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Orion Mars filter comparison

Started by ronbee, 10/29/2007 03:49AM
Posted 10/29/2007 03:49AM Opening Post
Finally a comparison using the Red Planet Mars ;-). Seeing was poor but I don't know when I'll get another chance (it did improved during my visual observation). I'll caution that the CCD camera does not respond the same way as the eye nor with the same exact color! Another disclaimer: I've found the image without visual filter always show the best details but visually I found filters helped me.
http://www.astrobee.000webhost.com/Toys/Images/Mars-Filters-NP127.jpg

Finally, the jury is still out ;-) on Orion Mars filter for me. I need to use it through this apparition to make any conclusion for myself. But it is safe to say ;-) that just based on last night, I still prefer my Tele Vue Type B and Baader Moon & Skyglow to the Orion for my small telescopic aperture.

Ron B[ee]