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PMMEYOURQUAKERPARROT t1_j9441wf wrote

You're doing great! The stars look sharp and in focus. Are you using a tripod or a tracking mount?

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tenacioustomk OP t1_j94a7rg wrote

Just a tripod and the kit lens that came with the camera. With a little more time and tweaking I think I can get it a bit clearer.

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EmergencyAnnual7226 t1_j9451ur wrote

That purple light at the bottom is beautiful I wonder what that is

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ShyBiGuy9 t1_j94976t wrote

I'm almost certain it's the Orion nebula.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orion_Nebula

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dumdodo t1_j94aych wrote

Sure looks like it. Good photo.

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Xaqv t1_j954n97 wrote

No, I think the neighbors installed one of those halogen yard lights.

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MMSE19 t1_j947455 wrote

What’s your setup? I’ve been looking at getting into this myself.

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tenacioustomk OP t1_j94aqlp wrote

It's the Panasonic Lumix G95D with a 12-60mm kit lens and a tripod. Going to try to get the most out of what I have before I get any more gear. The temptation is strong, though.

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dumdodo t1_j94emh7 wrote

When I enlarge that on my phone, I can even see the shape of the Orion Nebula.

I wish I had equipment that good, and your skill.

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Gab1288 t1_j94j30g wrote

You should try at 12mm, with like 20 second exposure time and a little more iso, you will get the milky way visible.

No need to zoom on stars, the more you get, the better.

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SwiftIy2 t1_j95c6ir wrote

Heey I was staring at that last night as well! :D great photo!

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probablygoingout t1_j94ek1z wrote

>stars actually look like commas

Not sure if this was sarcastic but the Earth's rotation and a longer exposure creates that effect.

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tenacioustomk OP t1_j94237q wrote

First time using a DLSR as well. Still trying to figure out the best mix of exposure, iso, and aperture. Gotta start somewhere.

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Rappareenola t1_j94h886 wrote

Look for the mirror lock up.settings. this will release the shutter and you won't suffer vibration from pulling and slappingof the mirror. Happy hunting.

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24Scoops t1_j95igho wrote

If you're not using a remote shutter definitely pick one up.

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tenacioustomk OP t1_j95lj79 wrote

I can connect via Bluetooth and/or wifi to control it. I'll definitely use that next time.

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