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Find our how to photograph this week’s annular solar eclipse. <\/p>

By Pete Lawrence\n <\/p>

Published: Monday, 09 October 2023 at 08:56 AM<\/p>

\n\n

In this guide we’ll reveal how you can photograph the October 14 annular solar eclipse.<\/p>

The Moon moves across the face of the Sun on October 14 2023, leading to a wonderful solar eclipse<\/a> as seen from Earth.<\/p>

The October annular solar eclipse will be running a decent path down through the US.<\/p>

This won’t be a total solar eclipse, but will instead be an annular solar eclipse<\/a> or ‘ring of fire’ eclipse.<\/p>

Read our complete guide to viewing the October 14 solar eclipse<\/a> and find out when the next eclipse<\/a> is occurring.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>

Image showing an annular ring of fire eclipse. Credit: Jingying Zhao \/ Getty Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Away from the path of annularity, an ever-decreasing magnitude of partial solar eclipse will be seen.<\/p>
When far enough away from the path, the Moon will appear to miss the Sun completely, giving no eclipse experience whatsoever.<\/p>
You can see the effect of this in our October eclipse map<\/a> below. Use the map to work out what you’ll see from your location and when.<\/p>
Or work out how far away you are from the regions that will experience the full eclipse (the path of annularity).<\/p>
$\"A$
A map of the October 14 annular solar eclipse path. Credit: BBC Sky at Night Magazine.<\/figcaption><\/figure>
October 14 eclipse timings<\/h2>
The October 14 eclipse will begin in the US in Oregon at 9:13 am PDT. It will move southeast, leaving Texas at 12:03 pm CDT.<\/p>
The narrow \u2018path of annularity\u2019 (where the full ring of fire will be seen) begins south of Alaska.<\/p>
The eclipse will be visible across the US, Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia and Brazil.<\/p>
The path of annularity will reach about 140 miles at its widest, with the maximum duration of the \u2018ring of fire\u2019 occurring off the coast of Nicaragua in the Gulf of Mexico.<\/p>
Ways of photographing the October 14 eclipse<\/strong><\/h2>
It goes without saying that certified solar filters must be fitted to cameras and telescopes that are pointed at the Sun.<\/p>
And you should never observe the Sun with the naked eye: only with certified solar eclipse glasses<\/a> or with a dedicated solar telescope<\/a>, or a telescope expertly-fitted with a certified solar filter<\/p>
Solar projection<\/h3>
$\"\"$
A solar projection screen is a great way of viewing the Sun safely, and can also be used for eclipses.<\/figcaption><\/figure>
You can use the technique of solar projection<\/a> to photograph the progression of the eclipse.<\/p>
Here, a telescope fitted with an eyepiece<\/a> is pointed at the Sun, but without looking through it.<\/p>
A screen is held up to catch the bright light emitted from the eyepiece and with a bit of careful focusing, a detailed Sun image can be projected onto the screen.<\/p>
This image can be safely watched or captured, but there are provisos.<\/p>
$\"\"$
The projection of a partial solar eclipse in New Delhi, India, 29 March 2006. Credit: L Manan Vatsyayana\/AFP via Getty Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Projection has associated dangers. It\u2019s a technique only suitable for refractors below 5-inches (127mm) in diameter.<\/p>
People use reflectors to project the Sun\u2019s image, but there is a potential for damage to be caused to instruments.<\/p>
Enclosed optical tubes such as those found in SCTs are unsuitable for projection due to internal heating.<\/p>
If you do go down the projection route, never leave the setup unattended and keep everyone\u2019s eyes away from the eyepiece!<\/p>
Always cap or remove the finderscope<\/a> and, when you’ve finished safely observing, put the cap on the telescope and point it away from the Sun.<\/p>
**Solar filters on a telescope<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>** $\"Sequence$
Sequence of Eclipse by Paul Mason, Cannock, UK. Equipment: Canon 1100D, white light filter.<\/figcaption><\/figure>
A full or offset aperture white light filter allows you to view and photograph a dimmed version of the Sun safely during an eclipse.<\/p>
Such telescope filters<\/a> are normally bought as a sheet or roll and, after a bit of DIY, cover the front aperture of your telescope.<\/p>
Once you\u2019ve capped or removed all finders, you\u2019re good to go.<\/p>
However, this technique must only be carried out by an experienced astronomer. If in doubt do not risk it.<\/p>
Only ever buy safe certified filters from a reputable supplier, and always check your filter for pinpricks or tears before use.<\/p>
$\"\"$
Calcium-K view of the Sun. Credit: Pete Lawrence<\/figcaption><\/figure>
You can also use hydrogen-alpha (Ha) or calcium-K (CaK) solar filters. These are ideal for grabbing a less conventional image.<\/p>
Using an Ha filter, you can check for solar prominences<\/a> and it will allow you to view a \u2018fur-like\u2019 edge to the Sun\u2019s chromosphere known as the spicule layer.<\/p>
Furthermore, a magnified view of the section of limb where the Moon first makes contact or leaves the Sun\u2019s disc will allow you to catch the edge of the Moon as it crosses this strip.<\/p>
