4 APO Refractor Shootout Nebula Photos 2023-09-01 | A 4" apochromatic refractor is a very nice telescope for astrophotography. With several on the market, it can be hard to pick one. In this video, I conduct real-world tests of four popular models to help you decide which may be the right telescope for you.🔭 Telescopes Tested 🔭Askar 103 APO: tinyurl.com/askar103Founder Optics FOT106: tinyurl.com/FOT106ZWO FF107 APO: tinyurl.com/ZWO107Sky-watcher Esprit 100ED: tinyurl.com/esprit100💻 Data downloads 💻 Download the data from my imaging tests here: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1zjEhyrzHGMb4omEIBmbbrKxCScsIDLAa?usp=sharing ❤️ Patreon ❤️Support this channel and join an amazing community of over 900 other amateur astrophotographers: patreon.com/nebulaphotos==Contents==0:00 What I'm testing1:10 How I test & disclosures3:43 The importance of the mount4:37 Physical characteristics25:56 Imaging testsChannel Disclosures=============================I am a member of the All-Star Telescope, High Point Scientific, Astrobin, OPT, Agena Astroproducts, eBay, Astrogear.net, and Amazon affiliate programs. Product links in my video descriptions are typically affiliate links, which means, at no extra cost to you, I will make a commission if you click them and purchase something. I also have working relationships with the following companies/brands to receive products to test: Askar, Svbony, High Point Scientific, Agena Astroproducts QHYCCD, WOBoyz, SmallRig, Venus Optics, Astrogear.net, Night Sky Camera, Hunt's Photo & Video. I do not review products for money and any brand deals will be fully disclosed. If you have any questions about any of this, please get in touch.Video Disclosures=============================All of these telescopes were sent to me on loan so that I could test them. You can see my review policy here: nebulaphotos.com/reviews
Hunting for COMET A3! Nebula Photos 2024-10-13 | Comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS) is currently a naked-eye object about 45 minutes after sunset in the Northern Hemisphere. Look for it to the West! In this video I bring you with me in the journey of finding it, photographing it, and a quick edit in Photoshop. =============================Tech. Specs + Gear=============================2 sec., f/4, ISO1600 (I used 17 * 2" in the PS Stack)Keep in mind the comet will be higher and higher in the evening sky this month, and also dimmer, so longer exposures and tracking will be called for soon :)Peak Design Travel Tripod - bhpho.to/3NoWD3NCanon Ra - ebay.us/vPOHWJRokinon 135 f/2 - amzn.to/3XX5u1y=============================❤️ Patreon ❤️=============================If you like what you see on this channel, consider joining my Patreon. It starts at just $1/month: patreon.com/nebulaphotos=============================Contents=============================0:00 Why I'm hiking to a mountaintop2:37 Setting up and the gear I brought4:00 Found it!4:35 Better than NEOWISE?4:56 Editing a stack in Photoshop
Sirilic and Siril - Multi-night ANDROMEDA Workflow for 2024 Nebula Photos 2024-09-27 | A full Andromeda Galaxy processing tutorial using only free software! Head to squarespace.com/nebulaphotos to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code NEBULAPHOTOS=============================Resources=============================My M31 Data - drive.google.com/drive/folders/1UUt-4V-4ERSziLn5-v5TMXIa2vhBbo_A?usp=sharingSiril - siril.orgSirilic - gitlab.com/free-astro/sirilic/-/releasesSirilic Instructions - siril.org/docs/sirilicStarnet - starnetastro.comStarnet Installation - youtu.be/gyOa8eNIVlkFull Start to Finish Tutorials - youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrzbdmripj1cQ4nNQrocsyzlOR8KSG5AX&si=BBhABwICYqoGxXLq=============================❤️ Patreon ❤️=============================If you like what you see on this channel, consider joining my Patreon. It starts at just $1/month: patreon.com/nebulaphotosThis video is sponsored by Squarespace.
The Ultimate Mobile DEEP SPACE Kit for 2024 Nebula Photos 2024-09-20 | Join me on an adventure trying out a super simple and ultra mobile new astrophotography kit I've put together for photographing DEEP SPACE. Get the Heybike Mars 2.0 here (and use code NEBULA100 for $100 off): heybike.com/products/mars-2-0?ref=NebulaPhotos and the Hollyland Lark M2 here: amzn.to/4egd26aThe Kit:Apertura All Night Imaging Supply - bit.ly/3viDM54ZWO AM3 Mount - bit.ly/3B8LW2pAskar 71F Telescope - bit.ly/47zGKAHZWO ASI2600MC Air - bit.ly/3zn4wU6=============================❤️ Patreon ❤️=============================If you like what you see on this channel, consider joining my Patreon. It starts at just $1/month: patreon.com/nebulaphotos=============================Contents=============================0:00 The Plan1:04 Why?1:45 Kit breakdown2:18 Heybike / Hollyland (sponsors)7:52 Where are we going?8:29 Arrival at the site9:07 Setting up the kit15:14 Turning on the power16:55 Connecting to the 2600 Air and initial settings18:33 Additional global settings19:42 Finding initial focus20:34 Polar alignment21:30 Go To M3121:55 Calibrate the autoguider22:28 Fine focus with Bahtinov mask24:26 Autorun 26:04 Switching to M45 (1:30am)27:01 Switching to M42 (3:15am)28:55 Final images29:09 Credits (Patreon)This video is sponsored by Hollyland and Heybike.#recordmyride, #hollylandXheybike, #heybike, #hollyland, #letyourjoyoutThe Askar 71F Telescope, ZWO AM3 Mount, ZWO ASI2600MC Air, and Apertura All Night Imaging Supply were sent to me for review by Askar, ZWO, and High Point Scientific. None of these companies are paid sponsors nor do they have any input into what I say about their products. My review policy is available here: nebulaphotos.com/reviews And I'm happy to discuss it with anyone that has questions.
What should you do with your astrophotography? Nebula Photos 2024-08-30 | If you've struggled with home printing your astrophotography, this is the video for you. Head to squarespace.com/nebulaphotos to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code NEBULAPHOTOSDetails for my gallery show opening reception:Thursday, September 12th, 7-8pmThe Landau Gallery at the Belmont Hill School350 Prospect St, Belmont, MA 02478Light refreshments and beverages will be served, and plenty of free parking is available.My video on backlit prints: youtu.be/nxYyKaPjyP8=============================❤️ Patreon ❤️=============================If you like what you see on this channel, consider joining my Patreon. It starts at just $1/month: patreon.com/nebulaphotosThis video is sponsored by Squarespace.
Which Astronomical Events Live up to the Hype? Nebula Photos 2024-07-31 | How would you rank the astronomical events you've witnessed? Did they live up to the hype? Head to squarespace.com/nebulaphotos to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code NEBULAPHOTOS=============================❤️ Patreon ❤️=============================If you like what you see on this channel, consider joining my Patreon. It starts at just $1/month: patreon.com/nebulaphotosThis video is sponsored by Squarespace.
