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Comet Machholz and the Pleiades (M45)

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19 years 2 months ago #7607 by ayiomamitis
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Dear Friends,

A quick reminder that this Friday comet Machholz will be less than 2 degrees from the seven sisters (M45, Pleiades) and should make for a wonderful photo opportunity (weather permitting)!

Anthony.

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19 years 2 months ago #7619 by James Butler
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(weather permitting)!


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19 years 2 months ago #7638 by mjs
A taster of things to come, if the skies clear!

Taken tonight at 18:39 before it rained, again!
A single 30 second exposure with lens at 120mm f5.6 ISO1600 through the orande glow of Tralee. Did not risk driving out to a dark spot as the clouds always get there first. :cry:

Note also the satellite in the top right corner.

Michael Scully, KAC/SAC

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19 years 2 months ago #7639 by Seanie_Morris
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Nice Shot Michael! It has become really pronounced tonight compared to the weekend's clear nights.

S.

Midlands Astronomy Club.
Radio Presenter (Midlands 103), Space Enthusiast, Astronomy Outreach Co-ordinator.
Former IFAS Chairperson and Secretary.

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19 years 2 months ago #7640 by michaeloconnell
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Michael,
That's a nice shot! Nice detail in the Pleiades also. Good sharp focus.
I took some images this evening also but they aren't as good as that. Biggest problem I have is getting the focus bang on. My images always seem to be a touch too soft. Mind me asking, is that an autofocus or manual focus lens?
Any tips on focusing with an autofocus lenses?
Clear skies,

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19 years 2 months ago #7645 by Seanie_Morris
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Michael (JS),
if you were to try the negative technique seen in another photo thread from James Butler on the comet, do you think we might see a hint of a tail in your picture?

Seanie.

Midlands Astronomy Club.
Radio Presenter (Midlands 103), Space Enthusiast, Astronomy Outreach Co-ordinator.
Former IFAS Chairperson and Secretary.

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