Is there a convenient table as to what kind of limiting magnitude can be expected with a given CCD/scope/exposure. I can do the calculations just fine for naked eye observing. I have also taken enough film photos to do a good job guestimating my limiting magnitude there. But I was wondering what I could expect if I get a nice CCD that can take long exposures?
Thanks,
Charlie
Thanks,
Charlie
Fort Lewis Observatory: (37.238, -108.052) ~2360m (7744 ft.) elevation.
Darkness - typically 6.5+
Scope - Meade 16" LX200; f6.3 focal reducer
Focus - JMI Smart focus
Camera - SBIG ST-10XE; (~.5"/pixel)
Guiding - AO-8 and/or Meade 5"/DSI/PHD
http://www.fortlewis.edu/observatory