Other essential equipment

…The camera and the lens are the primary equipment, but for…capturing good images of the moon, and a landscape at night,…there are a few other pieces of gear that are either essential or highly useful.…Let's take a look at these.…First, you need to have a tripod to stabilize the camera.…And a sturdy tripod is important.…When choosing a tripod, you might be tempted to get a lightweight model,…because, let's face it,…sometimes it's a drag to lug heavy camera gear all over the place.…But for long exposure night photography the heavier tripod will…provide a more sturdy and stable platform.…

Especially if you'll be photographing at a location where there could be…windy conditions.…Wind can cause subtle motion issues when a camera is mounted on a lightweight tripod,…and that can translate to a shot that's a bit due to…slight motion during the exposure.…Again, a big, heavy tripod may not be necessary for…your shooting conditions, but in some scenarios, it's definitely a plus.…If you do have a lightweight tripod, you may be able to increase the stability by…