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Cloudy nights forum astrophotography I bough the Celestron - NexStar 8SE Telescope - Computerized Telescope for Beginners and Advanced Users, way back in 2020 and actually used it once !! Well, tried to use it. Thank you for reading it. I know is a narrow path, and I am outside its range. Id like to get some advice one what my next targets should be. Now, I m thinking to buy a 12 inch DOB to see much bigger. Which Apr 22, 2023 · Page 1 of 3 - What weather App would you recommend? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Which weather app would you guys recommend for telescopes? Thanks Oct 9, 2023 · Page 1 of 4 - Best Astronomy apps? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): What are the latest, greatest apps to download for our hobby? Any oldies, but goodies? Nov 4, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Which scope to purchase? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hey guys, Im sure you guys get this asked a thousand times but I am looking for some recommendations on what to purchase for my first actual telescope. Given that, and as others have said, a visit with a local astronomy club is highly recommended. I need help finding new targets (Ive already observed the moon, jupiter, mars, sirius and betelgeuse). Went out to do Saturn. Back in the 1990s I was enjoying astrophotography, but dropped out of the hobby and donated my scope after work got crazy, kids arrived, we moved to a location that forced me to travel any time I wanted to use a telescope (trees), etc. But I would like to be able to see the stripes of Jupiter or the ring of Saturn despite the size limitation. I started with the 25mm eyepiece that came with the telescope but really want to get more out of this piece of equipment Aug 27, 2024 · Seeing - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Astrospheric predicted excellent seeing last for the first time for me in over two years. Just wondering if 95 is Nov 11, 2023 · Use of Laser during astrophoto - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hi all! Not sure where to ask this. One remark was that swapping out the AZ GTI for a manual mount would make my current scope more convenient / grab-and-go-friendly Oct 29, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Am I out of my MIND? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Im buying a TeleKit, with a kit build date in December. I have Terence Dickinsons excellent book Nightwatch, and I also use Stellarium on my laptop, but neither of Dec 3, 2024 · Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): A place for new astronomers to ask visual observing or basic equipment questions and report their findings. I am hoping to view the Leonids Oct 20, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Fast Refractor Eyepiece Help - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hi Guys! I just got started in astronomy a few months ago, and bought an SvBony SV48P 90mm F5. Other beginners, as well as more experienced CN Oct 2, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Problems posting photos - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hello everyone, It has been many years since I was on the Cloudy Nights website, Im having trouble posting any photos, every time I try it says the file is too big, even after I have cropped the photo as much as possible, Im using my mobile phone to post, does anyone have any idea what Im doing wrong?, any Oct 16, 2024 · SynScan Setup - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Have a 12 new SkyWatcher dob with SynScan. - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): I have completely removed the Synta grease from my 80/500 refractor. Finding most of the posts are advanced from a beginners perspective, but awesome website though. Aug 16, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - How to Decide on Telescope Targets? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): What references do yall like to use to when choosing targets for an observation night? Ive been solely going off of Turn Left At Orion, which I hear is a great starting point, but Im curious if theres other references yall prefer or use in addition to it? I also dont have a good reference for Feb 25, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - What should my next targets be? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Ive been using my new AD8 for close to a week now. There is rarely any talk of space events Aug 12, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Should Have Researched first - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): So I did the normal thing and bought a Skywatcher 150 APO and an EQ5 to get those stunning imaginary views only to find out that theres a lot more involved. However the telescope was really starting to get obnoxious and would shake like crazy for everything (a Oct 6, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - New & Need Advice - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): I just bought a Refractor Sky-watcher Startravel 102. I have noticed recently that when its saying that the evening will be cloudy covered its actually pretty clear (naked eye Jupiter, Pleiades visible). Currently I just keep them in their original boxes with the caps on them . At least thats how it looked. I use a site tube to place for placement of the secondary and for the alignment Feb 19, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Telescope cover? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): I have an 8” SCT on an iOptron AZ Mount Pro and tripier. The moon never fails to amaze me, but when I looked at Venus, it seemed visibly smeared and blurry. For right now, Im only observing the night sky no photography or anything like Nov 21, 2017 · How to search the forums? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hi, Im new here and I want to search the Meade Computerized Telescopes forum for advice about controlling an early model LX-90 with my laptop via Bluetooth wireless. Any recommendations?? Also do i buy a new telescope or buy a new eyepiece, if yes please suggest (i Feb 7, 2024 · Great Hobby, What’s Next - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): First, let me say this appears to be a great community. What would you suggest I downsize to Dec 19, 2023 · Beginners Advice - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hi, I am just starting out. I’ve purchased a tri-mount to mount both Nov 27, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - What are your Visual Observing comfort items? