Camera and Exposure Settings for Astro

File Format: Shoot in RAW

White Balance: Set to Daylight or a Kelvin between 3800 and 4400. Never use Auto White Balance.

Auto-ISO: Turn it OFF.

Image Stabilization: OFF

Noise Reduction: Turn off long exposure NR. Perform NR in post production.

LCD Brightness: Dim the LCD to lowest level to save your night vision.