Astronomical imaging is a rapidly developing field, with new books and equipment appearing almost as quickly as the technology changes. Digital imaging has come of age, and is storming ahead. Video is maturing. Even "toys" like the lowly webcam and picture phones are being pressed into service - and rather effectively at that. Film is still king as far as resolution is concerned, albeit more difficult / messy / expensive for most people in this digital age. Certainly, digital image processing has revolutionised the abilities of the amateur, and gone some way towards overcoming the evils of light pollution. Generally, you will find discussion groups on imaging topics extremely active and there is much leading-edge information to find on the Internet if you search for it.  

Imaging in its various forms has been an ongoing activity at our Centre, albeit at a low key. With declining sky quality this activity had languished somewhat, especially with respect to film-based photography. Now it is enjoying a renaissance, primarily as a consequence of the burgeoning electronic imaging trend. This renewed enthusiasm has also been fuelled by successes in photographing the recent Solar eclipses and the Mars opposition. 

We expect a great deal more activity in this field, which will be reflected here in the fullness of time. Why not check out the following to get you started...