First image of the moon (terrible)

[Stargazer Jack]

Hi, this is my first image of the moon. I used a Samsung L380 digital camera and just held it to the eyepiece. I am getting the Philips SPC880NC(flashed) soon which hopefully will be better. Any advice would be nice

[red dwalf]

you will get alot better image with the webcam, i used one on my 130p and it works very well even barlowed it 2x and 3x, free software and easy to use, you will have alot of fun using it they are well worth the money

[JohnDenim]

Don't be too hard on yourself jack.

It's great when you first snap the moon.

I only did it about a month ago!

Same method as well.

I too am going to go for the webcam, there are some great tutorials and free programs out there.

Have installed RegiStax- Free image processing software

Just need to learn how to use it when I get cam!

[ian h]

Snap I also just took my first moon picture tonight. I used a basic digiscoping bracket to hold my compact camera up to the lens.

[Sharpiejas]

Both your pictures look great, can't wait to save some money for a decent scope to join you guys

[kissinuk]

I don't actually have a scope yet (still deciding!), however I have taken several shots of the moon direct with my EOS 500. I would agree with the advice given about fast shutter speeds, use Shutter Priority mode (Tv on Canon) and start with say 1/8 second and work from there. Also use timer mode (or remote shutter release) and the mirror lock up function if you have one to avoid vibration. I would also recommend using spot metering and taking a reading from a shadow on a crater (but experiment first).