astrophotography

astro- +‎ photography.

• Rhymes: -ɒɡɹəfi

astrophotography (uncountable)

1. (astronomy, photography) The photography or imaging of astronomical objects, celestial events or areas of the night sky.

   Synonym: astronomical imaging

   • 1967, H. Charles Laun, The Natural History Guide, Alsace Books and Films, page 44:

     As in most nature photography, the 35mm single lens reflex camera is probably the best choice for astrophotography.

   • 2017, Chris Woodhouse, The Astrophotography Manual, 2nd edition, Taylor & Francis (Routledge), page 10:

     Their^{[CMOS sensors']} pixel size, linearity and noise performance are not necessarily ideal for astrophotography.

   • 2018, Michael A. Covington, Digital SLR Astrophotography, 2nd edition, Cambridge University Press, page 18:

     Astrophotography is a craft requiring development of skill, not just good equipment.

• astrograph