Milky Way Photography Tutorial - The COMPLETE Guide for Beginners

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Milky Way photography is the most requested topic that I've ever gotten on this channel. I hope you can tell, this is also the most time I've put into making a video!
By the end of this tutorial, you'll know exactly how to photograph the Milky Way with any equipment. It covers everything from camera settings to advanced astrophotography techniques like multi-image blending. I made this course to be completely beginner friendly, but it also has a lot of tips for pro photographers along the way.
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN VIDEO:
• Video on shutter speed, aperture, and ISO: • Shutter Speed, Apertur...
• Photopills (astrophotography app): www.photopills.com
• Dark Site Finder (light pollution map): darksitefinder.com/maps/world...
• Starry Landscape Stacker (image averaging for Mac): sites.google.com/site/starryl...
• Sequator (image averaging for Windows): sites.google.com/site/sequato...
• Red light headlamp: amzn.to/3nPKqXu
• DSLR and mirrorless-compatible tracking head: amzn.to/3aDOAxO
• Good, cheap 14mm f/2.8: amzn.to/2WHUeH2
TUTORIAL TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro to Milky Way Photography
01:42 Camera Settings
14:02 Focusing Technique
18:15 Recommended Gear
25:40 Shooting Conditions
30:57 Image Blending
35:40 Conclusion
If you think it was worth it, I cannot emphasize enough how much it helps when you share the video with other photographers who may find it useful. Thank you! And, as always, if you have any questions, comments, or feedback, let me know below, and I'll do my best to respond to everyone.
~Spencer
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#Astrophotography #MilkyWayPhotography

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@PhotographyLifeChannel 4 месяца назад

Thank you for watching! I filmed this video over 3 years ago with no idea it would be so popular. I should have done this sooner, but I just published a Patreon page if you want more access to my projects, including my composition ebook and the online workshops that I'm hosting. I suck at self-promotion but I hope you'll take a look if you enjoyed this video. patreon.com/PhotographyLifeBlog

@ro3843 Год назад

This is the de facto youtube guide on this subject. It needs to go WAY higher in the algorithm

@1dayanki2 3 года назад

I've never seen a tutorial so comprehensive, detailed and nice to see. Good job. Thank you.

@PhotographyLifeChannel 3 года назад

I really appreciate it!

@IlluminanceWeddingFilms 2 года назад

This should be payed content. Incredible instructional skills dude

@PhotographyLifeChannel 2 года назад

Thank you! Wow, glad you got so much value out of it. That was my goal.

@JonieTan 2 года назад

@@PhotographyLifeChannel 7

@ro3843 Год назад

Like and subscribe with notifications on. Not exactly payment :-) but it's something

@SPS_survivor Год назад

I’m sure you could ask for their bank details 😂💰😮

@invisiblespark Год назад

we could all chip in, couldn't we?

@clashattacks2065 Год назад

No videos are as helpful as this video. Perfectly described each and everything. Thanks a bunch

@andrewnovitsky6289 2 года назад

I've seen a lot of different videos on this subject and I've been doing Milky Way/star shots myself for almost 3 years. This is by far the most informative and practical video I've ever seen. Very thorough and I love how you have a section dedicated to single exposures. Everything you say is just spot on. Not everyone has star trackers and stacking software. I've seen other videos where people talk about shooting at f4 and stacking plus using a tracker but not everyone can afford those plus the time involved. I honestly find shooting single exposures to be the most enjoyable and balanced of the methods. Plus you get more individual shots. Thank you for the awesome video!

@lorenzorossatti5918 2 года назад

So true man! Thanks for speaking out!

@sanjayjhingan2618 Год назад

Without introducing us to your dog, your neighbor, or your girlfriend you explained clearly what needs to be done. Best tutorial. Thank you very much.

@justinwaite1913 2 года назад

Best astrophotography video I have seen. Thank you!

@ohhoworiginal Год назад

This video is a treasure. And the dry humor throughout. You've got a new subscriber!

@jerryeisner1 Год назад

You have a great speaking manner and a very fine presenter with fabulous teaching abilities. Keep up your wonderful tutorials.

@PhotographyLifeChannel Год назад

Thank you, Jerry - I’m glad you liked it so much!

@AurelioToral 2 года назад

Best video on this topic I’ve seen in years

@billtracy8865 Год назад

The most informative and easily understood milky way photography video that I have found. Thank you for taking the time and effort to produce this excellent overview. As soon as the rain stops I'll be putting some of your recommendations into play.

