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Second DSO

Started by chrisnardone, 03/02/2009 10:25AM
Posted 03/02/2009 10:25AM | Edited 03/02/2009 10:35AM Opening Post
Not sure if seeing was poor or if 80mm scope was the limiting factor. I really hoped for better results.

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Posted 03/02/2009 12:03PM #1
Looks like you just need more exposure time. Is your 80mm scope about f/7? What was your total exposure, ISO, etc.?

The Horsehead is a tough target.