High-performance CCD cameras have opened up a new window on the Universe for amateur astronomers. This book provides a complete, self-contained guide to choosing and using CCD cameras. It begins with an introduction to how a CCD camera works and just what determines its performance. It then shows how to use a CCD camera and calibrate accurately the images obtained. A clear review is then provided of the software available for visualising, analyzing and processing digital images. Finally, it guides the reader through a series of key areas in astronomy where the best use of CCD cameras can be...