$\"Eclipse$
Eclipse and prominences captured by James Robertson from London , UK. Equipment: ZWO ASI178 mono camera, Lunt LS60THa H-Alpha solar telescope, Sky-Watcher SolarQuest mount<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Photograph the October 14 solar eclipse: step-by-step<\/strong><\/h2> <\/body><\/html>\n
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Image showing an annular ring of fire eclipse. Credit: Jingying Zhao \/ Getty Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Away from the path of annularity, an ever-decreasing magnitude of partial solar eclipse will be seen.<\/p>
When far enough away from the path, the Moon will appear to miss the Sun completely, giving no eclipse experience whatsoever.<\/p>
You can see the effect of this in our October eclipse map<\/a> below. Use the map to work out what you’ll see from your location and when.<\/p>
Or work out how far away you are from the regions that will experience the full eclipse (the path of annularity).<\/p>
$\"A$
A map of the October 14 annular solar eclipse path. Credit: BBC Sky at Night Magazine.<\/figcaption><\/figure>
October 14 eclipse timings<\/h2>
The October 14 eclipse will begin in the US in Oregon at 9:13 am PDT. It will move southeast, leaving Texas at 12:03 pm CDT.<\/p>
The narrow \u2018path of annularity\u2019 (where the full ring of fire will be seen) begins south of Alaska.<\/p>
The eclipse will be visible across the US, Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia and Brazil.<\/p>
The path of annularity will reach about 140 miles at its widest, with the maximum duration of the \u2018ring of fire\u2019 occurring off the coast of Nicaragua in the Gulf of Mexico.<\/p>
Ways of photographing the October 14 eclipse<\/strong><\/h2>
It goes without saying that certified solar filters must be fitted to cameras and telescopes that are pointed at the Sun.<\/p>
And you should never observe the Sun with the naked eye: only with certified solar eclipse glasses<\/a> or with a dedicated solar telescope<\/a>, or a telescope expertly-fitted with a certified solar filter<\/p>
Solar projection<\/h3>
$\"\"$
A solar projection screen is a great way of viewing the Sun safely, and can also be used for eclipses.<\/figcaption><\/figure>
You can use the technique of solar projection<\/a> to photograph the progression of the eclipse.<\/p>
Here, a telescope fitted with an eyepiece<\/a> is pointed at the Sun, but without looking through it.<\/p>
A screen is held up to catch the bright light emitted from the eyepiece and with a bit of careful focusing, a detailed Sun image can be projected onto the screen.<\/p>
This image can be safely watched or captured, but there are provisos.<\/p>
$\"\"$
The projection of a partial solar eclipse in New Delhi, India, 29 March 2006. Credit: L Manan Vatsyayana\/AFP via Getty Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Projection has associated dangers. It\u2019s a technique only suitable for refractors below 5-inches (127mm) in diameter.<\/p>
People use reflectors to project the Sun\u2019s image, but there is a potential for damage to be caused to instruments.<\/p>
Enclosed optical tubes such as those found in SCTs are unsuitable for projection due to internal heating.<\/p>
If you do go down the projection route, never leave the setup unattended and keep everyone\u2019s eyes away from the eyepiece!<\/p>
Always cap or remove the finderscope<\/a> and, when you’ve finished safely observing, put the cap on the telescope and point it away from the Sun.<\/p>
**Solar filters on a telescope<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>** $\"Sequence$
Sequence of Eclipse by Paul Mason, Cannock, UK. Equipment: Canon 1100D, white light filter.<\/figcaption><\/figure>
A full or offset aperture white light filter allows you to view and photograph a dimmed version of the Sun safely during an eclipse.<\/p>
Such telescope filters<\/a> are normally bought as a sheet or roll and, after a bit of DIY, cover the front aperture of your telescope.<\/p>
Once you\u2019ve capped or removed all finders, you\u2019re good to go.<\/p>
However, this technique must only be carried out by an experienced astronomer. If in doubt do not risk it.<\/p>
Only ever buy safe certified filters from a reputable supplier, and always check your filter for pinpricks or tears before use.<\/p>
$\"\"$
Calcium-K view of the Sun. Credit: Pete Lawrence<\/figcaption><\/figure>
You can also use hydrogen-alpha (Ha) or calcium-K (CaK) solar filters. These are ideal for grabbing a less conventional image.<\/p>
Using an Ha filter, you can check for solar prominences<\/a> and it will allow you to view a \u2018fur-like\u2019 edge to the Sun\u2019s chromosphere known as the spicule layer.<\/p>
Furthermore, a magnified view of the section of limb where the Moon first makes contact or leaves the Sun\u2019s disc will allow you to catch the edge of the Moon as it crosses this strip.<\/p>
$\"Eclipse$
Eclipse and prominences captured by James Robertson from London , UK. Equipment: ZWO ASI178 mono camera, Lunt LS60THa H-Alpha solar telescope, Sky-Watcher SolarQuest mount<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Photograph the October 14 solar eclipse: step-by-step<\/strong><\/h2> <\/body><\/html>\n
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