Carina Nebula from Costa Rica
When I realized I could capture the glorious Carina Nebula from Costa Rica, I was fixated on the idea. A seemingly simple task for an experienced imager like myself - boy was I wrong.
More Info: astrobackyard.com/astrophotography-costa-rica/
The heat, the lights, the wind, and lack of my trusty NORTH STAR made this project a challenge.
Please have a look at the video (YouTube) if you're interested in more. Under 10 minutes of overall exposure time, with an unmodded DSLR!
Total Exposure: 9 Minutes, 30 Seconds (18 x 30-seconds)
Camera: Canon EOS 7D Mark II
Filter: Optolong L-Pro (2")
Telescope: William Optics RedCat 51
Mount: iOptron SkyGuider Pro
Carina Nebula from Costa Rica
When I realized I could capture the glorious Carina Nebula from Costa Rica, I was fixated on the idea. A seemingly simple task for an experienced imager like myself - boy was I wrong.
More Info: astrobackyard.com/astrophotography-costa-rica/
The heat, the lights, the wind, and lack of my trusty NORTH STAR made this project a challenge.
Please have a look at the video (YouTube) if you're interested in more. Under 10 minutes of overall exposure time, with an unmodded DSLR!
Total Exposure: 9 Minutes, 30 Seconds (18 x 30-seconds)
Camera: Canon EOS 7D Mark II
Filter: Optolong L-Pro (2")
Telescope: William Optics RedCat 51
Mount: iOptron SkyGuider Pro