How to Photograph the Elusive Polaris Flare Nebula Photos 2024-07-26 | This video shows every step of photographing the Integrated Flux Nebula (IFN) around our North Star called the Polaris Flare. I show how to accomplish this without the use of a star tracker, just a basic DSLR, lens, and tripod. The second half of the video is a processing tutorial using the free programs Siril and Starnet.=============================❤️ Patreon ❤️=============================If you like what you see on this channel, consider joining my Patreon. It starts at just $1/month: patreon.com/nebulaphotos=============================Resources mentioned in the video=============================My Discord - discord.gg/nebulaphotosMy other beginner tutorials - youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrzbdmripj1cQ4nNQrocsyzlOR8KSG5AXAstrospots - astrospots.comSiril - siril.orgStarnet - starnetastro.comMy video showing how to install Starnet CLI - youtu.be/gyOa8eNIVlk3D print file for Rokinon 135 Bahtinov Mask - thingiverse.com/thing:2168672My video explaining Signal to Noise Ratio - youtu.be/0vd6Zk5M5OA=============================Gear used in this video=============================Bogen 3001 Tripod - tinyurl.com/bogen3001Generic Ball Head - ebay.us/eJg8reCanon Rebel T7 - ebay.us/RrdSSkRokinon 135mm f/2 - amzn.to/3Slkvs3Shutter Release Cable - amzn.to/3YlidgdUSB Lens Warmer - amzn.to/3WHZcUgBahtinov Mask for Rokinon 135 f/2 - ebay.us/VLMvy5=============================Contents=============================0:00 The Polaris Flare!1:04 Why the stars move slower near the North Star4:40 Gear breakdown11:38 Location, Bortle Scale, Moon Phase, Weather15:35 Camera and Lens settings22:08 Finding Polaris24:43 Focusing with a Bahtinov Mask26:25 Taking and examining a test exposure30:18 Taking the photos of space (lights)34:56 Taking the calibration frames (flats, biases, darks)42:40 Organizing the photos into folders51:18 Software needed: Siril and Starnet53:44 Stacking 1:00:46 Display modes and Cropping1:11:00 Background Extraction1:24:30 Color Calibration 1:30:45 Starnet and Star Recomposition (stretching)1:50:40 Final optional touches (saturation and cropping)1:55:35 Final image reveal and credits (patreon)=============================Creative Commons Image and Music Credits=============================Earth's rotational axis by Siyavula Education, CC BY 2.0Representation of the Bortle scale By ESO/P. Horálek, M. Wallner, CC BY 4.0Insomnia Pt. 1 by Meydän, CC BY 4.0.=============================Social =============================Twitter: twitter.com/nebulaphotosFacebook: facebook.com/nebulaphotosdotcomInstagram: instagram.com/nebulaphotosdotcomAstrobin: astrobin.com/users/2ghouls=============================Channel Disclosures=============================I am a member of the High Point Scientific, Agena Astro, eBay, ZWO, All-Star Telescopes, B&H Photo Video, Astrobin, TTArtisan, Turing, William Optics, AstroWorld Telescopes, and Amazon affiliate programs. Product links in my video descriptions are typically affiliate links, which means, at no extra cost to you, I will make a commission if you click them and purchase something. I also have working relationships with the following companies/brands to receive products to test: Askar, ZWO, DwarfLab, OG Star Tech, Svbony, High Point Scientific, Agena Astro, QHYCCD, William Optics, SmallRig, Venus Optics, Astrogear.net, Night Sky Camera, Woodland Hills Camera & Telescope, Hunt's Photo & Video. Any gear received for review and/or brand deals will be fully disclosed in the video. If you have any questions about any of this, please get in touch.
I try a remote observatory run by Bray Falls Nebula Photos 2024-07-05 | Join me for a tour and my initial impressions of Starfront Observatories - https://starfront.space Thanks to @astrofalls , Josh Kim, and the rest of the Starfront crew for having me down for the tour!=============================❤️ Patreon ❤️=============================If you like what you see on this channel, consider joining my Patreon. It starts at just $1/month: patreon.com/nebulaphotos
Rigging a fully automated, remote ready telescope Nebula Photos 2024-06-28 | Whether you are a backyard imager who wants more sleep or someone planning to send their rig to a remote observatory, this video will help you understand the components and how to put them together. Head to squarespace.com/nebulaphotos to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code NEBULAPHOTOS=============================All products mentioned in this video=============================iOptron GEM45 - bit.ly/3XIlZ2RPegasus Falcon V2 rotator - bit.ly/3xIRvDiPegasus Focuscube V3 - bit.ly/45NjEppPegasus Ultimate PowerBox - bit.ly/3ztWB6SBuckeyeStargazer Powerbox mounting plate - bit.ly/4biTfkpAskar FRA500 - bit.ly/3RL9EXWAskar FRA500 reducer - bit.ly/4cE52uRWanderer Astro Flat Panel V4-EC - tinyurl.com/wandererFlatSmartComponents Cable Organizers - etsy.com/listing/985038855ZWO ASI2600MM - bit.ly/3KZef5fZWO 2" filter wheel - bit.ly/3W4inr2William Optics Unigude 50 - bit.ly/3W10M2XZWO ASI220mm Mini - bit.ly/3XBjO1cWeb Power Switch Pro (probably better to get a simpler one) - amzn.to/4cjCOG0Mele Quieter 3Q - amzn.to/3zgPFtMBuckeyeStargazer Mele mounting plate - buckeyestargazer.net/Store/MiniPC.phpApple Airtag - amzn.to/3zimiHvLong Losmandy plate - bit.ly/4bhy1UcDew Not heater bands - bit.ly/3xJKSk7=============================❤️ Patreon ❤️=============================If you like what you see on this channel, consider joining my Patreon. It starts at just $1/month: patreon.com/nebulaphotos=============================Contents=============================0:00 What is this and who is it for?2:08 Mount5:05 Power strip7:12 Telescope12:00 Mini PC13:00 Powerbox14:14 Rotator18:16 Focuser24:57 Squarespace (sponsor)25:49 Image train28:00 Powerbox28:57 Flat panel32:35 Cabling38:27 Next week38:38 Patreon (credits)This video is sponsored by Squarespace.=============================Channel Disclosures=============================I am a member of the High Point Scientific, Agena Astro, eBay, ZWO, All-Star Telescopes, B&H Photo Video, Astrobin, TTArtisan, Turing, William Optics, and Amazon affiliate programs. Product links in my video descriptions are typically affiliate links, which means, at no extra cost to you, I will make a commission if you click them and purchase something. I also have working relationships with the following companies/brands to receive products to test: Askar, ZWO, Pegasus Astro, DwarfLab, OG Star Tech, Svbony, High Point Scientific, Agena Astro, QHYCCD, William Optics, SmallRig, Venus Optics, Astrogear.net, Night Sky Camera, Woodland Hills Camera & Telescope, Hunt's Photo & Video.
200K Live Stream Nebula Photos 2024-06-22 | An impromptu, no-plan live stream to celebrate hitting 200,000 subscribers. Ask me anything.
Nebula Photos 200K Subs Live Stream Nebula Photos 2024-06-22 | An impromptu, no plan live stream to celebrate hitting 200,000 subscribers on YouTube.
Michele Baylisss Snake Mt. Observatory (Observatory Tours #6) Nebula Photos 2024-06-21 | Dr. Michele Hernández Bayliss is an amateur astronomer living in Vermont who has recently been getting into astrophotography. She has two unique home observatories and was kind enough to have me over for a tour of them. Other observatory tours in this series are available here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrzbdmripj1dzgPci-ibPcWXo1-a1bYMG&si=ylgKlxUoG90wXj3x=============================❤️ Patreon ❤️=============================If you like what you see on this channel, consider joining my Patreon. It starts at just $1/month: patreon.com/nebulaphotos
Huge Telescope. Tiny Sensor. Why? Nebula Photos 2024-05-31 | Head to squarespace.com/nebulaphotos to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code NEBULAPHOTOSCamera I used: touptekastro.com/products/atr585c?variant=47199876907320Telescope I used: bit.ly/3S7T9otProcessing software I used: siril.orgAstrobin group / discussions: astrobin.com/groups/92/short-exposures-dso and astrobin.com/forum/c/astrophotography/deep-sky/lucky-imaging-for-dso=============================❤️ Patreon ❤️=============================If you like what you see on this channel, consider joining my Patreon. It starts at just $1/month: patreon.com/nebulaphotos=============================Contents=============================0:00 Why?2:08 'Resolution' explained3:45 Limits on resolution6:55 The solution: Lucky Imaging9:38 The gear12:13 Capture14:24 Squarespace (sponsor)15:25 Stacking with Siril24:32 Results 27:00 Next steps28:14 Extended shell29:10 Patreon (credits)This video is sponsored by Squarespace.