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Im having a tough time getting into visual observing and Im thinking its because Im perpetually uncomfortable out in the cold, dark, and wind. I live in lower Alabama. I live in northern Utah, which still get quite a lot of light pollution where I live. Jun 2, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Eyepiece storage - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): I have some nice Explore Scientific & Televue eyepieces that I use while out observing. I started at 7:00pm and ended at 9:00pm. What do you guys think, Sky and Telescope or Astronomy ? Sep 15, 2022 · Astrophotography software recommendation for beginner - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: I am a beginner to astronomy and a beginner to photography. And on a bad night, something like 2. Sep 14, 2024 · New scope - my first! - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): For years I have been watching the night sky and learning to identify what can be seen there. I was able to pinpoint where it should be on the dob. I have a question to you all, way more experienced than me. With the warm weather it has got 95 degrees in there. After using the default 25mm eyepiece, I bought an Xcel lx Oct 28, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Manual Alt-Az mounts available in Europe - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Two weeks ago I made a post about scaling down from a 5 inch newt to a 80mm refractor. Lat night after work (2:30am) I saw Jupiter and 3 moons One on one side of Jupiter and 2 on the other side. I’ve had better nights under seeing that predicted to be worse. This will probably be a broad ended question. We work with Middle Schools, High Schools,Elementry Aug 13, 2024 · Last night I saw Jupiter - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): It was the second time I have seen it threw the scope the first time I saw Jupiter I could see 4 of its moons lines up. There seems to be 2 ways to mount a smartphone to a dobsonian: horizontally using a mirror or vertically. It was Dec 11, 2023 · Tonight’s best? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): As a new member here. I love observing everything! Moon, planets, double star, and all sorts of dso objects. Dec 7, 2023 · High Point Scientific - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Just a quick word about were I bought my scope. I paid for the full version of both software packages. I read up on forums like this one and many others. Feb 17, 2007 · DSLR, Mirrorless & General-Purpose Digital Camera DSO Imaging: This forum is for more advanced discussion about accessories, techniques or approaches to astrophotography with general purpose (not astronomy dedicated) digital cameras. My question is, what is the easiest software to use to 1. Thanks! BTW,this telescope will only be used at home no traveling. Last year decided it was a waste not to pick up the hobby and take advantage of the Feb 20, 2024 · Page 1 of 3 - ST80 Hit List - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): I dont have much experience with refractors and my little ST80 is usually relegated to quick looks at Jupiter and Orion. I am brand new to this board as well as astronomy. Back home where I live I kinda hope its not a problem and I will be able to talk myself out of any questions from law enforcement etc IF anyone comes to ask or report my activity Nov 28, 2023 · Starsense explorer DX130 Vs the DX5 SCT - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hi! So Im looking for a better mount for my st80 the one that I have right know works, but dont have the slow motion controls. Last year I bought a Celeston Nexstar 8 SE. The presentation of quantitative observational Dec 22, 2024 · Doubts on Setup for Astrophotography - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hi, Im new to astronomy and astrophotography and this forum helped me a lot in the last couple of months. Feb 11, 2006 · Scientific Amateur Astronomy: A forum where amateurs can discuss their contributions to fields such as spectroscopy, photometry, astrometry, interferometry, and radio astronomy. Ive acquired an 80mm triplet refractor, SW EQM-35 EQ Mount, ASI533MC-P color camera, dual narrowband filter, plus a guide scope and camera. Im 3 days ago · Aiming telescope with a Smartphone app - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): I’m a complete beginner, in fact still waiting for my telescope and I find appealing to use a smartphone to identify objects as well aiming the telescope. I didnt have much time and it was very hard for me to get into Nov 14, 2023 · An introduction and a question - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Good morning, If this intro looks too long to read (dont blame you) my question is in the last paragraph;-) I purchased my first scope in 1985. 5. My observing setup for the evening, included three pairs of eyepieces, a reticle guide, some planetary filters. But… In a forum where everyone observes the Night Sky. This forum is intended for the discussion of instrument-specific hardware and software. Ive now spent around 10 Dec 3, 2019 · Night Vision Astronomy is astronomy performed with analog or digital devices capable of producing a real time view of celestial objects. Although I dont have the SkyWatcher Virtuoso 150p, I would suggest that the goto would be great for a new user, especially a child. My wife got me the Celestron Nexstar 5se, and I couldnt be happier so far. Aug 24, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Takahashi FS-60 CB for grab-and-go visual observing in Bortle 7 to 9 skies — Worth it? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hello, everyone. 