tkerr, that was just example for the topic author, how to avoid flares []


Yes, for camera sensor direct sunlight is not healthy.


But in these two last photos there isn't sun. There is only moon at night []


Details of Last two photos, if it helps to indicate cause of the flares:


Aperture F/6.4
Focal length 35 mm
Exposure 10 sec.
ISO 400
time 22:25

Aperture F/6.4
Focal length 55 mm
Exposure 10 sec.
ISO 800
time 22:28