Kevin Bouchers Backyard Observatory (Observatory Tours #5) Nebula Photos 2024-05-10 | My friend Kevin Boucher is a wealth of knowledge on astrophotography and was kind enough to let me tour his backyard observatory in Central Massachusetts. This is the fifth part of a series where I interview people who have designed their own observatories: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrzbdmripj1dzgPci-ibPcWXo1-a1bYMG Kevin's observatory is based on the Skyshed plans you can buy here: skyshed.com If you are planning to build a shed-style observatory, I think these plans are well worth getting. Even if you don't follow them exactly, there are lots of great construction photos and tips you will find useful.=============================❤️ Patreon ❤️=============================If you like what you see on this channel, consider joining my Patreon. It starts at just $1/month: patreon.com/nebulaphotos=============================Contents=============================0:00 Origins1:44 Skyshed Plans2:07 Why Kevin changed from wood to metal beams5:54 Roll-off vs. Dome6:36 No motor?8:33 Outro
We all tried Smart Telescopes for the ECLIPSE! Nebula Photos 2024-04-30 | Thanks to @GalacticHunter and @SarahMathsAstro for collaborating with me on this video! In this one, we share our thoughts and RESULTS from using smart telescopes to capture the Total Solar Eclipse on April 8th, 2024. Specifically we talk about the DWARF II, the Vaonis Hestia, and the ZWO Seestar S50.=============================❤️ Patreon ❤️=============================If you like what you see on this channel, consider joining my Patreon. It starts at just $1/month: patreon.com/nebulaphotos=============================Contents=============================0:00 Intro0:28 DWARF II1:22 Vaonis Hestia4:35 ZWO Seestar S507:02 Tracking during totality9:03 Would we use them for next eclipse?
How My Eclipse Went & A Bailys Beads Tutorial [Advanced] Nebula Photos 2024-04-27 | I share my experience chasing and witnessing the April 8th, 2024 Total Solar Eclipse. I then share a tutorial on making a composite image of the different stages of the 'Baily's Beads' phenomenon at C2/C3. This tutorial is semi-advanced and is done completely with Adobe Camera Raw and Adobe Photoshop using lots of layers and layer masks.=============================❤️ Patreon ❤️=============================If you like what you see on this channel, consider joining my Patreon. It starts at just $1/month: patreon.com/nebulaphotos=============================Contents=============================0:00 Where am I going? TX? VT?1:12 SNOW!!?2:31 The Farm3:16 Shadow Bands3:58 Totality!5:15 My Photography Setups7:06 TUTORIAL STARTS HERE10:12 Adobe Camera Raw18:44 Organizing the 21 layers27:00 My Manual 'HDR' Process42:10 Dealing with the Reflection43:53 Final Touch-ups49:40 Patreon / End Credits
Total Solar Eclipse - Basic Processing Tutorial Nebula Photos 2024-04-08 | Hope everyone had CLEAR SKIES today for the Eclipse! Head to squarespace.com/nebulaphotos to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code NEBULAPHOTOSHere's a few tips for processing your eclipse photos with Adobe Camera Raw and Photoshop.=============================❤️ Patreon ❤️=============================If you like what you see on this channel, consider joining my Patreon. It starts at just $1/month: patreon.com/nebulaphotos
5 Refractor Shootout Nebula Photos 2024-03-22 | Testing the Explore Scientific AR127, the Svbony SV550 122mm F7, and Sky-Watcher Esprit 120 ED for astrophotography in this 5" refractor shootout! Order Rainbow Black here: amzn.to/3TMrjjsProducts reviewed:Explore Scientific AR127 - bit.ly/4coVTaaSvbony SV550 122mm F7 APO - bit.ly/3TkiRGI ($60 off if your total is $500 or more with code Nico60 from official Svbony site), other places: https://linktr.ee/SvbonySV550122mmSky-Watcher Esprit 120ED - skywatcherusa.com/products/esprit-120mm-ed-triplet-apo-refractor=============================❤️ Patreon ❤️=============================If you like what you see on this channel, consider joining my Patreon. It starts at just $1/month: patreon.com/nebulaphotos=============================Contents=============================0:00 Why am I testing these three telescopes?4:25 ES AR127 - Physical Characteristics7:34 Svbony 122 - Physical Characteristics11:28 Sky-watcher Esprit 120 - Physical Characteristics17:21 Rainbow Black (sponsored segment)18:43 Imaging Tests31:41 Credits (Patreon)=============================Video Disclosures=============================The Explore Scientific AR127 was bought at retail with proceeds from Patreon.The Svbony SV550 122mm F7 was lent to me by Svbony for review.The Sky-Watcher Esprit 120 ED was lent to me by Sky-Watcher USA for review.The ZWO ASI6200MM and MC are were lent to me by ZWO for use on this channel. This video is sponsored by Rainbow Black, a novel by Maggie Thrash.=============================Channel Disclosures=============================I am a member of the High Point Scientific, Agena Astro, eBay, ZWO, Svbony, All-Star Telescopes, B&H Photo Video, Astrobin, and Amazon affiliate programs. Product links in my video descriptions are typically affiliate links, which means, at no extra cost to you, I will make a commission if you click them and purchase something. I also have working relationships with the following companies/brands to receive products to test: Sigma America, Askar, ZWO, DwarfLab, OG Star Tech, Svbony, High Point Scientific, Agena Astro, QHYCCD, WOBoyz, SmallRig, Venus Optics, Astrogear.net, Night Sky Camera, Woodland Hills Camera & Telescope, Hunt's Photo & Video. Any gear received for review and/or brand deals will be fully disclosed in the video. If you have any questions about any of this, please get in touch.
Preparing for the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse, Pt. 5 (Fully Automated Imaging) Nebula Photos 2024-03-18 | Exploring options for fully automated eclipse imaging including: CaptureEclipse, Solar Eclipse Maestro, Eclipse Orchestrator, SET'n'C, and EclipseDroid. Head to squarespace.com/nebulaphotos to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code NEBULAPHOTOS=============================Resources=============================My Eclipse Prep Video Series: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrzbdmripj1fiZT1_XvxASYDQmEUH_J_a&si=GlB27O6zFQdKvDYlInteractive Google Map for the April 8th Eclipse: http://xjubier.free.fr/en/site_pages/solar_eclipses/TSE_2024_GoogleMapFull.htmlApertura All Night Imaging Power Supply: bit.ly/3Pr7hIWCaptureEclipse website: almadenobservatory.net/CaptureEclipseSolar Eclipse Maestro download link (updated): drive.google.com/file/d/11-eBG2L4EtcX_K2Fycvy3xkFFbcprr0f/viewEclipse Orchestrator website: http://moonglowtechnologies.com/products/EclipseOrchestrator/index.shtmlSET'n'C website: https://robertnufer.ch/06_computing/setnc/setnc_page.htmEclipseDroid website: strickling.net/eclipsedroid.htm @Naztronomy tutorial on SET'n'C: youtu.be/khQzQG85XI4@TAIC Presenation on Automation: youtube.com/watch?v=6q-41vi0XLU=============================❤️ Patreon ❤️=============================If you like what you see on this channel, consider joining my Patreon. It starts at just $1/month: patreon.com/nebulaphotos=============================Contents=============================0:00 Pros/Cons of full automation4:38 Comparison and compatibility of available software9:35 Squarespace (sponsored segment)10:44 CaptureEclipse demo24:46 Solar Eclipse Maestro demo32:44 Eclipse Orchestrator demo38:21 SET'n'C demo44:29 EclipseDroid intro (not a full demo)46:35 Patreon / Credits (Astrospheric Pro offer)This video is sponsored by Squarespace.
LENS vs. TELESCOPE for Photographing Deep Space Nebula Photos 2024-03-10 | What is the REAL difference between a telephoto lens and small refractor telescope? Find out in this video... The contenders are:William Optics SpaceCat 61 WIFD - tinyurl.com/spacecat61 (Use code NEBULAPHOTOS for $100 off any CAT series telescope 51-71)TTArtisan 500mm f6.3 - tinyurl.com/ttart500Canon RF100-300 f2.8 L - bhpho.to/3Pbj8KQ=============================❤️ Patreon ❤️=============================If you like what you see on this channel, consider joining my Patreon. It starts at just $1/month: patreon.com/nebulaphotos=============================Social:=============================Twitter: @nebulaphotosInstagram: @nebulaphotosdotcomAstrobin: astrobin.com/users/2ghouls=============================Channel Disclosures=============================I am a member of the High Point Scientific, Agena Astro, eBay, ZWO, All-Star Telescopes, B&H Photo Video, Astrobin, TTArtisan, Turing, William Optics, and Amazon affiliate programs. Product links in my video descriptions are typically affiliate links, which means, at no extra cost to you, I will make a commission if you click them and purchase something. I also have working relationships with the following companies/brands to receive products to test: Askar, ZWO, DwarfLab, OG Star Tech, Svbony, High Point Scientific, Agena Astro, QHYCCD, William Optics, SmallRig, Venus Optics, Astrogear.net, Night Sky Camera, Woodland Hills Camera & Telescope, Hunt's Photo & Video. Any gear received for review and/or brand deals will be fully disclosed in the video. If you have any questions about any of this, please get in touch.=============================Video Disclosures=============================The TTArtisan lens and William Optics SpaceCat 61 were sent to me for review. I am also a member of their respective affiliate programs so if you use the link in my description, I get a commission payment. Other than that there is no financial relationship, and neither company has any say into what I share about these products.