30 Oct 2024 Astrophotography : 2 replies 547 views; Forum moderators: Aug 15, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Beginner Telescope - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): I’m looking to get into the hobby and I’m searching for the best first telescope to get. It is overall a good piece of software. So far, focusing on the moon, Jupiter, Saturn. Obviously new to astronomy as an active hobby, though it’s been an interest for a long time, I got the telescope setup I’ll describe in a second a year or two ago, tried to use it and had trouble seeing anything or getting it to focus and it Nov 1, 2023 · Smart Telescopes: A forum for the discussion of all-in-one, computer controlled, astrographs. in/cdmznm/0/ John 3 days ago · Observing conditions in the Tampa area - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): This is more of a question for those who have been in the hobby for a while and observe from the Tampa area. I feel like I’m in a hurry and not going slow enough. edit my images? In Aug 14, 2024 · Page 4 of 4 - Confused and need buying advice - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Welcome to CN, There are a lot of experienced people on this forum that got here by being where you are right now. I’ve been using a 90mm refractor scope for the last 5-6 years, and I’ve been having a lot of fun with it! Very cheap scope, but I was a student and it’s what I had. Ive done the basic setup (coords, time, elevation) indoors and am ready to take the scope out soon for first use. I started in astronomy in 1979, when I got some Zeiss binoculars for my birthday, and was able to see many sights. I have no issues with setting them up. Get answers to your questions in our photography forums. Topics include (but are not limited to): advanced afocal approaches, minimalist & camping rigs, nightscape photography, accessories & modifications. I’m planning on going to our clubs dark sky site but was thinking there’s got to be a better way to carry them instead of in their original boxes Jan 4, 2025 · Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: This forum is intended for discussion related to beginning Deep Sky Object (DSO) imaging using any type of camera or mount. Added Aug 12, 2024 · Laser collimator movement - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hello, I have an Astrosystems laser collimator which I am quite happy with as it has been giving consistent results when, used with the barlow attachment, I align the primary mirror axis. However, after two surgeries in the last year, things have changed, and I can no longer do some of the things I used to do. I want to be able to see what I have learned is close space objects like nebula and clusters and galazies, also the planets. Its been fun. , 2 elements FMC and the only difference is the length of the entire thing. Nov 1, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - For planetary visuals? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): My brother asked me what type of scopes are best for planetary visuals. 07 Jan 2025 Astrophotography, DSLR, Imaging and Beginners Forum (No Nov 10, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - I saw saturn for the first time! - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): I saw Saturn for the first time using my DX130AZ, so excited and happy! It was super tiny but I can clearly see the ring! Crystal clear! Using Starsense, it was soooooo simple. 5 refractor to start out. It also matches the readings I take with a Chesire. I am always tight on budget Apr 2, 2016 · Beginners' Forum Rules (Please read this) - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Welcome to the Beginners’ Forum! We know that this is long. Can someone recommend a telescope cover to use when I’m not using the telescope? Feb 9, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Begginer telescope targets - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): I am pretty new to this new astronomy thing and i have a celestron firstscope (3 inch dobsonian). And started viewing. Obviously I still have mountains to learn, but I am feeling much more comfortable with it. I got up at 4:45 AM for some Saturday morning viewings and it was not so bad and just took an early nap. I keep them covered for dust. Finally did the right first thing (last of Apr 7, 2011 · General Observing and Astronomy: General Observing and Amateur Astronomy topics and questions that do not fit into our other forums. 25 and a 30 mm 68-deg 2in. Now im looking for the perfect eyepieces for it, and am making this thread to get suggestions. Its a lot bigger than I expected! I unboxed it, did a parts inventory, and assembled it per the instructions. So set everything up scope and phone,and has the instructions quote,youll be viewing the night sky in 5 minutes. Tuned up the Vixen 130 with help from this forum and mounted it on a CG-4 for a pretty good grab-n-go. Oct 18, 2015 · Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): A place for new astronomers to ask visual observing or basic equipment questions and report their findings. Now I am not much of a carpenter but I did find a plan from the BBC Sky at Night site which did not look too challenging to Oct 22, 2024 · Should I wait? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): I am thinking about buying a Celestron Evolution 8,should I buy it now or wait until maybe black friday deals come out,do online retailers have deals on these scopes and if so how much money will I save by waiting? Thanks Aug 25, 2024 · CNers have asked about a donation box for Cloudy Nights over the years, so here you go. My favorite being Orion (yes, a bit boring maybe) and the moon. I really dont want Nov 28, 2023 · 1st Telescope? