Saturn on July 10, 2020

alexiezkoff

1381946

Planets

Jul 10th, 2020

2088

Resolution:: 703x575 px
File size:: 125 KB

Photo description / processing

2000 frames per channel at prime focus without a Barlow. Captured in Firecapture, stacked using drizzle method in Registax, color and subsequent processing in Astra Image.

Technical information

Telescope/Lens: Sky-Watcher 200PDS
Camera: ZWO ASI1600MM Pro
Mount: Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ6 GT
Software: FireCapture, AstraImage 3, RegiStax 5

Location: Светловодск, Ukraine

Comments

Igor Malik

We need to increase the magnification, fortunately the telescope allows for it.

Jul 11th, 2020

alexiezkoffReply to Igor Malik

I understand, but my setup is configured for deep-sky imaging, and I don’t want to change the camera position. I’d have to reshoot the flats afterward. Besides, planets aren’t really my thing. I tried it out of curiosity. I used to shoot with a Schmidt-Cassegrain. Sold the SCT, started shooting deep sky, and got sucked into that dangerous, addictive swamp.

Jul 11th, 2020

Igor MalikReply to alexiezkoff

Ah, I see. I understand. Sometimes I don't feel like swapping out the camera and accessories either.

Jul 13th, 2020