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usonian

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2. Left out the details.

Reply to elleng (Reply #1)

Tue Sep 27, 2022, 01:27 AM

Sep 2022

Coolpix P-1000. Dang, it's not obvious how to focus, at infinity. (in the dark) Tried several modes.
I set AF-Area mode -> manual, FWIW.
The control ring didn't seem to be engaging manual focus, (It should have) but I'll figure that out.
Learning stuff in the dark is not that easy.
More shots were in focus than not, not sure why.
I learn more every day.

The problem with astronomical objects at high magnification is that by the time you can even set the self-timer (to dampen vibration) the object has moved (the Earth, actually).

Never a dull moment.
Got to close doors and lights now.
Enjoy.

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Okay, all the talk about Jupiter got my curiosity up. [View all] usonian Sep 2022 OP

U sure DID!!! elleng Sep 2022 #1

Left out the details. usonian Sep 2022 #2

Thanks, may play with settings (which I rarely do.) elleng Sep 2022 #3

I put about 2 minutes into it. D800 with Nikon 150 - 500 lens. 3Hotdogs Sep 2022 #7

I set the iso to about 6400. usonian Sep 2022 #8

Excellent, excellent. four of its moons too. Thanks for sharing. brush Sep 2022 #4

When Galileo saw that image, he had the proof that earth-centered universe was wrong. Thunderbeast Sep 2022 #5

Excellent!! Good job, so cool Walleye Sep 2022 #6