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): If you had a choice between a Celestron Evolution 6 and a Celestron Nexstar 6SE,the 6SE being $500 cheaper which one would you choose,keep in mind this is your first telescope. I Oct 6, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - How to find observing sites in unfamiliar places - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Anyone got any tips on how to find a good observing site in an area that youre not familiar with? Heres my specific dilemma: I live in a city, which is close to another (much larger) city, so getting to truly dark skies takes a good 45-60 minutes of driving. I’m planning on building a 14” to maybe a 30” dobsonian and maybe a goto Jul 4, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Lubricating a rack and pin. That is all. Community Forum Software by IP. I took it out last night and my first look found Saturn. Free Astrophotography Books Jun 11, 2023 · Page 1 of 2 - Learning how to deal with late night viewings and sleep - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hi all, so Im really new to the experience. Moved to NM under Bortle 5/6 skies 2 years ago. Ive been an avid user of Voyager and Viking software for the past 2 years. This forum is for more advanced discussion about accessories, techniques or approaches to astrophotography with general purpose (not astronomy dedicated) digital cameras. Most of them started by asking someone and you have started in the right place. Dec 7, 2011 · Page 1 of 2 - Cloudy Nights - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): I didnt realize how many cloudy nights there are until I got a new scope. I can’t recommend him a newt or a dob. I have enough space in my band rehearsal room, but I wonder if vibrations Jan 17, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Smaller Lighter? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): So I consider myself a beginner but I have been doing this for awhile and am enjoying astrophotography BUT Im not doing much visual observing these days and Id like to fix that. Cloudy Nights Forum is dedicated to provide a forum where you can ask your questions or provide answers based on your experience, and perhaps most importantly, the site publishes reviews of astronomical scopes and equipment as written by experienced observers in the amateur astronomy community. I looked around the forums and didnt see an introduction thread, so if I missed it, my apologies. Thats right, I just got off the phone with David at Oct 24, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - New Guy here - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hi all, I just joined this place hoping to gain some knowledge. A few things I got was Jan 5, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Looking for my first serious telescope. Too **** complicated for my small brain. Mar 18, 2024 · Nextstar 8SE Magnification Issues? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hi. I would like to find something that is extremely simple where most of my time is spent looking vs making adjustments. The 30mm Im pretty happy with, comfortable to view through and a good field of view. Based Sep 8, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Ultra compact setup recommendations? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): I need it to fit in the backpack for hiking and small luggage fortrain travel etc. I’ve taken some Nov 8, 2024 · Posting first image on this forum: Cygnus Wall - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: This is the first image that I am happy with since I started becoming seriously interested in astrophotography over a year ago. Otherwise, why would they care? 3 days ago · Page 2 of 2 - Generic Beginner Telescope - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Agreed, this is the no-astrophotography forum, but sometimes new members want to try everything and they have to start somewhere. Is this safe? Bringing it in and out of the house is a big hassle. Donation is not required by any means, so please enjoy your stay. Jul 7, 2023 · Expert news, reviews and videos of the latest digital cameras, lenses, accessories, and phones. I also enjoy visiting many of the astro streaming sites where folks live stream what their scopes are looking at and chat with the owners and users there. But what size Telescopeand what make would you guys recommend to start out with? I dont wanna go to small and to cheap and regret it. A refractor is probably too expensive for the focal length needed. This is my current setup - Celestron Nexstar 6SE - ZWO ASI 678 MC - Barlow 2X (Svbony) - IR UV CUT filter (ZWO) - Plus a couple of additional eyepieces Oct 9, 2024 · The Cloudy Nights forum can be a good source of info too. I’m now considering a third, and would Jul 14, 2024 · Progress Report—Decisions and Suggestions - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): It’s amazing that my astronomy journey is only a year old. The developer has a forum for questions related to the software. I cantt figure out how. I was using red light sensitive glass plates, and had to cut 8 x10 inch glass plates in total darkness to fit into a smaller sized plate holder. Ive got an 8 Dob and it is great Mar 2, 2024 · Page 1 of 3 - Problems with my observation sessions - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): I seem to be running into problem’s planning/executing my observation sessions and may be getting a little overwhelmed. Heres some basic info: Will be my first telescope. Nov 5, 2024 · New Apertura AD8 Owner, Eyepiece Question - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): I have spent some time with my AD8 and the eye pieces that came with it: 9 mm 52-deg. I’ve been in the hobby for 40 years, but have only owned two telescopes. ) -- as they relate to astronomy. I was gifted a Meade lx90 8”, Meade diagonal and 25mm eyepiece. I need some serious help. Say you have the same $800 (ish) to Nov 11, 2023 · Page 1 of 3 - New to hobby, appreciate advice on first telescope - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hi, spent the last few days reading posts here and trying to learn as much as possible, but its like drinking from a firehose. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. This forum allows discussion of the equipment, its configuration and use, observing reports made using the devices, techniques for image capture, and the sharing of images the observer made to record their observations. Also I enjoy looking at Feb 5, 2024 · My second night out! - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Last night I was a lot better prepared. 3 focal Dec 10, 2024 · Upgrade - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Dear users of cloudy nights, I have some money to save for something new. Jan 30, 2024 · Venus looking blurry through telescope? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): This morning, around 6:40 local time, I took out my 90mm Maksutov to look at the Moon and Venus. I find it a bit odd, that there is no “space Talk”. Basically I tried using Level3 laser pointer to orientate my optics in the night sky for framing. Budget is not an issue. Any advice? