ProMaster's Summer 2026 Astrophotography Guide Highlights Eclipses and Meteor Showers

ProMaster has released a guide for summer 2026 astrophotography, detailing key celestial events and recommending the Epoch tripod. July features peak Milky Way conditions on the 14th under a new moon, and meteor showers (Southern Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids) peaking on July 30-31, with the latter known for fireballs. August 12 offers the Perseid meteor shower peak under a new moon, coinciding with a solar eclipse visible in Iceland, Greenland, Portugal, Spain, and partially in North America. The season ends with a deep partial lunar eclipse on August 27-28, covering up to 96% of the Moon, visible across the United States and Canada. ProMaster emphasizes the Epoch tripod's 3-section design, 4-way pan-and-tilt head, and 11-inch minimum height for stability and versatility. The guide also recommends a remote shutter to avoid vibration. The article is published on PetaPixel, which offers membership benefits including ad removal, RAW galleries, and discounts from KEH.com, Moment, FJ Westcott, and Blue Moon Camera and Machine.