 #
tyedyetommy wrote:
Go to a welding supply store, buy a 4"x 4" number 10 glass [not plastic] welding lens. The higher the number the darker the lens ,so a 11 is darker than a 10. There is a dark green and a gold plated lens, buy both, they do not cost a lot. Hold, tape, the plate over your lens and take some practice shots. I have taken sun shots doing exactly what I have written, the shots came out great. As a retired welder, I have watched more than one eclipse behind a welding hood.
Thanks for the tip, I have an 11, I've heard if you use a welding shield it should be at least 14, is this not true?
Jan 16, 2017 14:24:56 #
I use Thousand Oaks solar filter ($59) to safely shoot the SUN, and eclipse thereof. Made this last Thursday. Nikon D500, 500mm lens f4 with 1.4X.
Jan 16, 2017 21:31:18 #
Wait...is this a total eclipse, with corona, across mid America, or an annular eclipse with a ring of unobstructed sunlight at the periphery?
Jan 16, 2017 22:33:37 #
Ronjonron wrote:
Wait...is this a total eclipse, with corona, across mid America, or an annular eclipse with a ring of unobstructed sunlight at the periphery?
Annular
Jan 17, 2017 04:21:55 #
Ronjonron wrote:
Wait...is this a total eclipse, with corona, across mid America, or an annular eclipse with a ring of unobstructed sunlight at the periphery?
In parts of America, it is TOTAL! That's why many people are so excited. There is another one in a few years then nothing for a long time. Maybe not so long for some but I sure would be around to see it!
As mentioned before, around my house it should fall real close to the eclipse's path.
http://tnstateparks.com/activities/solar-eclipse-at-the-park-2017?utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=social&utm_term=&utm_content=post&utm_campaign=eclipsepage&utm_nooverride=1
http://www.stjomo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/path-with-changes-700x457.jpg
Jan 17, 2017 06:44:57 #
I like the Tennessee State Parks, Solar Eclipse 'rate adjustment', for the campgrounds. Doubles the regular rate for two, of the three night stay. Usually the minimum stay is two nights, but during the eclipse, it's minimum of three.
Eclipse Rate 2017 - Camping Area 1 Campsite 2
Solar Eclipse Rate Adjustment:
Sunday Night - August, 20 2017
Through Tuesday, August 22, 2017
View Discounts
2 $24.00 $48.00
Eclipse Rate 2017 - Camping Area 1 Campsite 2
Solar Eclipse Rate Adjustment:
Sunday Night - August, 20 2017
Through Tuesday, August 22, 2017
View Discounts
2 $24.00 $48.00
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