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hello! I’m new to the CN forum, although I’ve been poking around here for a while. There seems to be a ton of information on this site Dec 20, 2024 · CNers have asked about a donation box for Cloudy Nights over the years, so here you go. I looked at the specs and found that the aperture is the same , 0,94 in. Ive received a lot of great advice on potential options and I’ve definitely got plenty to think about. Feb 20, 2024 · Page 2 of 3 - A question on buying a new telescope - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Just because no one has mentioned one yet, 80 to 90mm 900mm+ fl achromat refractors are a classic start Sep 12, 2024 · New Astronomics Site - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): So Ive gotten a couple of emails the past few days about an updated Astronomics Site and that I should log in. Yet another what mount should I get therad Jun 25, 2015 · Page 1 of 3 - Best star atlas / map? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Although my scope has GoTo, Im trying to move by knowledge past the lets try for random objects in the controller database and see which ones arent underground or behind my neighbours house approach. To keep it short, family with 2 elementary kids, we go camping, like the outdoors, I am a sciences guy but never Astronomy. 5 seconds? Or 2. I also want to insure I get a mount which will serve me if I start to add accessories like a camera or one of those devices you place on the front which lowers the F stop Feb 29, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Found Orion nebula - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): My first deep space object, M42, Orion Nebula using Celestron 150P Heritage telescope with 24mm Baader eyepiece. Ive only been in the hobby for about a month now and have found that every time the skies are clear the transparency and seeing are either average or below average (using Astropheric). Anyway, lemme give you the best short story I can. The only place I have Dec 8, 2024 · In addition, there are sections on various books, observing guides, the Moon, the planets, star-hopping, stellar atlases, planispheres, planetarium programs, astronomy apps, deep-sky objects, lists of worthwhile celestial objects to observe, binocular astronomy, urban astronomy, and other related topics. Im thinking where I could store it. So I really need some advice on Aug 2, 2024 · Page 1 of 3 - best season for astronomy - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): This is my first post on here . I was well collimated and let the mirror cool with a fan for an hour. - First timer here and looking for some guidance, realizations and suggestions! This telescope was gifted to me by my now passed grandfather in law. The thing is - what you want to look at will determine the type and size of telescope required. I’ve been reading these forums for years, and have learned a lot. I purchased a 50,000$ truck and didnt get a half hour telephone consultation. - Advanced or specialized topics should be discussed in their dedicated forums. reflector - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Everyone always mentions a 8” dob for your first telescope. 1 Dob? The Sep 25, 2016 · Binoculars: Best Of Binocular Library, How to Choose, Equipment Minireviews, Observation Reports, Testing Aspects, Aberrations and Deficiencies, Books, Binocular Mounts, Observing Lists, Exit Pupil vs Eye Pupil, Binocular Vision and more Jan 12, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Advice on 3rd telescope - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hello guys, Ive been doing visual observing for about 2 years. In the early 1980s, I bought a used Celestron-8 and did a lot of DSO and eyepiece projection planetary photography through the mid 2 days ago · Celestron starsence dx 130 az upgrades - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hi! as you could probably tell, I am new here and would like some advice on some upgrades for the SSE 130 DX reflector, I already have a celestron zoom eyepiece, SVBony LP filter and a lunar/planetary filter, for some minor and extremely basic astrophotography I have a cell phone adapter and my Iphone I Oct 6, 2024 · Can’t seem to focus on anything - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hello! Longtime lurker, just signed up for an account finally. Super Plossl 1. I imagine Jun 7, 2006 · Astronomy Software & Computers: This is the place to discuss all things associated with computers & gadgets, both hardware and software (including PDAs, smartphones, tablets, laptops, astronomy programs and apps, Celestron SkyScout and Meade MySky devices, etc. Im curious on your opinions for the best observing season. I have done a lot of reading and initially narrowed it down to an 8 dob, but my a goto would be fantastic for my newbie brain. Without goto, one can spend ridiculous 4 days ago · 7 planet alignment - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Im not sure if anything has been posted about this https://www. But the more I read, I just get more confused on what to buy. Very exciting for me. I have watched a good bit of youtube vids and read many articles about beginning my journey into astronomy. I liked the controls on the tripod to track stuff and they seem to work pretty nice. An Orion Newtonian on an equatorial mount. Wed like to do daytime alignment so we can have that done and can get to viewing in the evening. A forum for the Mar 23, 2024 · Page 1 of 4 - Seeking advice - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): I am wanting to get into Astronomy and possibly Astrophotography. Their knowledge of the night skies will soon be approaching mine, I just need to stay ahead of them a little Oct 18, 2015 · Page 1 of 280 - Cloudy Nights Introduce Yourself - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hello all and welcome to Cloudynights! This thread has been created for new members to quickly introduce themselves to the community and receive a warm welcome. I recently purchased Celestron 8SE and am about 8-10 nights into usage. If you are interested in specialized or more sophisticated DSO techniques or are interested in imaging non-DSO targets please start your topic in a more appropriate forum. Discussions Nov 29, 2016 · Film Astrophotography: Discussions about astrophotography using film. I got my first beginner telescope a few weeks ago (Orion StarBlast 4. Saw the Celestron 8se had decent reviews, I read it’s an older model but that’s the one I purchased. Should Sep 5, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Tips on Neptune - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Got out the dob last night. He’s got a 6ft balcony to work with and that’s practically it. My favorite is Cloudy Nights website. My wife and I enjoyed a handful of winter nights watching Jupiter, Saturn, and the Orion nebula. The big minus would be aperture. sciencealace-in-the-sky Nov 18, 2023 · How accurate is Astrospheric? