first telescope shot - Democratic Underground

rdking647

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Wed Nov-30-11 12:34 AM
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first telescope shot

my 15 year old telescope had a lot of problems aligning etc and wasnt suitable for use. When I was in costco I found one for just $199 and figures why not try it out. Took it home and hooked it up to a webcam designed for telescope use. Its the first time Ive ever tried this combo.

after using the webcam I had to spend alot of time processing it. Basically you have to stack a bunch of images and to a lot of specialized post processing which Im just guessing at how to do it.

anyway heres the first shot

Im certainly not happy with it and I have a steep learning curve ahead of me so i guess its ok for a first effort.

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alfredo

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Wed Nov-30-11 12:51 AM
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1. The CA is from the optics of the tele. I think it is good for a first shot.

Convert it to B&W.

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