Date Taken: 08/18/2012 Photographer:
Dan W. Location: Orange County Astronomers Dark Site @ Anza, CA
Telescope:
Orion 8" F3.9 Astrograph
Mount:
Orion Atlas EQ-G
Camera:
Modified Canon T3 Processing: Pixinsight Exposure: 61x300" ISO1600 Other Equipment Used: Orion SSAG, 50mm guidescope Notes:
This was first light with the 8" for me, thanks for a great scope.
Our 8" aperture deep-sky imaging specialist has features usually reserved for much pricier astrophotography telescopes. The 8" f/3.9 Newtonian Astrograph features nine internal baffle rings, a recessed and reinforced focuser, and exceptional optics.
If you're looking for a heavy duty GoTo mount for all your observing or astrophotography needs, the Orion Atlas EQ-G computerized GoTo telescope mount is perfect. It supports up to 40lbs and finds over 42,900 celestial objects with pushbutton ease.
The Orion StarShoot is an easy-to-use, affordable autoguider for long-exposure astrophotography. Plug it into an autoguider port on your mount and let it do the work for you. It comes with the software and cables needed to work right out of the box!
Compact, all-in-one autoguiding solution with everything you need to optimize astrophotography accuracy. Includes Mini 50mm guide scope, StarShoot AutoGuider, adjustable bracket, and more. Works with photographic telescopes up to 1500mm focal length.