Get your camera gear and protective filters ready: a partial solar eclipse is due Thursday. A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the Earth and the sun. It's a spectacular sight, and an even better photo opportunity. Here are some tips and pointers to keep in mind when photographing the solar eclipse. <\/p>\n
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? Use a solar filter to protect your DSLR camera sensor <\/p>\n
? Use protective eyewear, such as welder's glasses <\/p>\n
? Use a tripod or mount to avoid a blurry photo <\/p>\n
? Manually focus your camera <\/p>\n
? Set your camera settings before the solar eclipse - test those settings on a non-eclipse day <\/p>\n
? Use a high ISO setting and high resolution - to keep exposures very short and prevent blurring from vibrations <\/p>\n
DON'T ? Use a smartphone <\/p>\n
? Look directly at the sun with your camera\/eyes unless both are protected <\/p>\n
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