Mark your calendar for April 8 solar eclipse. The celestial event is super rare and it is anticipated to be a remarkable event for skygazers. The maiden full solar eclipse of 2024 will be sighted in North America along a path crossing from Mexico into the US and Canada.
The eclipse in Pakistan will not be sighted in Pakistan. People in North America, including the US, Mexico, Canada, and other areas will witness dramatic effects.
For the readers, it is important to use proper eye protection when observing the eclipse to prevent iris damage.
How to see Solar Eclipse?
To view the 2024 solar eclipse, start by observing the partial eclipse, which will gradually progress to totality.
Cloud cover can affect visibility, but the darkness of solar eclipse is noticeable.
Astronomers are excited to observe and study the Sun’s activity during the eclipse, making it a unique opportunity for both scientific research and public engagement with astronomy.
| Location | Eclipse Start Time | Totality Start Time | Totality End Time | Eclipse End Time |
| Dallas, TX | 1:40 p.m. CDT | 1:40 p.m. CDT | 1:44 p.m. CDT | 3:00 p.m. CDT |
| Cleveland, OH | 1:59 p.m. EDT | 3:13 p.m. EDT | 3:17 p.m. EDT | – |
| Maine | 2:22 p.m. EDT | 3:32 p.m. EDT | 3:34 p.m. EDT | – |
| Newfoundland | – | – | – | 5:16 p.m. NDT |
How to capture Solar Eclipse 2024 on mobile phone?
You need to play with focus and exposure in eclipse photography to get good quality pictures from phone. Instead of relying on autofocus, use manual setting and adjust focus by tapping on moon in your frame can provide more precise results.
Adjust exposure on your device to improve the overall quality of your pictures.
On apple phones, adjust exposure by using the sun icon that appears after tapping to focus. For Android phones, you can adjust exposure by dragging left or right after a long press on the desired focus point.
To click diamond ring effect, use burst mode on your phone to take multiple shots rapidly. This ensures that you capture this ethereal display of beauty without missing any crucial moments.
Use limit zooming or use telephoto lens attachment with a reliable solar filter to protect your lens from damage.