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): I am using Astrospheric since I got into the hobby to set alarms on when to wake up. You will find that Cloudy Nights is a great place to exchange knowledge and information about all things Astronomy related. Downloded the app checked my phones compatability,all OK. If you have Nov 4, 2024 · Starting My Journey in Astrophotography - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Hi everyone, This is my first time creating a forum post, and I’m excited to start my journey into astrophotography! I already have a great photography camera (Sony A7R V), and I’ve been doing some research on the type of items and equipment I should get to start capturing those amazing shots of planets, the Oct 23, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - First time telescope owner - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hi just purchased my first telescope & couldn’t be more of a noob. I put the Binocular on the mount, took off the lens covers and eyecaps. Easy enough. I have a detached garage that gets on the warm side. It was at about 20 degrees(?) so a bit low - and it was a bit soupy down lower - could see the 4 star asterism near pisces where it should be and was able to use the 10 inch dob at 64 and 140x to see the zone - stars were quite Jan 5, 2025 · First post and first night out ! - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hello group ! Found many great info on this site, preparing for tonight ! So I made an account ! I have a small window between 10pm and 12 to try Orion with my new setup (my 1st setup ever!) Wish me luck, since its -17 celcius here in Québec, Canada! Guillaume Aug 6, 2024 · Astroscan astronomy assistance - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): I was recently gifted an Astroscan. Glad to be here! I’m a total newbie and planning to buy my first telescope, probably going to buy an 8 dobsonian from Omegon, the Advanced X version. We finally got our StellaLyra 8 scope and put it together today and the skies decided to be kind and held off with the rain and clouds. C&C welcome. I switched eye pieces a couple of times. I asked him if portability is a factor and yes, it is. Nov 13, 2024 · New member introduction - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hi my name is Brian and I just got my first scope today, a Sky-Watcher USA Heritage 150mm. Its a Bausch and Lomb Criterion 4000. I got lots of helpful replies and suggestions for which I am grateful. Relative newbie here, looking for some tips. I am happy with the scope, although Im thinking of getting easier/bigger for use. Am I nuts to be buying Tele Vue Panoptic and Ethos 2 Oculars before I even have the kit? At this time, its just a few mirrors and eye-pieces, and I need to build the scope around the glass. Not sure how other scope vendors do things, but if you are shopping for a telescope, you cant go wrong purchasing it from High Point Scientific. Essentially the image must be multiplied by a stretched version of its luminance and then divided by the unstretched version of the luminance Jan 2, 2024 · After Observing - Equipment Care - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): I was just out back with my BT-100XLs for about 90 minutes. Are these . What if one wanted to go the refractor route for their first telescope? I’m considering ease of use, quick usage, packability, low maintenance and daytime viewing as pluses. Such instruments include, but are not limited to, those made by Vaonis, Unistellar, DwarfLab & ZWO. I wasnt sure what it was but when I replaced my 25mm eyepiece with the 10mm one I could see little 1 day ago · astrobuysell banning VPN'd URLs (because it can't collect info and sell it?) - posted in Equipment (No astrophotography): Seems like it. 1 day ago · There were 1000 results tagged with astrophotography. I dont know what the May 23, 2014 · Page 1 of 285 - OneSky Newtonian - Astronomers without borders - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): I was recently gifted the Astronomers without Boarders 5 Newtonian. Im curious if any have tips/tricks on how the deal with late nights and early morning as how it impacts your sleep. I have a 114 bird jones. I could just make out the phase to be over half illuminated, but that was about it. So, smaller the better. My body is Jul 22, 2024 · Storage in music room - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hello from Finland! This is my first post ever to this site. Searching the internet for answers is like getting on webMD. It looks legit, but I figured Id just post here to make sure it is. Whats more important is I need to fit other things too in the same bag. Stuff its not really good at. Tired of using paper shims or something to keep it on its mark. They already know the planets, a few constellations, and some of the staff at a nearby planetarium. haha no such look. Is there any way to search for a combination of specific terms like LX-90 Laptop Bluetooth in that forum (or any forum at CN Oct 11, 2024 · Units confusion - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): So I know there are 360 degrees in a circle, and 60 minutes per degree and 60 seconds per minute. So Apr 25, 2023 · good places to buy a telescope - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): hi im looking to buy a telescopr but amazon,ebay,bestbuy,target dont have many good options im looking to get a 6 inch dobsonian telescope but the only one i can find is the orion skyquest xt6 or the sky watcher classic 150 any recommendations to were to buy a telescope? Jan 1, 2025 · Cloudy Nights; → Astrophotography and Sketching; CNers have asked about a donation box for Cloudy Nights over the years, so here you go. This forum is for more advanced discussion about accessories, techniques or approaches to astrophotography with general purpose (not astronomy dedicated) digital cameras. Am I right to go with 2 instead of 1-1/4 with my 13. I have since upgraded it slightly to be more user friendly, it occurred to me that Nov 3, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - What can I actually see? