--- product_id: 190192347 title: "The 100 Best Astrophotography Targets: A Monthly Guide for CCD Imaging with Amateur Telescopes (The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series) 2009th Edition, Kindle Edition" brand: "ruben kier" price: "KD 14.94" currency: KWD in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/190192347-the-100-best-astrophotography-targets-a-monthly-guide-for-ccd store_origin: KW region: Kuwait --- # The 100 Best Astrophotography Targets: A Monthly Guide for CCD Imaging with Amateur Telescopes (The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series) 2009th Edition, Kindle Edition **Brand:** ruben kier **Price:** KD 14.94 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The 100 Best Astrophotography Targets: A Monthly Guide for CCD Imaging with Amateur Telescopes (The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series) 2009th Edition, Kindle Edition by ruben kier - **How much does it cost?** KD 14.94 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.kw](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/190192347-the-100-best-astrophotography-targets-a-monthly-guide-for-ccd) ## Best For - ruben kier enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted ruben kier brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good, but slightly out of date *by R***M on Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2019* The stars haven't moved, and the book gives very nice descriptions of the deep sky objects they are attached to. However, some of the information in the how-to astrophoto section is a little out of date. Specifically, the section on focusing the telescope/camera doesn't mention Bahtinov masks. Given that they were invented in 2005 and the book was published in 2008, this isn't a major sin, but one really should know about this innovation in AP. Likewise, the information regarding CCD and DSLR cameras is a bit dated. I also found the black/white images of the deep space objects to be a bit flat. But then, the whole point of the book is to list objects for the budding astrophotographer to go find and photograph in all of their celestial glory. I can recommend this book because it does have a well-organized description of deep space objects beyond the Messier objects, which, as I learned from the book, was a list of objects not to look for in Charles Messier's own search for comets. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Cookbook with the Recipes Needed to Produce Fine Images *by B***B on Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2017* Out of several hundred texts in my astronomy library, Kier's work is among the top ten titles. The book is dog-eared and loaded with sticky notes from continued use in the field. The work is very well organized and the author's comments and suggestions offered in a compact and insightful manner based on hundreds of hours devoted to imaging the objects presented. This book should be a mainstay for the beginning imager and the most experienced astrophotographers alike. Particularly appreciated are the recommendations for both RGB and single-shot color techniques. Kier anticipated the growth and increasing sophistication of single-shot color sensors even though the guide was written in 2009. Don't let the publication date deter you from purchasing this book--it remains relevant, although it would be great to see what the author could come up with in a second edition. More than anything, Kier's how-to guide is a cookbook for imagers, with every 2-3 pages providing the recipes needed to produce solid results. Great concept, great book. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great book for the novice or intermediate astrophotographer. *by J***. on Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2014* There are a lot of books about astrophotography, and a lot more books with collections of objects to view through a telescope. But this book is one of the rare books that concentrates on objects from the perspective of an astrophotographer.Most astrophotographers stick to targets from the classic object lists by Charles Messier and William Herschel. But photography is a different discipline than observation. So the classic lists include non-photogenic objects and they miss some hard-to-view objects that are great for an imager.Ruben Kier delivers each target with three essential, but succinct, pieces: 1) the background information about the object, 2) advice on the techniques for image capture, and 3) tips for image processing. Each target treatment includes one or more photos by the author along with his imaging details. The images are excellent without being extravagant or intimidating. His processing touch is productive but gentle and the results look very real. The photo reproduction in the book is very well done by the printer so you can appreciate the quality of the original. These aren't just targets in the sky: Ruben's images are targets for aspiring imagers to match.The main section of the book holds the target information. The slimmer Section 2 includes include three short chapters on astrophotography equipment, imaging techniques and the complex process of image post-processing. This section is presented as a gateway to further investigation and isn't a replacement for dedicated books on these three subjects.The book is a valuable tool for planning and processing your images. But it's not a "field book". The perfect binding and non-laminated pages aren't built for dew-y outdoor use. However, the octavo size is very portable for imaging roadtrips. This is a "don't leave home without it" book.The book is organized for the convenience of the reader: The imaging targets are presented by the date they appear on the meridian at 9pm local standard time. By then it's dark and the scope has (hopefully) cooled to ambient temperature.Published in 2009, the book's hardware and software references are limited by that date. For example, the Section 2 discussion on focusing techniques includes basic focusing masks, but not the more recent slew of diffraction focusing tools (eg, Bahtinov). Hardware and software enumerations have unavoidably short shelf life. But luckily for imagers, the astronomy targets in the book have indefinite "use by" dates.A final observation: The promised "100 targets" actually includes 109 objects by my count. That number is the number of objects in the Messier list (and the Caldwell list and the O'Meara list). Coincidence?If you are a beginning or intermediate imager, this is a book you should have. In its narrative and photos, it's the answer to a lot of your questions. I expect many productive years from the book. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/190192347-the-100-best-astrophotography-targets-a-monthly-guide-for-ccd](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/190192347-the-100-best-astrophotography-targets-a-monthly-guide-for-ccd) --- *Product available on Desertcart Kuwait* *Store origin: KW* *Last updated: 2026-05-19*