Smart Telescopes for the Eclipse? Two Astrophotographers Weigh In… Nebula Photos 2024-03-07 | Planning to use the Dwarf II, ZWO Seestar, or Vaonis Hestia for the total solar eclipse? You NEED to watch this! @SarahMathsAstro and I give all our best tips for successfully using these smart telescopes to capture this rare celestial event.=============================❤️ Patreon ❤️=============================If you like what you see on this channel, consider joining my Patreon. It starts at just $1/month: patreon.com/nebulaphotos=============================Resources=============================Dwarf II Smart Telescope: dwarflab.comZWO Seestar S50: store.seestar.com/NICO Vaonis Hestia: bit.ly/3P7ZuPZSolar Eclipse Timer App: Apple - apps.apple.com/us/app/solar-eclipse-timer/id1203105865?platform=iphoneAndroid - play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.foxwoodastronomy.solareclipsetimerNightCap Camera App: apps.apple.com/us/app/nightcap-camera/id754105884Xavier Jubier's Interactive Google Map: http://xjubier.free.fr/en/site_pages/solar_eclipses/TSE_2024_GoogleMapFull.htmlBaader Astrosolar Safety Film for making your own custom filters (3 stores in case any sell out): Agena - bit.ly/448ursS B&H - bhpho.to/3r4RFBjHigh Point Scientific - bit.ly/3PxkpNm=============================Contents=============================0:00 Intro (Nico)1:07 DWARF II (Nico)3:58 Seestar (Nico)7:06 Hestia (Nico)11:40 Special Guest 12:49 Seestar (Sarah)13:57 DWARF II (Sarah)15:33 Hestia (Sarah)
Preparing for the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse, Pt. 4 (Star Tracker Tips incl. Daytime Polar Alignment) Nebula Photos 2024-02-28 | In this part, I cover various tips and topics including: daytime polar alignment, meridian flip, and Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks. Head to squarespace.com/nebulaphotos to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code NEBULAPHOTOSFull Solar Eclipse playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrzbdmripj1fiZT1_XvxASYDQmEUH_J_a=============================❤️ Patreon ❤️=============================If you like what you see on this channel, consider joining my Patreon. It starts at just $1/month: patreon.com/nebulaphotos=============================Resources=============================PS Align Pro (iOS): apps.apple.com/us/app/polar-scope-align-pro/id970161373PolarAligner Pro (Android): play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=appinventor.ai_kechko.Polaralignment&hl=en_US&gl=USSky-watcher Star Adventurer 2i Pro Pack: bit.ly/3v0UZQaSky-watcher Star Adventurer GTi (with Tripod): bit.ly/43IDLDlStellarium: stellarium.orgList of Eclipse Camera Automation Software: eclipse.aas.org/resources/apps-software#automateXavier Jubier's Interactive Google Map: http://xjubier.free.fr/en/site_pages/solar_eclipses/TSE_2024_GoogleMapFull.htmlXavier Jubier's Eclipse Exposure Calculator: http://xjubier.free.fr/en/site_pages/SolarEclipseExposure.htmlLens & Sensor Visualization Tool: https://moonzoom.worldSolar Eclipse Timer App: Apple - apps.apple.com/us/app/solar-eclipse-timer/id1203105865?platform=iphoneAndroid - play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.foxwoodastronomy.solareclipsetimerFreewell Magnetic Solar Filter: bhpho.to/3SL26V3Baader Astrosolar Safety Film for making your own custom filters (3 stores in case any sell out): Agena - bit.ly/448ursS B&H - bhpho.to/3r4RFBjHigh Point Scientific - bit.ly/3PxkpNm=============================Contents=============================0:00 Why use a tracker?3:05 2 things I forgot: Raw vs. JPEG, Spare batteries4:51 Daytime Polar Alignment9:27 Meridian Flip Discussion12:50 Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks Discussion18:20 SquarespaceThis video is sponsored by Squarespace.
ONE OF A KIND: Review of the Sigma 15mm F1.4 DG DN Diagonal Fisheye Nebula Photos 2024-02-21 | Sigma has just released a truly unique lens for astrophotography in the Sigma 15mm F1.4 DG DN Diagonal Fisheye | Art. In this video, I review the lens and compare it to the Sigma 14mm F1.4 DG DN | Art, what I called the 'milky way champ' just last year.Raw Photos and Comparisons: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1IX6ERi4U1FApbs1stacRm2YAB_IdRtTA?usp=sharing=============================Product Links (affiliated)=============================Sigma 15mm F1.4 DG DN Diagonal Fisheye: bhpho.to/3OLDkCHSigma 14mm F1.4 DG DN: bhpho.to/48u2e0OSigma fp L: bhpho.to/48xbJMY=============================❤️ Patreon ❤️=============================If you like what you see on this channel, consider joining my Patreon. It starts at just $1/month: patreon.com/nebulaphotos=============================Social:=============================Twitter: @nebulaphotosInstagram: @nebulaphotosdotcomAstrobin: astrobin.com/users/2ghouls=============================Video Disclosures=============================Sigma America sent me the following to make this review:Sigma 15mm F1.4 DG DN Diagonal Fisheye LensSigma 14mm F1.4 DG DN LensSigma fp L CameraNo money exchanged hands, they have no input into what I say in my review, and I will return the products once the review is posted.=============================Channel Disclosures=============================I am a member of the High Point Scientific, Agena Astro, eBay, ZWO, All-Star Telescopes, B&H Photo Video, Astrobin, and Amazon affiliate programs. Product links in my video descriptions are typically affiliate links, which means, at no extra cost to you, I will make a commission if you click them and purchase something. I also have working relationships with the following companies/brands to receive products to test: Sigma America, Askar, ZWO, DwarfLab, OG Star Tech, Svbony, High Point Scientific, Agena Astro, QHYCCD, WOBoyz, SmallRig, Venus Optics, Astrogear.net, Night Sky Camera, Woodland Hills Camera & Telescope, Hunt's Photo & Video. Any gear received for review and/or brand deals will be fully disclosed in the video. If you have any questions about any of this, please get in touch.
