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How To Stop The Solar Eclipse From Damaging Your Phone Or Camera (2024)

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How To Stop The Solar Eclipse From Damaging Your Phone Or Camera? ›

Using solar film or holding your glasses over the lens can protect your phone and eyes from damage. Ashlee Rezin, acting Sun-Times photo desk editor, will be wearing glasses to photograph the eclipse. “We rely on our eyes and cameras to do our jobs, and more,” Rezin said.

Can solar eclipse damage phone camera? ›

Can I take pictures of the solar eclipse with my cellphone? Cellphone cameras should not be pointed directly at the sun, as it may damage the phone's sensor, experts say.

How can we protect from eclipse? ›

A handheld safe solar viewer is a good alternative to eclipse glasses. Both are effective in dramatically reducing the light of the sun to levels that are safe for the human eye. You can also watch the eclipse indirectly, Dr. Starr says, through a homemade pinhole projector.

How to protect yourself from a solar eclipse? ›

Even during a partial or annular eclipse, or during the partial phases of a total eclipse, the Sun will be very bright. If you are watching an entire eclipse, you may be in direct sunlight for hours. Remember to wear sunscreen, a hat, and protective clothing to prevent skin damage.

How can I protect my camera on my phone? ›

Let's take a look at a few simple solutions that'll keep your lens safe from scratches, bumps, and any other kinds of damage:
  1. Use a Protective Case. ...
  2. Try Using a Screen Protector. ...
  3. Use a Lens Protector. ...
  4. Clean Your Phone Camera Lens Regularly. ...
  5. Avoid Contact with Sand, Dirt, & Sharp Objects.

Can I use my phone during a solar eclipse? ›

While it's not recommended to directly observe a solar eclipse through your phone's camera or screen without proper filters or equipment, you can certainly use your phone to indirectly view or capture the eclipse safely.

What filter to use for solar eclipse on iPhone? ›

Introducing Solar Snap: a camera filter + app combo that can help you take amazing photos of the sun, when there's an eclipse, or any other day. Simply attach the filter to your phone, open Solar Snap, and snap away!

Can my phone record a solar eclipse? ›

You can also buy ready-made smartphone solar filters, like the VisiSolar Smartphone Photo Filter and the Solar Snap Eclipse App Kit. The latter comes with an excellent app that makes it easy to photograph the partially eclipsed sun — with impressive results.

Can I point my phone at the eclipse? ›

“Digital cameras, DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, even your phone […] all have sensors,” Gallardo said. “It's really not a good idea to point them directly to the sun, especially during this solar eclipse without the proper equipment.”

How to keep kids safe during an eclipse? ›

Wear eclipse glasses or use a handheld solar viewer.

Choose ones that meet an eye safety standard called ISO 12312-2. Fake ones won't give enough protection. Don't use glasses or viewers if they're damaged.

What not to do during eclipse? ›

Do NOT look at the Sun through a camera lens, telescope, binoculars, or any other optical device while wearing eclipse glasses or using a handheld solar viewer — the concentrated solar rays will burn through the filter and cause serious eye injury.

How to be safe in the eclipse? ›

Health and Safety First!

Use a pinhole projector or specialized ISO 12312-2 certified eclipse glasses. Protect Your Skin: Wear sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and protective clothing to prevent skin damage from the more than usual brighter sun this day.

Does solar eclipse affect human body? ›

There is no physical relationship between a total solar eclipse and your health, any more than there is a relationship between your health and a new moon,” NASA says. Physically, the only concern should be your eyes. You won't go blind from looking at the eclipse, but it can cause retinal damage.

Are dark sunglasses ok for eclipse? ›

The short answer is no. According to NASA, “regular sunglasses, no matter how dark, are not safe for viewing the Sun.” Instead, you'll want to find special eclipse glasses. These are at least 1,000 times darker than the darkest sunglasses you can find, Scientific American reports.

What to do during a solar eclipse in 2024? ›

Be vigilant to protect your eyes and put your eclipse glasses back on before totality ends. Totality may last only a minute or two in some locations. During totality, take a few seconds to observe the world around you. You may be able to see a 360-degree sunset.

Can I use eclipse glasses for my phone camera? ›

NASA even says you can simply hold a pair of ISO-certified eclipse glasses over the phone's camera lens when taking photos.

How do I take a good picture of the eclipse with my phone? ›

For best results, use your phone's manual settings

If you've never fiddled with your camera's settings, now's a good time. You'll want to reduce the exposure, at least during the partial eclipse phase, and also to set focus to "infinity." (Here's how to access manual controls for an iPhone or Android.)

Can I take pictures of the eclipse with my camera? ›

"With pretty much any kind of camera or any lens, you can get a good picture of the eclipse," he said. "I would just recommend a fairly sturdy tripod, to make your setup pretty steady, and a remote shutter release, because that allows you to take the pictures without jarring or moving the camera too much."

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