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Photography Calculators

Welcome to our Photography Calculators page! These handy tools help photographers quickly and accurately make essential calculations for capturing the perfect shot.

Easily calculate exposure settings, depth of field, hyperfocal distance, and much more. Just select your calculator, enter your data, and instantly receive precise results.

Spend less time on technicalities and more time behind the lens creating beautiful images!






Exposure Calculation

Maximum Exposure Time

5.8 seconds

Maximum time before stars begin to trail

Recommended Settings

  • Aperture: f/2.8 or wider
  • ISO: 1600-3200
  • Focus: Manual at infinity
  • Long exposure noise reduction: Off

Astrophotography Guide

Equipment Checklist
  • Sturdy tripod
  • Remote shutter release
  • Red flashlight
  • Extra batteries
  • Dew heater (recommended)
Location Requirements
  • Dark sky location
  • Clear weather conditions
  • New moon or moonless night
  • Away from light pollution
Technique Guide
Subject Focal Length Special Considerations
Milky Way 14-35mm Wide angle for context
Star Trails 24-50mm Include foreground
Deep Sky 50mm+ Tracking mount needed

Use these calculators to help determine optimal camera settings for your shots.