My First Pics of Jupiter - Terrible But Awesome!

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The discussion centers around a user's first successful astrophotography attempt, showcasing photos of Jupiter. The user utilized a Meade LXD 75 10-inch Schmidt-Newtonian telescope paired with a Meade Deep Sky Imager II camera. Participants express excitement about the photos, with one noting the technical challenges of astrophotography. The conversation humorously references two of Jupiter's moons as "space invaders" or "death stars," adding a light-hearted touch to the technical discussion. Overall, the exchange highlights the thrill of capturing celestial images and the camaraderie among astronomy enthusiasts.
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Just thought I'd share my terrible (but awesome) pics of Jupiter. First decent photo of a planet I've been able to take so far.
 

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Very cool. Must have felt exciting to get it.
 
phinds said:
Very cool. Must have felt exciting to get it.

Yep!
 
Nice for a first attempt! What instrument and camera are you using?
 
turbo-1 said:
Nice for a first attempt! What instrument and camera are you using?

Meade LXD 75 10 inch Schmidt-Newtonian with the Meade Deep Sky Imager II.
 
Drakkith said:
Meade LXD 75 10 inch Schmidt-Newtonian with the Meade Deep Sky Imager II.
That's a pretty nice 'scope and camera set-up. Keep pegging away at it. I haven't done any astrophotography since the film era, but it was the most technically demanding hobby ever.
 
I especially like the two space invaders attacking it.
 
Drakkith said:
Just thought I'd share my terrible (but awesome) pics of Jupiter. First decent photo of a planet I've been able to take so far.

Awesome pic!
 
Awesome!
 
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Fantastic Drakkith!
 
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Jimmy Snyder said:
I especially like the two space invaders attacking it.

LOL!

Yeah, those are two of the it's moons. OR PERHAPS DEATH STARS!?
 

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