Preparing for the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse, Pt. 3 (full practice run with basic kit) Nebula Photos 2024-02-16 | We are about 5 weeks out from the April 8th, 2024 total solar eclipse. In this video I cover everything you need to know for a full practice run with a basic kit (DSLR & lens on a tripod). Full series playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrzbdmripj1fiZT1_XvxASYDQmEUH_J_a=============================❤️ Patreon ❤️=============================If you like what you see on this channel, consider joining my Patreon. It starts at just $1/month: patreon.com/nebulaphotosAs mentioned at the end, a special perk for joining my patreon related to the eclipse is that my Patreon members get a free month of Astrospheric Pro leading up to the April 8th, 2024 eclipse. Details on that perk once you've joined my patreon are here:patreon.com/posts/new-benefit-free-88346114?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link=============================Resources mentioned or demonstrated=============================List of Eclipse Camera Automation Software: eclipse.aas.org/resources/apps-software#automateXavier Jubier's Interactive Google Map: http://xjubier.free.fr/en/site_pages/solar_eclipses/TSE_2024_GoogleMapFull.htmlXavier Jubier's Eclipse Exposure Calculator: http://xjubier.free.fr/en/site_pages/SolarEclipseExposure.htmlLens & Sensor Visualization Tool: https://moonzoom.worldSolar Eclipse Timer App: Apple - apps.apple.com/us/app/solar-eclipse-timer/id1203105865?platform=iphoneAndroid - play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.foxwoodastronomy.solareclipsetimerFreewell Magnetic Solar Filter: bhpho.to/3SL26V3Baader Astrosolar Safety Film for making your own custom filters (3 stores in case any sell out): Agena - bit.ly/448ursS B&H - bhpho.to/3r4RFBjHigh Point Scientific - bit.ly/3PxkpNm=============================Contents=============================0:00 2 months away!0:24 Recap of the first two parts 2:19 What's next in the series?3:54 The Basic Kit and Why practice?5:18 Useful Online Tools (Exposure Calculator)19:20 Before C1: Finding and focusing on the Sun22:50 C1: First Partial Phase begins24:37 C2: Totality!30:51 C3: Second Partial Phase31:35 The pictures - what they will look like and processing33:14 Astrospheric Pro offer / Patreon / Credits
How to Capture Orion Nebula with an iPhone and a Telescope Nebula Photos 2024-02-13 | A complete walk-through of capturing the Orion Nebula with an iPhone and a Telescope using afocal photography, and stacking/editing with Adobe Photoshop. The Turing Telescope Adapter for MagSafe featured is available for preorder here: turingergo.com/products/digiscoping-adapter-for-magsafe Use code NEBULA20 at checkout to get an additional discount for the next month.❤️ Patreon ❤️Support this channel and join an amazing community of other amateur astrophotographers: patreon.com/nebulaphotos==Contents==0:00 Orion Nebula at the eyepiece1:25 Photography with a visual Newtonian3:23 Telescope Adapters for Smartphones5:30 Aligning your Phone to the Eyepiece6:06 Focusing and Finding7:23 Taking the pictures8:54 Stacking / editing with Photoshop==Credit for Public Domain Video used==Visible and Infrared Visualization of the Orion Nebula (Short Version)NASA, ESA, F. Summers, G. Bacon, Z. Levay, J. DePasquale, L. Hustak, L. Frattare, M. Robberto and M. Gennaro (STScI), and R. Hurt (Caltech/IPAC); Acknowledgement: R. Gendler
My DREAM OBSERVATORY has a ROLL-OFF ROOF! Nebula Photos 2024-01-26 | A snowstorm is coming and this observatory needs a roof! Check out the previous videos in this series here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrzbdmripj1e-UJHlV5mzpntX2b4LaQkv&si=ebDQ4E5eh9Tn2QEO Head to squarespace.com/nebulaphotos to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code NEBULAPHOTOS❤️ Patreon ❤️Support this channel and join an amazing community of over 900 other amateur astrophotographers: patreon.com/nebulaphotos==Contents==0:00 Intro / Recap0:54 Constructing the Extension6:26 Windows, Door, and Stairs8:41 Rails for the ROR10:30 Rolling Roof Platform12:51 Squarespace (sponsor)14:22 Installing Roof Trusses17:48 Sheathing/Trim for the Gable Ends19:13 Insulation19:35 Before Dawn (day of storm)20:12 Drip Edge21:12 Metal Panels22:52 Gable End Trim23:29 Houston, we've got a problem!24:27 I've failed (flurries)25:01 Getting the ridge cap on25:40 The day after27:03 Naming the Observatory and Sign28:29 Credits (Patreon)This video is sponsored by Squarespace.
Ive got APERTURE FEVER — Askar 185 APO Review Nebula Photos 2024-01-19 | Over the past month I've been able to try out a new MASSIVE refractor, the Askar 185 APO, and after seeing the imaging results, I've got aperture fever :) Pre-order the 185 here: bit.ly/3S7T9ot=============================Askar 185 APO Imaging Test Data=============================Link to the imaging test data shown in this video: http://tinyurl.com/askar185APOdata=============================❤️ Patreon ❤️=============================If you like what you see on this channel, consider joining my Patreon. It starts at just $1/month, and there are many perks! Sign up here:patreon.com/nebulaphotos=============================Gear reviewed/mentioned in this video=============================Askar 185 APO: bit.ly/3S7T9ot1x Flattener for the 185 APO: bit.ly/48EUgTk0.8x Reducer / Flattener for the 185 APO: bit.ly/3S5aTRlZWO ASI6200MC: bit.ly/3U6JMrzZWO ASI6200MM: bit.ly/3S8nWkGSky-watcher EQ6-R (I'd only suggest using this mount with this scope if you have an observatory with a solid pier like me): bit.ly/423hIYaSky-watcher EQ8-R: bit.ly/3ObFhs6iOptron CEM120: bit.ly/3HsFu6piOptron Tri-pier: bit.ly/4246nqE=============================Table of Contents=============================0:00 Good timing...1:30 Disclosures / Thank yous2:11 The APO Line2:37 $5000 is affordable?!4:06 What's included? and optional parts5:05 Weight/Height and appropriate mounts/piers6:35 Physical Characteristics8:30 4K video of the moon (imaging test)9:38 Single 4 minute subs (imaging tests)12:14 40 minute stacks (imaging tests)13:51 Chromatic Abberation (imaging tests)15:26 Final processed images=============================Social:=============================Twitter: @nebulaphotosInstagram: @nebulaphotosdotcomAstrobin: astrobin.com/users/2ghouls=============================Channel Disclosures=============================I am a member of the High Point Scientific, Agena Astro, eBay, ZWO, All-Star Telescopes, B&H Photo Video, Astrobin, and Amazon affiliate programs. Product links in my video descriptions are typically affiliate links, which means, at no extra cost to you, I will make a commission if you click them and purchase something. I also have working relationships with the following companies/brands to receive products to test: Askar, ZWO, DwarfLab, OG Star Tech, Svbony, High Point Scientific, Agena Astro, QHYCCD, WOBoyz, SmallRig, Venus Optics, Astrogear.net, Night Sky Camera, Woodland Hills Camera & Telescope, Hunt's Photo & Video. Any gear received for review and/or brand deals will be fully disclosed in the video. If you have any questions about any of this, please get in touch.
Is Astrophotography Possible for UNDER $500? Nebula Photos 2024-01-14 | Three kits each under $500 will battle it out in a ONE NIGHT Astrophotography SHOWDOWN! If you are a beginner considering jumping in to astrophotography, this video will help with a first purchase. I review the DWARF II Smart Telescope, the ZWO Seestar S50, and the 3D-printed OG Star Tracker with a used DSLR/Lens/Tripod.=============================❤️ Patreon ❤️=============================If you like what you see on this channel, consider joining my Patreon. It starts at just $1/month, and there are many perks! Sign up here:patreon.com/nebulaphotos=============================Gear reviewed in this video=============================Dwarf II Smart Telescope: dwarflab.comZWO Seestar S50: store.seestar.com/NICO or bit.ly/3MBSFVwOG Star Tracker Kit: ogstartech.com/eshopOG Star Tracker 3D-print yourself: http://tinyurl.com/OGStar3DUsed Canon T7 DSLR: ebay.us/bSAlS7Used Canon 75-300 Lens: ebay.us/H5EPXVUsed Bogen 3001 Tripod: ebay.us/EmyF4sLens Warmer: amzn.to/3O3usrN=============================Table of Contents=============================0:00 The contenders are...1:00 Disclosures / Thank yous1:29 DWARF II Smart Telescope8:16 ZWO Seestar S5013:45 OG Star Tracker Kit22:26 Final Image Comparisons23:45 Final Thoughts25:40 Patreon / Credits=============================Video and Music Credits=============================Flight Through the Orion Nebula in Visible and Infrared Light NASA, ESA, and F. Summers, G. Bacon, Z. Levay, J. DePasquale, L. Hustak, L. Frattare, M. Robberto, M. Gennaro (STScI), R. Hurt (Caltech/IPAC), M. Kornmesser (ESA)Acknowledgement: A. Fujii, R. Gendler Public DomainEyes on the Skies - Zooming into the Pleiades Cluster Credit: ESA/Hubble (M. Kornmesser & L. L. Christensen)Public DomainLast Odyssey and Arcade Romance by ELFLLicensed through Epidemic Sound=============================Social:=============================Twitter: @nebulaphotosInstagram: @nebulaphotosdotcomAstrobin: astrobin.com/users/2ghouls=============================Channel Disclosures=============================I am a member of the High Point Scientific, Agena Astro, eBay, ZWO, All-Star Telescopes, B&H Photo Video, Astrobin, and Amazon affiliate programs. Product links in my video descriptions are typically affiliate links, which means, at no extra cost to you, I will make a commission if you click them and purchase something. I also have working relationships with the following companies/brands to receive products to test: Askar, ZWO, DwarfLab, OG Star Tech, Svbony, High Point Scientific, Agena Astro, QHYCCD, WOBoyz, SmallRig, Venus Optics, Astrogear.net, Night Sky Camera, Woodland Hills Camera & Telescope, Hunt's Photo & Video. Any gear received for review and/or brand deals will be fully disclosed in the video. If you have any questions about any of this, please get in touch.