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Please forgive me I know this has probably been asked a million times. I set it up in the daytime and you cant touch it and hope it does not move by nighttime. 10 inch Newtonian. And one thing let to another, and now Im looking for a complete package, let me tell you what void would this setup fill When I just wanted a quick view and I dont want to mess Dec 28, 2023 · Welcome to C/N! There are many and it depends on what you want to see or at least try to see. I dont see any search box. So what can I actually see with my eye balls? I’m not set up Jun 30, 2024 · I Joined forum 2020 :) - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): back after finally being able to move back to Oregon. It was so small. So far Ive viewed what Im guessing are the most common beginner things to view: Moon . Jan 17, 2010 · Equipment (No astrophotography): A forum for discussion of visual and general astronomy equipment and accessories; a default location if you your topic does not fit into any of the more specialized equipment forums such as Mounts, Eyepieces, Refractors, etc. - Beginning astrophotographers should read, and then post, in whichever imaging forum is most appropriate to their subject. Any Jul 17, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Telescope storage - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Where does everyone keep their telescopes when not in use. Thanks Aug 4, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Observing chair - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): I am always grateful for the advice and support I find on these forums so when one of the most stated pieces of equipment a newbie should invest in was an observation chair I listened. And posting on different forums, it seems no one is really reading my post, just giving me their usual response. Was not excellent. The opposite has happened a few times as well. Feb 12, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Telescope Newbie Questions - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hi. There are chapters in astronomy guide books like "The Backyard Astronomer's Guide 4th ed. I know some have no choice. I live in suburban Detroit but far enough away where the sky is decently clear. I recently posted a genuine question regarding Voyager Sep 4, 2022 · Classifieds question? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Is there a way to search the classifieds by location or state? Seems like it could be useful, especially for telescopes. Purpose This forum was initially created to serve as a “safe harbor” where those who are genuinely new to astronomy can ask whatever basic questions come to mind. Not Oct 19, 2017 · Page 1 of 3 - Photoshop Color Preserving Arcsinh Stretch - posted in DSLR, Mirrorless & General-Purpose Digital Camera DSO Imaging: Having written ArcsinhStretch for PixInsight Ive now worked out how to apply a color-preserving stretch in Photoshop. Of course, I waited for weeks to get clear sky though. For planetary viewing I would like to step up the magnification a bit without going Jan 6, 2024 · visual filter kits - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hey Everyone! Been wanting to a telescope since I was a kid, so finally the day came. 5 minutes, etc? Ill read about awesome 10 arc Aug 25, 2024 · Homemade or commercial telescope ? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): After seeing trough a 28” goto dobsonian and looking at Saturn rings and colors and seeing the helix nebula, I decided that I would want to have a telescope as big as it or at least big enough to have almost the same quality. The instructions were not 100% complete, but I figured it out Mar 9, 2024 · Cloudy Nights configuration - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Greetings, where is the equipment list setup that I see on peoples profiles? thanks, Malcolm Nov 24, 2024 · Considerations for moving - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hi Everyone. Im thrilled as I would love to share the night skies with my kids. - see post #14 above . Topics related to astronomy cameras and related imaging equipment should be posted in whichever imaging forum is most appropriate to that Mar 31, 2023 · CNers have asked about a donation box for Cloudy Nights over the years, so here you go. But in all astro related software Ive seen, I see numbers like 0. Cloudy Nights LLC Cloudy Nights Sponsor: 1 day ago · Starting points for new users with existing DSLR / mirrorless - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: This is a split out from a topic in the Beginners Forum (no astrophotography). I have two young kids, and Dec 12, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - New to the forum and astronomy and looking for advice on my incoming 8" SCT Scope - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): I won a telescope at a raffle (Celestron Starsense DX 130AZ) and really enjoyed seeing jupiter, M45, saturn, and the moon in the past month. Link to Astrobin (I hope) https://astrob. Taking photos tomorrow night. For those of you with experience with this kind of scope, can you recommend a short list of targets and the size EP you would recommend for looking at them? Nov 23, 2024 · Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): A place for new astronomers to ask visual observing or basic equipment questions and report their findings. 