@ccioli Год назад

Best tutorial I've ever seen. In general, not only dedicated to the specific topic

@Apex-1962 2 года назад

One of the best videos I’ve seen on RU-vid. I will definitely be watching more of Spencer’s videos.

@jeremyacton6378 2 года назад

Spencer, these are fabulous videos, thank you. You’re striking the perfect balance of engaging and detail and the composition of these photos is fabulous. Definitely inspiring!

@TheAmjad21khan Год назад

This video is a full fledge course. Should be listed on Masterclass.

@PhotographyLifeChannel Год назад

Amjad, I’m thrilled you think so! The amount of time I poured into this video is frankly concerning.

@TheAmjad21khan Год назад

@@PhotographyLifeChannel believe me i have gone many videos on youtube on many different topics but this one is best so far. I felt like i am sitting in a classroom. You covered almost everything, person with no expensive setup wont have any excuse to NOT try astrophotography.

@hugozeelie3438 3 года назад

You just reconfirmed why this is my go to channel when I want to try something new with my camera... supremely informative with straightforward attention grabbing delivery. Great vid Spencer!

@PhotographyLifeChannel 3 года назад

That's awesome! Thanks, Hugo. More where this came from.

@gman5375 9 месяцев назад

First time watcher, seriously impressed by your skills man. Subbing

@PhotographyLifeChannel 9 месяцев назад

Thank you!

@alfa0mega74 2 года назад

I had to pause it and make this comment; Dude, this is a gold! Really! All in one video. Everything is soooooo clear! Wish you best

@hhkk876 Год назад

What an AWESOME presentation!! You are a natural educator. One of the best and most comprehensive overviews in such a simple and elegant format. Thank you very much!!

@pranaymuchahary116 2 года назад

Thank you sir... This is the best tutorial I've watched so far

@dsrjohnstone 2 года назад

One of the best photography videos I've ever watched. Clear and precise and excellent delivery. Well done that man. 5*

@gerryphilpott9766 2 года назад

Thank you, great tutorial! I've seen others that charge for this kind of quality and thorough info and you're just putting out there for us to enjoy. Just got back from Yosemite and got my first milky way which I was happy with for a starter, but I clearly have a lot more to learn.

@Dave-nt2jo 4 месяца назад

Awesome simple beginners guide. Many thanks. Can’t wait to give it another go.

@billtracy8865 Год назад

Clear, comprehensive, easily understood, concise and beautifully put together. This is the best milky way photography video that I've seen. So much of it is directly applicable to my smartphone efforts. Thank you for taking the time and effort to put this together.

@doco6186 2 года назад

Well thought through and articulated.

@AirJarvis 2 года назад

Fantastic tutorial! Best I have seen!

@PaulMoorePhotography Год назад

Very comprehensive and well explained tutorial. Thank you for sharing ... 👍

@noahm44 2 года назад

Dude this is like the best video ever lol I'm learning so much. Definitely going to use all this information

@christianschmidt1784 2 года назад

The best summary I have have seen on Milky Way Photography. Thanks for all the work!

@andrewbilling6301 2 года назад

Just came across your channel and Milly Way tutorial. Great to see young people explaining the concepts so well and so clearly, removing all the mumbo jumbo that is often unnecessarily added, complicating such a wonderful hobby. Thank you so much. Just what I needed as I begin to delve into astrophotography.

@sabinemolloy2660 2 года назад

so glad i found this channel, your videos are so detailed and informative without becoming overwhelming or confusing, thank you!

@michaelfranklin1470 3 года назад

Thanks so much for this Spencer, I have just processed my first ever Milky Way shots and they are wonderful.

@PhotographyLifeChannel 3 года назад

That is fantastic to hear!

@readicars5618 2 года назад

Good Job Spencer. You packed so much good information into just one video. Good Job And Thank You Buddy.

@ayleeballard2207 2 года назад

This is the exact video I've been looking for. This was SO helpful and detailed. Thank you for posting!

@GordonCole 2 года назад

The best video about Astro photography. Thanks to you, I’m now updated!! Cheers mate.

@merchantmariner4299 Год назад

Bravo! Most other MW videos left me with more questions than answers. This is by far the best, most concise, and easiest-to-follow tutorial I've come across. Thank you for taking the time and effort.

@gantulgaganhuyag717 Год назад

Dude, best channel ever! I wish u created this channel ten years ago! While I was interested. Now, DSLR is collecting dust in my closet

@drandrewclarke Год назад

best vid by far on this subject, thanks. You explain the trade offs rather than going for 100% sharpness which others do not

@michebre 3 года назад

Spencer, thanks so much. This was a great video tutorial, very informational and easy to follow!

