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Partial Eclipse in Georgia

Discussion in 'Astrophotography and Imaging' started by Orion25, Oct 14, 2023.

Partial Eclipse in Georgia

Started by Orion25 on Oct 14, 2023 at 3:30 PM

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  1. Orion25

    Orion25 Well-Known Member

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    Orion25, Oct 14, 2023
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    We got about 50% of the sun eclipsed by the moon. Wasn't sure if I was going to see it at all with the thick cloud dominating the morning hours. By noon, the clouds began to move out. I took several shots, some at prime focus and some with the DSLR only. I'm posting the best two out of the bunch.

    You can see a sunspot in this prime focus shot through my 127mm Mak:

    ASTRONOMY - PARTIAL ECLIPSE 10-14-23 SM.jpg


    Here is a shot using my Nikon D3200 with a 300x zoom lens:
    ASTRONOMY - PARTIAL ECLIPSE 10-14-23 B SM.jpg

    Regards,
    Reggie :D
     
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    PXR-5, Oct 14, 2023
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    Very nice Reggie! Beautiful image
     
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    Ed D, Oct 14, 2023
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    Nice images, Reggie! Thanks for sharing them with us.

    Didn't get to see any of this eclipse. Mother Nature was busy watering my lawn and ionizing the air for most of the day.

    Do you use a solar filter on your DSLR lens when taking images?
     
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    sojourneyer, Oct 14, 2023
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    great snap of Mr Sol. Thanks for sharing Reggie.
     
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    Gabby76, Oct 15, 2023
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    Nice images Reggie, good that you got to see it.
     
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    Orion25, Oct 15, 2023
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    Thanks, Jeff!
     
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    Orion25, Oct 15, 2023
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    You're welcome, Ed! Yes, I used a specially-made filter to fit over the lens. It gets a bit fiddly when trying to focus but it works pretty well. I used it for the total eclipse back in 2017.
     
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    Orion25, Oct 15, 2023
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    Thanks, Gabby! I'm looking forward to the total eclipse in 2024 here in the States. It will be my second total in seven years. I was so focused on getting images last time that I plan to just enjoy observing the next one :)
     
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    Orion25, Oct 15, 2023
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    No problem, my friend! ;)
     
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    Ed D, Oct 16, 2023
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    Thanks, Reggie. I was pretty sure you use a filter when imaging the sun. I believe without a filter the DSLR sensor woud be fried to a crisp.

    I have a small Baader white light filter I bought a few years ago from Agena that I use with my camera lenses as well as my 60mm and 85mm scopes.
     
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    Orion25, Oct 16, 2023
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    Yes, and my eyes wouldn't fare too well either, lol. Here is the filter I used:
    https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/prod...filters_ulf70_70mm_universal_lens_filter.html
     
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    sojourneyer, Oct 17, 2023
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    61umhCMvi0L._AC_SL1500_.jpg Here is the solar mask I use. It works great. every time I use it I view a total eclipse.
     
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    Orion25, Oct 17, 2023
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    LOL! You'll definitely protect your eyes with those! ROTFL! :p
     
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