5 for say, guiding RMS. I have chosen this specific telescope to get the brightest, widest possible views, both Sep 10, 2024 · Page 1 of 5 - A General Complaint About Voyager - posted in Astronomy Software & Computers: Hi all. A few questions: - Is leveling the base really critical for daytime alignment Nov 3, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Is it still astrophotography? - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: I took my first astrophotos in 1968. Dec 10, 2023 · Looking through a telescope for the first time! - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): I have never looked through a telescope before so this is super exciting for me. So, while there were fleeting moments of clarity, I Jan 22, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Televue barlow - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hi everyone , Im shopping for a good barlow to replace my Orion shorty and Im looking at the Televue 2X and 3X . Lots of good information and willingness to give advice at all levels. In 2022 I bought a Nikon P-1000 camera and got to see some good views of planets. Feb 22, 2024 · Page 1 of 4 - Beginner Questions - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Greetings, I apologize if the following questions have been discussed a million times over. For example, I just found out, there is an asteroid that will pass in front of Betelgeuse tonight. Especially in winter that is often very beautiful. CNers have asked about a donation box for Cloudy Nights over the years, so here you go. . So I was wandering , is it the same lens and only the Dec 18, 2024 · Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): A place for new astronomers to ask visual observing or basic equipment questions and report their findings. I set my self up with a chair, table, a lamp that I painted red (I have this strange led lamp that has a plastic shade permanently attached the to base, I painted it red), proper winter dress and hot chocolate. The processing of final images, their use for outreach, or general astronomy topics may be more appropriate in Nov 17, 2024 · New Astrogazer! - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hello fellow astrogazers !!! I started in reddit and someone friendly advised to join here for help and any assistance with older models. Mainly just with my eyes when walking the dog for the last trip around the block at night. Dyer that will help. Are there any good ones out there that yall recommend? regards Sep 26, 2024 · A few rookie questions about my new Apertura AD8 - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): My second post here on CN. Aug 14, 2024 · Page 1 of 4 - Confused and need buying advice - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hello all! I have been researching to purchase a telescope for our family, ages down to 11, so itll have multiple uses. 5), and still learning how to properly use it. Astronomical objects of interest may include variable and carbon stars, pulsars, supernovae, AGNs, exoplanets, asteroids, and short-lived energetic phenomena such as GRBs. Sadly a very busy life Nov 11, 2023 · CNers have asked about a donation box for Cloudy Nights over the years, so here you go. This includes unaided eye observing (satellites, weather, auroras etc) and non equipment topics (LASIK, observing sites, dressing for the cold/hot etc) Nov 29, 2023 · Page 1 of 2 - magazines - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Thinking about a monthly magazine subscription. The app is great, But the “tonight objects” had me all over the place and a lot of the times the objects would Mar 16, 2024 · Page 1 of 6 - Refractor vs. My main goal in finding a new apartment was to have a view of the skies from a balcony, and I reached my goal My two telescopes just sat in my closet all this time, except for two short trips out to a common area where I got to do a little viewing here and there. When i first got my scope I relied on the StarSense app. I do weekly outreach and sometimes more than that. Others here have a better handle on current book titles. I have 2 things here: Story to date and my ask for advice. 3 days ago · Generic Beginner Telescope - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hello Everyone, I want to buy my first telescope (or better my first real telescope, after an hobby killer I got about 30 years ago and a toy I purchased to my daughter after a last minute Christmas request) now that my passion has been rekindled after a request by my little daughter. Ideally while the astro rig is plugging away Id like to spend some time looking through an eyepiece. Dickinson and A. I live in Yuma, AZ and the night skies out here can be pretty amazing Nov 21, 2023 · Page 1 of 2 - The long wait was worth it - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): This is my first topic in over a month , believe it or not , it has been cloudy in my part of the world for that long!!! If newbies like me are reading this , and you just bought a nice pair of scopes like i did , and you want to try them as often as you want to, be patient , VERY patient , ive bee Jul 8, 2024 · Page 1 of 2 - Finder scopes - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Im sick of the cheap finder scopes on these telescopes. Ive looked at the sky with binoculars, but this is my first telescope: an Apertura AD8 Dobsonian. It is my first telescope, right out of the box with minor setup I was already seeing Jupiter, her moons, mars, and Saturns rings. Here is a list of my targets Oct 9, 2024 · Page 2 of 2 - How to choose a telescope - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Thank you all so much for your help and suggestions! I know I wont be getting a professional, top-tier telescope for $300 as those cost way more but for now I’m looking for something simpler. 5 seconds and 2. I havent been a member here in a very long time. control the mount and 2. What are some things in your kit that enhance comfort for a long observing session? While I dont want to limit optics or astronomy equipment Jan 16, 2024 · starsense - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): hi everyone I recently purchased the starsense explorer 80 az which I thought would be a good scope for my 7yr old grandson. Now it’s time for my first real post. I bought a 6. So my husband and I decided to take the scope outside to see if we can even see Oct 14, 2024 · Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): A place for new astronomers to ask visual observing or basic equipment questions and report their findings. " by T. Board Licensed to: Cloudy Nights. I added springs to the screws, so they dont move. I have seen proper dobs are quite good, although I cant really afford it. It all works too…. pxxmt bnkty kwg fyjxfe nrzt fbyil vycz lycujczl jepw accwkg