@moherowyberet4657 Год назад

Good man, thanks for the very useful information. Greetings from the UK. May God protect you.

@dyancatamaran4016 2 года назад

Fantastic. "I've never seen a tutorial so comprehensive, detailed and nice to see. Good job. Thank you"

@machyman1189 2 года назад

Very well organized and clear tutorial. I'm looking forward to watching some of your other videos.

@WilhelmGuggisberg 2 года назад

Excellent! It covers everything!

@pattybensonart Год назад

Thank you for this super comprehensive instructional video!! I took a lot of notes!

@PhotographyLifeChannel Год назад

Sure thing!

@ScottymanPhoto 2 года назад

One of the best tutorials I’ve ever seen! Thanks!

@jackjeffery3617 3 года назад

Another fantastic instructional posting. Thanks, Spencer, I always look forward to your new videos. Having taken several Milky Way workshops in recent months, you covered all of the important points, and it was good reinforcement for me. I especially appreciate the fact that you got specific regarding the settings, as it's always better to begin with something definitive, and then adjust. One point: My Sony RX10 iv (with its 1-inch sensor, and "focus by wire") loses focus when I shut it off, or if it goes off on its own. I can try and prevent that, of course, but it's good to reiterate your point that regular checking of focus is extremely important. Thanks again, and I look forward to the post-processing video.

@PhotographyLifeChannel 3 года назад

Thank you, Jack! My Nikon Z does the same thing when turning off the camera, and it's especially irritating for Milky Way photography. Double checking is critical.

@isabellemarois3962 Год назад

This video was extremely useful to find camera setting for shooting the stars!

@gwag24 2 года назад

How can someone so young be such an intuitive instructor? Amazing

@tigerwallah61 Год назад

Excellent tutorial - your instructional technique is perfect and the subject matter covered hit all the important points while avoiding useless distractions. I've wasted years watching several on the topic while still not mastering the technique. yours is really one of the best if not No 1! Looking fwd to the post-processing chapter as this is my major hurdle to overcome.

@NikhilSharad 2 года назад

This is the most complete tutorial for beginners, thank you!

@mccarthymccarthy1 8 месяцев назад

Superb video, Spencer. Thank you.

@albutt7132 3 месяца назад

Another great instructional video. Thanks

@ro3843 Год назад

This is brilliant.

@BorisEkner 2 года назад

I ❤️ how you share your knowledge. - You’re an inspiration.

@tamashaasz 3 года назад

Spencer, many Thanks for the time and effort to create this valuable content! Looking forward to the next session.

@PhotographyLifeChannel 3 года назад

Sure thing, more on the way soon!

@shastapaul8544 Год назад

Excellent tutorial. Thanks so much.

@ozanaktas8064 11 месяцев назад

This is an extraordinary explanation. Thank you!

@MrGManMusic 2 года назад

Thank you. This was excellent!

@desertdetailing7022 2 года назад

Wow. Thank you! I learned so much, excellent video’s

@Helloworldwrjfjrjrj 2 года назад

We need more regular from the channel. ! Great work

@johnd5244 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing! Definitely helped out.

@RahilSethi Год назад

Fantastic! I'll be looking out for more videos on Astro-landscape.

@AlexanderSogliero Год назад

Excellent presentation. So well spoken and articulate. Thank you. 👏

@briansquibb999 3 года назад

You never disappoint, Spencer. Thank you AGAIN for this invaluable information!

@PhotographyLifeChannel 3 года назад

You’re quite welcome! Thanks for joining in on the livestream as well, I thought that was pretty fun.

@briansquibb999 3 года назад

@@PhotographyLifeChannel It was a lot of fun. Your depth of knowledge is amazing. Look forward to the next one. Merry Christmas to you and your family, Spencer.

@eugenegirshtel 3 года назад

I have to agree, all your content is full of useful information and it's presented in a concise manner. Keep up the great work.

@sunil3135 8 месяцев назад

What a fantastic video on astrophotography! So excellent explained!

@dimensionless99 2 года назад

Thanks for all the clear and concise explanations. I learned a whole lot! Gonna try this out this summer. Cheers!

@nephcc Год назад

You have a great flair for teaching. Enjoyed this episode very much. Thanks a lot.

@helix6376 Год назад

Fantastic video - thank you very much for taking the time to write, produce and create!

@ViratShah 3 года назад

Thank you for creating such a valuable content and a great video for Astro. Love your work Spencer. Waiting for the next in the series. Love the statement on embrace the darkness.