My DREAM OBSERVATORY has WALLS! Nebula Photos 2023-12-22 | Once the walls went up, my observatory really started feeling real! Check out the previous videos in this series here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrzbdmripj1e-UJHlV5mzpntX2b4LaQkv&si=ebDQ4E5eh9Tn2QEO Head to squarespace.com/nebulaphotos to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code NEBULAPHOTOS❤️ Patreon ❤️Support this channel and join an amazing community of over 900 other amateur astrophotographers: patreon.com/nebulaphotos==Contents==0:00 Intro / Recap0:36 Building Roof Trusses5:41 Wall Framing12:17 Wall Sheathing16:52 Tarping Strategy for Rain17:56 Next steps18:39 Squarespace (sponsor)This video is sponsored by Squarespace.
My DREAM OBSERVATORY has a FLOOR! Nebula Photos 2023-11-24 | Part 2 in my saga to build my DREAM OBSERVATORY. You can support this channel on Patreon right here (starts at $1/month): patreon.com/nebulaphotos Check out Part 1 here if you missed it: youtu.be/JkLfHOWsd4UTable of Contents=============================0:00 What I've been up to, and brief recap1:06 What was that metal object I dug up? 1:50 Digging, digging and more digging2:35 My first MISTAKE3:55 My second MISTAKE (the big one)7:00 Even more digging8:11 Installing post bases 9:07 Making floor beams10:14 Taking an angle grinder to my telescope piers10:52 Setting up the joists13:35 Nails vs. screws - why I choose nails14:04 Running conduit for electrical14:49 Adding blocking15:50 Cleaning my treated plywood16:44 Installing the sheathing17:13 My third MISTAKE17:59 Sheathing the pier openings18:58 Vibration test19:25 Telescope clearance test20:00 Why is my floor so high off the ground?20:30 SNOW21:34 Patreon - Thank you! and Credits
Harmonic Drive Mounts are the REAL DEAL! Pegasus NYX-101 vs. ZWO AM3 / AM5 Nebula Photos 2023-11-17 | Exciting new harmonic drive mounts reviewed in a comparison shootout! Head to squarespace.com/nebulaphotos to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code NEBULAPHOTOSProduct Links (affiliated)=============================Pegasus NYX-101 - tinyurl.com/Pegasus-NYX-101ZWO AM3 Mount - tinyurl.com/ZWO-AM3ZWO AM5 Mount - tinyurl.com/ZWO-AM5ZWO TC40 Carbon Fiber Tripod for AM5 - tinyurl.com/ZWO-TC40ZWO 200mm Pier Extension - tinyurl.com/ZWO-PE200ZWO Counterweight Bar for AM5 - tinyurl.com/AM5-CW-BarPegasus Carbon Fiber Tripod for NYX-101 - tinyurl.com/Pegasus-TripodPegasus Aluminum Stand-offs - tinyurl.com/Pegasus-StandoffsPegasus Saddle Powerbox - tinyurl.com/Pegasus-Saddle-PowerboxTable of Contents=============================0:00 Why I picked these three1:38 Disclosures2:07 Features and Design10:04 Sound test10:53 Weight and Payload Capacities11:55 Price and What's included13:26 Test 1: no counterweights, 7 kg, 700mm f.l.21:18 Test 2: w/ counterweight, 13.1 kg, 1000mm f.l.30:34 Images I created from the test data32:00 Squarespace (sponsor)Patreon=============================I'm on Patreon! Join a welcoming community of over 800 astrophotographers at: patreon.com/nebulaphotosChannel Disclosures=============================I am a member of the High Point Scientific, Astrobin, OPT, Agena Astroproducts, eBay, and Amazon affiliate programs. Product links in my video descriptions are typically affiliate links, which means, at no extra cost to you, I will make a commission if you click them and purchase something. I also have working relationships with the following companies/brands to receive products to test: Askar, Svbony, High Point Scientific, Agena Astroproducts QHYCCD, WOBoyz, SmallRig, Venus Optics, Astrogear.net, Night Sky Camera, Hunt's Photo & Video, Sky-watcher USA, William Optics, Laowa, 7Artisans, TTArtisans, ZWO, Pegasus Astro. I do not review products for money and any brand deals will be fully disclosed. If you have any questions about any of this, please get in touch.This video is sponsored by Squarespace.
My image featured on WorldWideTelescope.org! Nebula Photos 2023-11-16 | Check it out here: worldwidetelescope.org
Confession: I suck at cable management Nebula Photos 2023-10-30 | The problem: A giant mess of cables. The solution: watch and see :) Head to squarespace.com/nebulaphotos to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code NEBULAPHOTOS==Links / Resources==Cable Racks: amzn.to/3u3xmFKBrother Label Maker: amzn.to/3QmmDxMSmartComponents Cable Organizers: etsy.com/shop/SmartComponentsPegasus Saddle Powerbox: bit.ly/3Msz4abPlaylist with my previous videos on cable management: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrzbdmripj1crEYDI8vZLctip19_LJrwoThis video is sponsored by Squarespace.
Carving Space Themed Pumpkins Nebula Photos 2023-10-22 | Join me in my yearly Halloween tradition of carving pumpkins and turning the seeds into a tasty snack!Resources (printable templates and recipe): drive.google.com/drive/folders/1qUqXewTuWB6tDzYiBBTWoZpi2p1nnCkH?usp=sharing
Building My DREAM OBSERVATORY Nebula Photos 2023-09-22 | I've started building my backyard observatory from the ground up. Find out what goes into a project like this in this new series. Head to squarespace.com/nebulaphotos to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code NEBULAPHOTOS❤️ Patreon ❤️Support this channel and join an amazing community of over 900 other amateur astrophotographers: patreon.com/nebulaphotos==Contents==0:00 My Dream2:25 Picking the Location3:33 Demolition!5:48 Staking out the footprint8:43 Digging Holes11:36 Mystery Historical Item12:03 Making the Concrete Telescope Piers16:27 What's Next?16:57 Squarespace (Sponsor)The video is sponsored by Squarespace.
3 WAYS to edit Dual Narrowband Astrophotography! Nebula Photos 2023-09-08 | Flexispot's Labor Day sale is happening now, where you can get 50% off select items! Use my code NEBULA for an additional $30 off on orders over $500 at http://bit.ly/nebulaphotoThis video covers dual narrowband processing workflows in: Siril & Gimp, DSS & Photoshop, and PixInsight with Narrowband Normalization. Data here: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1rxJC8EcbE5CKZqGdUyRjspGjplwePkl6?usp=sharing❤️ Patreon ❤️Support this channel and join an amazing community of over 900 other amateur astrophotographers: patreon.com/nebulaphotos==Resources==Siril: siril.orgGIMP: gimp.orgDSS (latest version): github.com/deepskystacker/DSS/releasesPhotoshop: adobe.com/products/photoshop.htmlPixInsight: pixinsight.comNarrowband Normalization: youtu.be/6se3b1ZotMcHow to add the Narrowband Normalization process:1. Go to Resources...Updates... Manage Repositories... add this link: cosmicphotons.com/pi-modules/narrowbandnormalization2. Go to Resources...Updates...Check for updates... and check for updates.3. Restart PixInsight and it will now show up under the Processes menu==Contents==0:00 Why Dual Narrowband?1:37 Desk Tour (FlexiSpot)3:51 Siril & GIMP21:48 DSS & Photoshop36:16 PixInsight & Narrowband NormalizationThis video is sponsored by FlexiSpot.
