Eclipse photography

Eclipse photography camera gear using ISO 12312-2 solar filter, April 8, 2024
Photo of April 8, 2024 solar eclipse taken from Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge, Texas with a Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III, at 400 mm
Photo being taken through a telescope with filter, April 8, 2024

Eclipse photography involves the photographic capturing of solar eclipses and lunar eclipses. This niche field combines elements of astronomy, astrophotography, and sometimes travel photography, as photographers often venture to specific locations to capture these celestial events. Because of the intensity of the sun and the quickly changing conditions, eclipse photography necessitates the use of extremely strong solar filters, usually adhering to the ISO 12312-2 standard.