@PhotographyLifeChannel 3 года назад

You are quite welcome!

@jakemcavoy2554 7 месяцев назад

Compelling presentation. I will reference this site as all my future astrophotography.

@markkeller9378 Год назад

Really enjoyed your video. I am retiring soon and have been a long time photographer of action and wildlife. I want to break into astrophotography when I retire. I love your teaching style and giving the actual data that you use is very helpful. Appreciate your concise content!!

@cynthialynn2891 Год назад

Excellent presentation. Very thorough …extremely well done. Top notch speaker. Thank you

@grimmsshenanigansproductions 2 года назад

Man great info on this subject. Thank you.

@CarlosCruz1988 Год назад

Thanks for this fantastic tutorial!

@tombird6344 2 года назад

What a great tutorial; - natural teacher and hugely helpful - thank you!

@DrNick8002 2 года назад

Your tutorial is always precise and easy to understand. Thanx and congratulations

@hans2504 3 года назад

This is the all you need video!! Thanks for making and sharing this !

@PhotographyLifeChannel 3 года назад

That’s the goal! Glad you liked it, thanks Hans.

@michaelmckeag960 2 года назад

This is much better than the typical introductory tutorial on this topic. A couple comments on focusing, AF on the Moon, Venus, and sometimes even Jupiter does work, then of course disable AF. Otherwise MF on bright star(s) in live view zoomed 100%, then verify inspecting test shot as you suggest. I don’t think taping the focus ring is overkill. I tape the zoom ring as well as focus ring (change zoom and focus needs to be readjusted). Gaffer’s tape, I never leave home without it. No need to carry a full roll, just wrap several turns around an outdated credit card. I will be recommending this video to students who are just getting started.

@dilus13 2 года назад

Best Milky Way tutorial I have ever watched and I have watched lots, now to put it into practice this year 🤞👍

@19DM81 2 года назад

Really useful info. :) Thanks I now no longer have to get fed up with my stubborn friend refusing to walk into the lake. xD

@Dethocus 3 года назад

I keep coming back to this video - so great!

@PhotographyLifeChannel 3 года назад

Awesome! Glad you’ve found it so useful.

@dronescape3949 Год назад

nice one thanks for that. Just starting out with this. It will help. Good job and well explained all the best!

@darkskyimages5911 2 года назад

Most excellent video, congratulations! 💯

@Laladeduh 3 года назад

A great start to astrophotography. Thanks for taking the time to share your knowledge!

@PhotographyLifeChannel 3 года назад

You are very welcome, glad you liked it!

@PaulSmith-mh2yq Год назад

Great presentation by a photographer speaking to other photographers who want to learn about astrophotography. Really clear advice that's well presented. Thanks alot 👍

@dboyd8628 2 года назад

Great information and an excellent presentation! Thanks.

@patricioclaveria4891 2 года назад

Probably the most informative MW tutorial I have seen. Thank you!!

@PhotographyLifeChannel 2 года назад

Glad you found it so helpful, thanks Patricio!

@bigblindray Год назад

This is such an excellent video. Thank you.

@sarajitsil 3 года назад

Absolutely fantastic content. You have explained the complex technique so lucidly. This video is a complete package to help someone to get started with astrophotography.👍

@PhotographyLifeChannel 3 года назад

Thanks, Sarajit! That was my goal 😄

@greenkingster Год назад

This was so informative and perfectly presented!

@sanzmaiden Год назад

Simple, to the point and easy to understand course for beginners. thanks a lot for this video.👍👍👍

@SamLamingWingsuit Год назад

Fantastic guide, thank you very much.

@Jessiejones719 5 месяцев назад

Incredibly helpful! Love the way you educate 👌

@PhotographyLifeChannel 5 месяцев назад

Thank you so much! Glad you liked it.

@apeander694 5 месяцев назад

Great info! Thanks!!!

@justaredpenguin784 9 месяцев назад

Such an amazingly made video, interesting and well put together. Keep up the good work!

@AshishPatel-se1fm 2 года назад

Thank you ❤️ Great Tutorial

@paullau3835 2 года назад

Amazing presentation. You can be a Ted talk specialist. Your audience will love you.

@georgsandhaus5577 2 года назад

really good stuff for beginners !

@MrButterpantz 2 года назад

This is a RIDICULOUSLY good, moderately deep dive on all the facets of Milky Way photography. Terrific production value, super eloquent instruction and fabulous examples. Good show young buck.

@PhotographyLifeChannel 2 года назад

Thanks! Glad you liked it.