Advertisements A super moon appears larger and brighter than a regular full moon since it is near its closest distance to Earth. Here is the explanation in three simple points:
From my experience, the moon will appear largest when it is just above the horizon line. If you are considering which lens to use to get a close-up view, try using a telephoto lens for the best results. Of course, the challenge with this kind of photo is not just technical, there is a compositional issue as well. The hard part is finding a good context for the oversized moon. Sadly, one variable that is out of our control is the weather. Lets all cross fingers for a clear sky on the 9th evening. The moon will reach peak fullness at 1:48 P.M. EDT. Use this site to find your local time equivalent. If you are wondering about the images above, they were taken by Peter Zajfrid, a landscape photographer from Ruse, Slovenia. All images shared with permission. [Via InnerSplendor]
