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C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan Atlas)

Comet Tsuchinshan Atlas A3

10 minute exposure tracking the comet with SharpCap, 200 gain

AT60 at 227 mm focal length

AM5 mount in Alt/Az

 

This comet is exceptionally bright, long, and has a fantastic anti-tail pointing downward towards the sun. The anti-tail is dust the comet has left in its path as it moves away from the sun and is back illuminated.

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Uploaded on October 15, 2024
Taken on October 14, 2024