Some photos of Antares and Sigma Sagittarii (Nunki)

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The discussion centers on astrophotography of Sigma Sagittarii (Nunki) and Antares using a phone camera. Participants share their experiences capturing images during monsoon season, which presents challenges due to rapidly changing weather conditions. One user mentions using an Antares 15-70 binoculars for observation, while another emphasizes the simplicity of using a phone camera for photography. The conversation highlights the accessibility of astrophotography for enthusiasts, regardless of equipment.

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I was stargazing the last two days and i took these images of Antares(the brighter one of the binary system) and Nunki
A non cropped image directly from the telescope lens
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Sigma sagittarii(uncropped(1) and cropped(2))
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Antares(uncropped(1) and cropped(2))

These were the only images i could take as it is monsoon season so it gets cloudy really quickly so i took as many as i could within a few minutes.Enjoy!
 
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PhysicsEnjoyer31415 said:
These were the only images i could take as it is monsoon season so it gets cloudy really quickly so i took as many as i could within a few minutes. Enjoy!
What are you using to do the photos ?
what settings etc ?

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Dave
 
davenn said:
What are you using to do the photos ?
what settings etc ?

cheers
Dave
None actually , its just my phone camera which i stick up against my lens whenever i see something
 
Nice photos bro from yr phone camera.. i mean that honestly . i can see these with my Antares 15-70 Binoculars but to take A photo ill give it a go , I really love astronomy and stargazing. Neptune is what i admire the most. even tho its small blue spot..
 

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