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Scratching the Imaging Itch

Started by 1953, 06/24/2010 04:36PM
Posted 06/24/2010 04:36PM Opening Post
I'm really getting the itch to do solar system object imaging but I'm a complete neophyte.

I see a lot of people use the DMK series of cameras but I've no idea what else is needed for a complete setup/configuration.

Anybody care to share with me or point to a thread for solar system imaging 101?

Thanks in advance.

Jeff

"Don't sweat the petty things and don't pet the sweaty things" 8O
Posted 06/24/2010 05:57PM #1
Hi Jeff, For beginners, I would recommend a used Philips ToUCam 840 (color web-cam). All you need to start is the camera and Registax 5 (freeware). If the itch develops into a full blown rash, then you can get one of the high end monochrome cameras with RGB filters, filter wheel or selector and more sophisticated software.

Rolando Chavez