Deep Sky Astrophotography with a Camera Lens (300mm)

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Published 2018-12-21

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Using a Canon EF 300mm F/4L for Astrophotography

Over the years, a lot of people have asked me why they should invest in a new telescope when they already own a high-quality telephoto camera lens with a comparable focal length.

After all, a prime lens like the Canon EF 300mm F/4L USM isn't cheap, and it's got some seriously impressive optics.

So, if you already have a lens like this in your kit, you should definitely try using it for astrophotography before investing in a new telescope.

The iOptron SkyGuider Pro is the perfect solution for those looking to get started in astrophotography with a DSLR camera and lens.

It's a highly portable, non-nonsense astrophotography mount that allows you to start tracking the movement of the night sky for long exposure imaging.

Full Post: astrobackyard.com/canon-300mm-f4-astrophotography/

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All Comments (21)

@StargazerFS128 5 years ago

Did 3 people dislike this before it even went online? Some just envy Trevor, I liked it before cause he’s never made a disappointing video.
@gregkent3748 5 years ago

I’m addicted to this channel! It’s just so much fun watching someone do something the love doing!!! Thanks so much! Regular TV is so bad that it nice to have YouTube and people like you doing great work! I appreciate you sharing!
@RaysAstrophotography 5 years ago

Awesome Trevor! I like the picture. Great field of view. Excellent work.
@Freelancer4tehwin 4 years ago

I love the Mass Effect 1 music in the background when he's talking about modding the body. Quite apropos.
@rbaleksandar 5 years ago

I choked when I saw the time for total exposure at the end of the video. :D Great video btw!
@suprPHREAK 1 month ago

This video just came up on my feed and I can really appreciate how much your production quality has improved in a short time.
@MartyLInTheDoghouse 5 years ago

Great video Trevor. I have never considered using my 5oomm zoom lens for deep sky before but I think I might give it a try. Thanks for the inspiration !
@Larpy1933 4 years ago

I like that you encourage people to work with relatively modest equipment. Your videos are really well done. Thanks.
@epicrick 5 years ago

Well done as usual Trevor. Have a Merry Christmas!!
@allanmurphy1854 5 years ago

Just getting started on astronomy and found your videos have been the best by far. Thanks for all the information. Newbie Retired Military.
@Dave-ct1jk 3 years ago

Oh man, the Mass Effect music, fantastic choice! Also, great video. Whenever I have an astrophotography question, you already have a vid for it! Keep it up.
@eshantoorabally6711 5 years ago

Great video and image as always, Trevor - thanks for being a major inspiration for a fellow backyarder! And M42 rules!
@oldgittarist 5 years ago

Clear skies for 2019 Trevor, another helpful vid!
@MuwexTech 5 years ago

SO AMAZING! Sorry caps but I can't say it enough! Man I love the photo you took!
@sevenhalves736 4 years ago

I heard some Mass Effect in the background there! Great choice!
@rosevan5485 5 years ago

Bonjour Trevor ! I’d like to take this opportunity to thank you for all your videos and helping us newbies ... And on that note, wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2019 ( and clear skies ! ) to you and your family... Joyeux Noël et Bonne Année from here in Québec !
@globalturfwar 5 years ago

Stunning - beautiful work
@sodatronic 5 years ago

Beautiful resulting image. Thanks for sharing your technique.
@humlakullen 5 years ago

You are a rock star Trevor. Thanks 4 sharing all your knowledge:-)!
@_tony_m 5 years ago

Awesome video!! Thanks for the inspiration!!