Jupiter - capture, stack, sharpen

[MarkRadice]

As the sun beats down I have enjoyed a few early morning starts on distant Jupiter. Despite the horrors of the early hour, it is rather pleasant to be cool if only for a few hours!

The highlight has to be watching Ganymede’s shadow transit along with the Great Red Spot on Sunday morning.  Alas, the seeing was not the best but a glorious sight anyway!

I have put together another video showing my process and techniques for Jupiter which you are welcome to use, adapt or point out my shortcomings!

 

 

[MarkRadice]

Oops, forgot to attached the timelapse!  Here it is - small image scale due to poor seeing. 

 

Edited July 20, 2021 by MarkRadice

[Andypeck101]

Great post Mark, as a lapsed astronomer coming back to the fold with some new kit, this gives me a great starting point for processes and software to use 👍.

[MarkRadice]

Ah thanks Andy. I’m glad you like it.
 

There’s some great images in the planetary imaging section to pour over. I’m admiring the amazing shots of surface details on Ganymede - something I’m still aspiring to. 

[orion25]

Great tutorial, Mark, and the time lapse is excellent!

Regards,

Reggie  

[MarkRadice]

Ah cheers @orion25-Reggie, much appreciated. Alas not much chance to put it into practice with the current weather!