Total solar eclipse 2024: How to keep cameras, smartphones safe while taking best shots of Sun? NASA shares tips

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phone sensor could be damaged just like any other image sensor if it’s pointed directly at the Sun. "This is especially true if you’re using any sort of magnifying lens attachment on the phone. You would need to utilize the proper filters just like on any other camera," the US space agency said.

ALSO READ: How 2024 total solar eclipse will be different from the earlier 2017 Eclipse? 3 things about this rare celestial event The NASA also shared advise for space enthusiasts. It said, "The best practice would be to hold a pair of eclipse glasses in front of your phone’s lenses when photographing the Sun at any point other than totality." ALSO READ: Solar Eclipse on April 8: What is significant about the cosmic event this year? 1. Looking directly at the Sun is dangerous to your eyes and your camera.

To take images when the Sun is partially eclipsed, one needs to use a special solar filter to protect their camera, just as they need a pair of solar viewing glasses (also called eclipse glasses) to protect your eyes. At totality, when the Moon completely blocks the Sun, one must make sure that they remove the filter so that they can see the Sun’s outer atmosphere – the corona. 2. Any camera is a good camera.

Taking a stunning photo has more to do with the photographer than the camera. One can use telephoto zoom lens, tripod and delayed shutter release timer for best shots. 3. While you’re snapping those eclipse photos, don’t forget to stop and look at the eclipse with your own eyes.

Just remember to wear your solar viewing glasses (also called eclipse glasses) for all stages of the eclipse before and after totality. The first solar eclipse of 2024 will take place April 8, 2024. It will be witnessed across North America,