There is about to occur a total solar eclipse. if you live somewhere where it will be visible, here are 4 NASA-provided tips on how to take pictures of it with your smartphone.
Witnessing a total solar eclipse is an amazing experience for anyone. Seeing the Sun totally obscured by the Moon between Earth and the Sun is definitely fascinating. Scientists have a fantastic opportunity to learn more about the Sun and how it affects the earth through these celestial phenomena. Aside from that, it’s the ideal chance to take pictures that will last a lifetime. NASA released these eclipse photography recommendations this week.
Safety first
Before you even point your phone at the Sun, it is harmful to look at it. To capture pictures of the Sun that is partially eclipsed, shield the camera sensor on your smartphone with a dedicated solar filter.
To safeguard your eyes, you’ll also need a pair of solar viewing glasses or eclipse glasses. When the Sun is fully obscured, make careful to take off the filter so you can see the Corona – the Sun’s outer atmosphere.
Look elsewhere, not just the Sun
During a total solar eclipse, the Sun is undoubtedly the focal point of attention, but don’t neglect to scan your surroundings. The entire area will have entirely new lighting and shadows as the Moon passes in front of the Sun.
Look for any area where trees allow light to pass through their leaves; you may see that the leaves create tiny, involuntary pinholes that project miniature eclipse reproductions onto the ground. During the eclipse, photos taken from a wide angle could look fantastic.
Practice before the D-day
Look for a full moon day, which is around two weeks before to the eclipse, before you take your phone outside on the day of the eclipse. Use that day and the ones that follow to practice with anything that will resemble the Sun in the sky when the solar eclipse occurs. To obtain the kind of photograph you desire, make sure you understand how to manually alter the exposure on your camera app in addition to other settings.
Before sharing
It may be necessary to edit your photos. Before sharing your shots, you could use an app like Snapseed to make adjustments to the exposure, crop the image, adjust the colors, and more.
All that’s left to do is find a spot where you are certain to enjoy a clear view of the eclipse. Choose a comfortable sitting or standing position, then prepare yourself with your phone. Remember to use a microfiber cloth—the kind used for glasses—to remove any smudges from your lens.
