Archive for February 8, 2010

Extraordinary Solar Prominence Images

The following solar prominence images are submitted by Jim Ferreira, based in California USA. Detailed info is available in the pictures. Besides the remarkable images, Jim also sent us some comments on the camera this time.

Solar Prominence

Solar Prominence

Jim's Kits

Here I quote his email:

Here are a couple photos of recent prominence activity in H-alpha.  Both imaging and observing are done with a Lunt LS50F H-alpha filter fitted to a 102ED refractor.  Visual views, via oculars, through the system are dramatic, however, using the DMK21 or DBK21 as an electronic eyepiece is really where the action is.  Being able to adjust camera gain and gamma while under a dark cloth over the laptop affords splendid views of both prominences and the chromosphere.  For those moments of steady air, just a click of the mouse and you’re recording AVIs to view and process later.  Since acquiring the DMK21, my eyepieces now essentially collect dust.

Many thanks to Jim. Well done!

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