Preparing for the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse, Pt. 2 (Equipment and Making Custom Solar Filters) Nebula Photos 2023-08-29 | This part covers equipment and making solar filters. Head to squarespace.com/nebulaphotos to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code NEBULAPHOTOS📷 Total Solar Eclipse Kits 📷Kit 1 (Basic): tinyurl.com/EclipseKit1Kit 2 (Basic + Tracker): tinyurl.com/EclipseKit2Kit 3 (Advanced): tinyurl.com/EclipseKit3==Resources Mentioned / Shown==Solar Eclipse Timer (App and resources): solareclipsetimer.comXavier Jubier's Interactive Google Map: http://xjubier.free.fr/en/site_pages/solar_eclipses/TSE_2024_GoogleMapFull.htmlVideo from Great American Eclipse website: greatamericaneclipse.com/april-8-2024❤️ Patreon ❤️I am able to pursue Nebula Photos full-time thanks to my generous supporters on Patreon: patreon.com/nebulaphotos. You can join our supportive community of astrophotographers for as little as $1/month.==Contents==0:00 Welcome and Overview1:45 Eye Safety 3:53 Solar Eclipse Timer App5:36 Overview of kits and who they are for7:56 Everyone should bring these things8:45 Kit 1 (Basic) Breakdown12:45 Kit 2 (+ Small Tracker) Breakdown15:37 Kit 3 (Advanced) Breakdown17:08 Squarespace18:14 How to make custom solar filters for any lens or telescope27:45 Patreon AND special offer: Astrospheric Pro !==Disclosures==This video is sponsored by Squarespace.I use affiliate programs. Links above (through Kit.co) are affiliated links meaning if you click them, I get a small commission. Your price does NOT go up!
I critique 360 of your astrophotos! Nebula Photos 2023-08-20 | See my pinned comment for timestamps to jump to a particular critique. Thank you to Night Sky Camera (nightskycamera.com) for the Astro-modified Canon SL2! The winner of the camera giveaway was Zachary P from Texas.❤️ Patreon ❤️I am able to pursue Nebula Photos full-time thanks to my generous supporters on Patreon: patreon.com/nebulaphotos. You can join our supportive community of astrophotographers for as little as $1/month.
I tested the ZWO ASI2600MC Duo Nebula Photos 2023-08-11 | This new astronomy camera from ZWO incorporates a guide sensor and an imaging sensor into one body. In this video, I share my thoughts on the camera and talk through a number of tests I did to see how well the camera does with different gear combinations. Resources=============================Ben's review of the Duo on @TheNarrowbandChannel : youtu.be/9AN1KHzZZU0Andy Galasso's PHD Log Viewer: adgsoftware.com/phd2utilsGear Links=============================ZWO ASI2600MC Duo: bit.ly/3DR9oPRSvbony SV220 Dual Narrowband Filter: tinyurl.com/svbony220Askar 103 APO: bit.ly/3ORiWk4ZWO AM5: bit.ly/3DQeUCfAntlia 3nm Ha Filter: bit.ly/3Obzd2S❤️ Patreon ❤️I am able to pursue Nebula Photos full-time thanks to my generous supporters on Patreon: patreon.com/nebulaphotos. You can join our supportive community of astrophotographers for as little as $1/month.+++Thank You+++A huge thank you to ZWO, Askar, Astrogear.net, and my Patreon members. Without all of you, this video would not have been possible.Contents=============================0:00 What is the Duo?3:15 Disclosures4:11 Differences - Pro vs. Duo7:55 Image Circle Considerations8:40 Description of Tests11:10 Test ResultsChannel Disclosures=============================I am a member of the All-Star Telescope, High Point Scientific, Astrobin, OPT, Agena Astroproducts, eBay, Astrogear.net, and Amazon affiliate programs. Product links in my video descriptions are typically affiliate links, which means, at no extra cost to you, I will make a commission if you click them and purchase something. I also have working relationships with the following companies/brands to receive products to test: Askar, Svbony, High Point Scientific, Agena Astroproducts QHYCCD, WOBoyz, SmallRig, Venus Optics, Astrogear.net, Night Sky Camera, Hunt's Photo & Video. I do not review products for money and any brand deals will be fully disclosed. If you have any questions about any of this, please get in touch.Video Disclosures=============================I loaned the ZWO ASI2600MC Duo from ZWO to make this review. I was sent the Askar 103 APO and accessories from Askar/Sharpstar for the purpose of making a review. The Svbony SV220 was sent free-of-charge for evaluation from Astrogear.net.
Modified DSLR vs. Dedicated Astronomy Camera with a Budget Kit Nebula Photos 2023-08-04 | In this video, I compare a DSLR (Canon SL2) modified for astrophotography to a dedicated astronomy camera (Ogma AP26CC). I designed this video specifically for beginners facing this kind of decision. If still unsure *after* watching the video, check out this quiz I made to help you decide: https://forms.gle/oEPdGfTwuiCCoFJ8A====Gear Used====Ogma AP26CC: getogma.com/products/AP26CCNight Sky Camera Modified Canon SL2: nightskycamera.com/product-category/in-stockSvbony SV220 Dual Narrowband Filter: tinyurl.com/svbony220Sky-watcher Star Adventurer GTi: tinyurl.com/swsa-gti Askar FMA 180 Pro: tinyurl.com/askar180William Optics 32mm Guidescope: tinyurl.com/WOguidescopeASI220MM Mini Guide camera: tinyurl.com/220guidecamBahtinov Mask: tinyurl.com/180bmaskDew Heater Band: amzn.to/47k6RveWilliam Optics 48mm Wide T-Ring for Canon: tinyurl.com/WO48Tring❤️ Patreon ❤️I am able to pursue Nebula Photos full-time thanks to my generous supporters on Patreon: patreon.com/nebulaphotos. You can join our supportive community of astrophotographers for as little as $1/month.+++Thank You+++A huge thank you to Astrogear.net, Night Sky Camera, Ogma, Sky-watcher USA, and my Patreon members. Without all of you, this video would not have been possible.Contents=============================0:00 Which Camera Should YOU Get?2:12 Disclosures4:00 Who is This Kit For?8:35 Technical Comparison of the Cameras15:45 Setup and Use of the Cameras20:07 Linear Image Comparisons26:48 Processing and Non-linear Image Comparisons31:20 How to Take the Quiz32:32 Patreon / CreditsChannel Disclosures=============================I am a member of the All-Star Telescope, High Point Scientific, Astrobin, OPT, Agena Astroproducts, eBay, Astrogear.net, and Amazon affiliate programs. Product links in my video descriptions are typically affiliate links, which means, at no extra cost to you, I will make a commission if you click them and purchase something. I also have working relationships with the following companies/brands to receive products to test: Askar, Svbony, High Point Scientific, Agena Astroproducts QHYCCD, WOBoyz, SmallRig, Venus Optics, Astrogear.net, Night Sky Camera, Hunt's Photo & Video. I do not review products for money and any brand deals will be fully disclosed. If you have any questions about any of this, please get in touch.Video Disclosures=============================I received a free long-term loan of the Sky-watcher Star Adventurer GTi from Sky-watcher USA. The modified Canon SL2 was given to the channel free-of-charge by Night Sky Camera, and I will be giving it away later this month. The Ogma AP26CC was lent to me for free by Ogma. The Svbony SV220 was sent free-of-charge for evaluation from Astrogear.net.
I Get Advice from an Architect on my Observatory Build Nebula Photos 2023-07-28 | I talk to architect Timothy Emerson (tedesignstudio.com) about my plans to build a backyard observatory, and he gives me tons of great advice you won't want to miss! Head to squarespace.com/nebulaphotos to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code NEBULAPHOTOS❤️ Patreon ❤️I am able to pursue Nebula Photos full-time thanks to my generous supporters on Patreon: patreon.com/nebulaphotos. You can join our supportive community of astrophotographers for as little as $1/month.
