How much better is the Canon EOS R6 III than previous models for astrophotography?
23-07-2026 20:00 via space.com

How much better is the Canon EOS R6 III than previous models for astrophotography?

In a rare first for me, I actually used autofocus for this entire astrophotography shoot. If I'm being honest? I prefer it when shooting astro with a mirrorless camera. Why? Because it is quicker and that means more time capturing the stars and less time setting up. I can get a star in sharp focus using autofocus in half the time that it would take me to do it manually and it's way easier to focus with the shutter or back button than play about with the focus ring, especially with cold fingers.
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