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First Light with AP155EDF in Oz

Started by tvdavis, 07/09/2008 10:01PM
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Posted 07/09/2008 10:01PM Opening Post
Thomas V Davis
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Here is my first light image from my remote observatory in Australia. This was taken with my AP 155EDF at f/5.3 and a 16803 chip camera. I want to double the exposure time, but I have been limited by clouds (their winter).

Anyway, it's a start.

http://www.tvdavisastropics.com/astroimages-1_000054.htm

Comments/criticisms welcome.

Tom
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Posted 07/09/2008 10:39PM #1
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Tom,


Wonderful image! Excellent color and detail. I'm looking forward to the deeper image!

R,

Joe

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Beautiful shot, Tom! You always produce wonderful images.

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Posted 07/10/2008 04:17AM #3
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Amazing work!

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Posted 07/10/2008 04:28PM #4
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That is a very sharp picture, wide field and nice color!
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Posted 07/12/2008 12:37AM #5
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Outstanding Tom!


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Posted 07/12/2008 10:10PM #6
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Uotstanding Tom. That is a great first light image.

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