Alan Midkiff’s Unique Home Observatories (Observatory Tours #4) Nebula Photos 2023-07-21 | Today we are touring Alan Midkiff's home observatories. Alan has two very unique observatories: a roof-top observatory built into the home, and a roll-off building design in a field housing a 50" folded Newtonian. ❤️ Patreon ❤️I am able to pursue Nebula Photos full-time thanks to my generous supporters on Patreon: patreon.com/nebulaphotos. You can join our supportive community of astrophotographers for as little as $1/month.
How I discovered the Hummingbird Nebula Nebula Photos 2023-07-12 | I share the full story of discovering a faint reflection nebula around the star V374 Cep in the constellation Cepheus that I have named Carver 1 or 'The Hummingbird Nebula.' Photos on astrobin: astrobin.com/3stv25 (new!) astrobin.com/3zm108 (initial) For those curious about making discoveries themselves, I break down some of the tools one can use for research. See below for links.❤️ Patreon ❤️I am able to pursue Nebula Photos full-time thanks to my generous supporters on Patreon: patreon.com/nebulaphotos. Join our supportive community of over 900 other astrophotographers for as little as $1/month. 💻 Links for Resources mentioned in the video 💻Astrobin: astrobin.com/accounts/register/?r=NEBULAPHOTOS CDS Portal: http://cdsportal.u-strasbg.fr/ADS: https://ui.adsabs.harvard.edu/Aladin: https://aladin.cds.unistra.fr/Telescope Live: https://telescope.live/Spitzer Space Telescope Press: https://www.spitzer.caltech.edu/news/ssc2019-08-nasas-spitzer-captures-stellar-family-portrait
Preparing for the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse, Part 1 Nebula Photos 2023-06-30 | First in a new series on capturing a total solar eclipse leading up to the next one on April 8, 2024. Head to squarespace.com/nebulaphotos to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code NEBULAPHOTOS Part 2 in this video series: youtu.be/t89dN92u39s==Resources Mentioned==Camping along the path of totality: hipcamp.com/en-US/d/united-states/2024-solar-eclipse/camping/all Thanks to @absorbingphotons for the tip!Baader Astrosolar Safety Film for making your own custom filters (3 stores in case any sell out): Agena - bit.ly/448ursS B&H - bhpho.to/3r4RFBjHigh Point Scientific - bit.ly/3PxkpNm==Patreon==I'm on patreon! Join me and over 900 other helpful astrophotographers as we endeavor to improve our craft together: patreon.com/nebulaphotos==Disclosures==This video is sponsored by Squarespace.I use affiliate programs. Links above are affiliated links meaning if you click them, I get a small commission. Your price does NOT go up!
The Perfect 14mm Lens? - Sigma 14mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Review Nebula Photos 2023-06-08 | This review of the new lens from Sigma (pre-order here: bhpho.to/3CkEiiQ) includes all my thoughts and testing including a Milky Way shootout versus the older 14mm 1.8 DG HSM version. To try everything Brilliant has to offer—free—for a full 30 days, visit brilliant.org/NebulaPhotos/. The first 200 of you will get 20% off Brilliant’s annual premium subscription.❤️ Patreon ❤️I am able to pursue Nebula Photos full-time thanks to my generous supporters on Patreon: patreon.com/nebulaphotos. Join our supportive community of over 900 other astrophotographers for as little as $1/month. ==Disclosures==This video is sponsored by Brilliant.Sigma America lent me the new lens as well as a Sigma fp-L camera to try it with. They followed by review policy as laid out here: nebulaphotos.com/reviewsI am a member of the B&H affiliate program. Your price does not go up, but I will get a small commission if you purchase an item after clicking my link.
4 Telescopes Tested from $300 to $2300 Nebula Photos 2023-05-31 | Four Telescopes in the 86-90mm aperture range tested on the Pinwheel Galaxy! Head to squarespace.com/nebulaphotos for a 14 day free trial and to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code NEBULAPHOTOS🔭 Telescopes Tested 🔭Svbony SV48 90mm - tinyurl.com/ag-svbony90Founder Optics FOT86 - bit.ly/45HZPj8Apertura 90mm FPL-53 Triplet - bit.ly/3N3D8NRStellarvue SVQ86 - Discontinued❤️ Patreon ❤️Support this channel and join an amazing community of over 900 other amateur astrophotographers: patreon.com/nebulaphotos==Contents==0:00 Shootout!2:16 Disclosures3:35 Telescope Designs6:27 Physical Characteristics25:37 Squarespace (sponsor)26:28 Optical Tests37:21 New Supernova in M101!40:49 Credits / PatreonThis video is sponsored by Squarespace.
Confession: Ive become a pixel peeper Nebula Photos 2023-05-26 | Support this channel and join an amazing community of over 900 other amateur astrophotographers: patreon.com/nebulaphotos
The Zoom Lens of Telescopes? Nebula Photos 2023-05-05 | Reviewing the new Askar V modular telescope - available now: tinyurl.com/askarv To try everything Brilliant has to offer—free—for a full 30 days, visit brilliant.org/NebulaPhotos/. The first 200 of you will get 20% off Brilliant’s annual premium subscription.Cuiv's video for optical tests of the Askar V at all focal lengths: youtu.be/0c5Tm519J8E I did these tests too, and my results were very similar to his. Contents=============================0:00 What is this?2:02 Where did I get this from?3:40 Physical Characteristics 6:10 Focal Lengths7:47 Comparison Telescopes9:48 Price comparisons10:23 Who is this for?12:07 Imaging tests21:21 Brilliant 22:33 Patreon Patreon=============================This video was made possible with the generous support of my members on Patreon. If you would like to join, it starts at just $1/month, and there are many perks! patreon.com/nebulaphotosVideo Disclosures=============================This video was sponsored by Brilliant. The Askar V telescope was lent to me for review. After the review period ends, I will have the opportunity to buy it directly from Askar if I wish. The FRA300 and 80PHQ telescopes that I compared the Askar V to in this video were purchased from Askar after my previous reviews of these telescopes. I am a member of the AgenaAstro affiliate program. The product link in my video description above is an affiliate link, which means, at no extra cost to you, I will make a commission if you click it and purchase something from AgenaAstro.
ASIAIR vs. LAPTOP vs. EAGLE Nebula Photos 2023-04-28 | All versions of the ASIAir and EAGLE are available to purchase here: bit.ly/Eagle-asiair. Head to squarespace.com/nebulaphotos for a 14 day free trial and to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code NEBULAPHOTOSContents=============================0:00 The Competitors0:59 Disclosures2:01 History7:15 Comparisons11:38 Squarespace (Sponsor)12:53 Physical Characteristics24:24 Connectivity29:34 Feature Set32:08 Software36:58 Final Thoughts38:13 Patreon / CreditsPatreon=============================This video was made possible with the generous support of my members on Patreon. If you would like to join, it starts at just $1/month, and there are many perks! patreon.com/nebulaphotosVideo Disclosure=============================This video was sponsored by Squarespace.
Edit Along - The Pillars of Creation with Siril & GIMP Nebula Photos 2023-04-21 | Download the data to edit along with me: tinyurl.com/jwst-pillars To try everything Brilliant has to offer—free—for a full 30 days, visit brilliant.org/NebulaPhotos/. The first 200 of you will get 20% off Brilliant’s annual premium subscription.Resources=============================Data: tinyurl.com/jwst-pillarsSiril: siril.orgGNU Image Manipulation Program: gimp.orgJWST User Docs (NIRCAM Filters): https://jwst-docs.stsci.edu/jwst-near-infrared-camera/nircam-instrumentation/nircam-filtersMAST Portal: https://mast.stsci.edu/portal/Mashup/Clients/Mast/Portal.htmlContents=============================0:00 Intro2:28 Challenges 3:32 What to Download5:03 Stretching in Siril10:55 Combining and Color Mapping in GIMP20:14 BrilliantJoin the Nebula Photos community on Patreon for as little as $1/month: patreon.com/nebulaphotosThis work is based [in part] on observations made with the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope. The data were obtained from the Mikulski Archive for Space Telescopes at the Space Telescope Science Institute, which is operated by the Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy, Inc., under NASA contract NAS 5-03127 for JWST.This video was sponsored by Brilliant.
