A Stunning View of Saturn: Details from an Astrophotographer
Behold this incredible capture of Saturn, a testament to the dedication and skill of astrophotographers.
This magnificent image was acquired on July 13th at 4:15 AM Malaysian Time. The photographer utilized a "repetitive thin clouds always come in" technique during acquisition, a common challenge in planetary imaging that requires patience and precise timing.
Equipment Used:
- Telescope: Skywatcher Flextube 200p
- Camera: ZWO ASI585MC
- Barlow Lens: Svbony SV216 2x Telecentric Lens
- Filter: Svbony UV/IR Cut Filter
Acquisition Details:
The acquisition involved derotating the planet over 6 x 3 minute exposures. The camera settings were as follows:
- Gain: 530 (88%)
- Exposure: 10.00ms
Processing and Software:
Achieving such detail requires a sophisticated post-processing workflow. The following software was instrumental in bringing this image to its final form:
- PIPP
- Autostackert!4
- Registax 6
- WinJupos
- Adobe Photoshop
Behind the Scenes:
For those interested in the technical aspects, a behind-the-scenes look, including RAW video, is available via this .
It's clear that capturing such a stunning image of Saturn is a rewarding experience, and we can understand the excitement of those waiting for optimal viewing times to image this iconic planet themselves.
