Orion Parsec 8300C Astronomical Imaging Camera

Posted: October 29, 2010 | Author: | Filed under: American Astronomical Society, astronomers, Astronomical Societies, astronomy, astronomy equipment, camera manufacturers, CCD cameras, entertainment, International Astronomical Union, John Hopkins University, National Solar Observatory, Orion Parsec 8300C Astronomical Imaging Camera, Royal Astronomical Society | Tags: , , , , , , | 1 Comment »

8.3 million pixels of resolution produces astroimages that will make your DSLR camera want to hide

Give the Orion Parsec 8300C, a try, and see if you still look at your DSLR camera?

The Orion Parsec 8300C is the latest CCD time-machine-to-the-stars capable of taking one-shot, full-frame, 8.3 megapixel color views during your “Journey to the Beginning of Space and Time” in perfect resolution. The Orion Parsec 8300C Astronomical Imaging Camera is designed and engineered around Kodak’s 8.3-megapixel KAF-8300 sensor, and is one of the most advanced CCD time-machines-to-the-stars you can purchase to “Journey to the Beginning of Space and Time.

The Orion Parsec 8300C Astronomical Imaging Camera’s color Kodak CCD chip is built around the 5.4 micron x 5.4 micron pixel size for superior resolution and uses Kodak’s microlens technology for maximum sensitivity. Regulated dual-stage thermoelectric cooling and the adjustable fan included with the Orion Parsec 8300C Astronomical Imaging Camera reduces the thermal noise you’ll experience, while the internal full-frame memory buffer allows you to reliably and efficiently download you images for later use.

You get all of this astroimaging power at a relatively low price, considering the quality of the views this outstanding CCD camera produces, and the Parsec 8300C Astronomical Imaging Camera is compatible with Windows XP and later operating systems. You just plug the Parsec 8300C Astronomical Imaging Camera into the USB 2.0 port on your computer with the included cable and power your time-machine-to-the-stars using the 12-volt DC power cable included that plugs into a car accessory jack, or other compatible power source.

 

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Unforgettable Astroimages Create Memorable Moments

Posted: October 21, 2010 | Author: | Filed under: astroimaging cameras, astronomers, astronomy, astronomy equipment, Canon EOS 5D Mark II, entertainment | Tags: , , , , , , , | Leave a comment »

The newest star gazers dream is ready for your "Journey to the Beginning of Space and Time"

With the Canon EOS 5D Mark II

Easy to use, an array of useful and reliable features, and an eye-catching 21 pixels of resolution makes the Canon EOS 5D Mark II a star gazers dream. Hidden within the Canon EOS 5D Mark II lies a 21.1-megapixel, full-frame complementary metal-oxide semiconductor (CMOS) sensor that captures celestial bodies in unforgettable high resolution images that will make your “Journey to the Beginning of Space and Time” the trip of your lifetime. This metal-oxide sensor allows star gazers to capture wider field of view than previous sensors due to its 35.9mm by 24mm size.
 
Designed to withstand the rigors of night time environments and possible collisions with the ground, or even a cement floor, the Canon EOS 5D Mark II saves large astroimages in seconds to a Compact Flash memory card. You can view your image on the 3.0-inch, 920,000 dot LCD view screen on the rear of the Canon EOS 5D Mark II in all lighting conditions. Designers and engineers even included the option to add a handy and time-saving Canon TC-80N3 remote control to your Canon EOS 5D Mark II, which allows you to set multiple images with certain exposure times and the time period between your exposures.
 
 
 

 

Grab a Bahtinov Focus-Mask for Your Time-Machine-to-the-Stars

Posted: October 16, 2010 | Author: | Filed under: astroimaging cameras, astronomical eyepieces, Astronomical Societies, astronomy, astronomy equipment, Bahtinov focusing-mask, binoculars, entertainment, scientists, telescope accessories, telescopes | Tags: , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment »

A Bahtinov focusing-mask will save you time for other things

An essential focusing-tool for your “Journey to the Beginning of Space and Time”

Achieving perfect focus can be time-consuming and difficult without a focusing mask to help you

One of the toughest things to achieve when trying to take timeless pictures during your “Journey to the Beginning of Space and Time” will be getting a sharp focus on your time-machine-to-the-stars. Professional astronomers and amateur astronomers in-the-know will use a focusing-mask over the front of their time-machine-to-the-stars, rather than relying on trial and error to take pictures of unforgettable views during their trip to the stars. One of the best and easiest to use and setup face-masks on the market is the Bahtinov face-mask sold by Focus-Mask. Simply aim your time-machine-to-the-stars toward the star of your hearts desire, take a short 3 to 5 second exposure of your target, and then take a look at the three diffraction spikes on the Bahtinov face-mask. Adjust the focus on your time-machine-to-the-stars, take another 3 to 5 second exposure of your target, and once again examine the diffraction spikes. Continue this process until the middle diffraction spike lies directly between the other two spikes and you should be ready to take a shot of your hearts desire your kids will never forget.
 
Before you head out on the next leg of your “Journey to the Beginning of Space and Time” grab a Bahtinov face-mask, or another face-mask, and your view and astrophotography will improve significantly, and you’ll have more time for timeless views, rather than spending time trying to focus your time-machine-to-the-stars.
 
 

 

Remember the Unforgettable Moments of Your Journey to the Beginning of Space and Time

Posted: October 11, 2010 | Author: | Filed under: American Astronomical Society, astroimaging cameras, astronomers, Astronomical Societies, astronomy, astronomy equipment, Digital Rebel XT, entertainment, Goddard Flight Center, International Astronomical Union, John Hopkins University, NASA, National Solar Observatory, Royal Astronomical Society | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment »

 

The Canon EOS 350D introduced many astrophotographers to the wonders of digital imaging

Astroimaging records moments in space and time

Astroimaging is a great way to record the unforgettable moments of your “Journey to the Beginning of Space and Time’, photographing the night sky has never been easier for the amateur, and you can capture the memorable moments of your trip to show the grandchildren. The array of imaging equipment available today for the amateur astronomer looking for a suitable astroimaging camera to use as a time-machine-to-the-stars for never been more varied. We’ll take you through the basics of cameras and their uses in astroimaging, starting with the modern camera, to help you decide just how you want to go about astroimaging and what kind of equipment you want to use to do the job.
The modern camera used for astroimaging uses electronic imaging sensors to help produce the images you’ll take on your trip. Currently, there are two different types of electronic imaging sensors, CCD (charge-coupled device) and CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor), both essentially do the job the same way. Inside every modern camera tiny photocells, called pixels, and the circuitry to control the exposure time and read out the image are housed. The number of pixels needed for each view will vary from relatively small numbers for smaller images of planets or distinct celestial bodies, to millions of pixels (megapixel) for deep sky views of star fields.

Not all imaging sensors are designed and engineered equally, some imaging sensors produce color images, while others only create monochrome views of the universe. Modern color imaging sensors use a “Bayer” matrix, in which alternate pixels filter red, green and blue to produce the image, while a computer interpolates the data to smooth the image. Monochrome imaging sensors generally produce sharper images than color imaging sensors, but producing color images is more difficult, as you need to take red, green and blue exposures through separate filters and then use a computer to combine them to produce the color image.

Selecting the correct camera according to the astroimaging uses you have planned for your camera during your “Journey to the Beginning of Space and Time” is possibly the most important decision you can make in your desire to make sure the treasured memories of your trip to infinity and back are recorded for all time. You definitely want to make sure you’re honest with yourself about what kind of astroimaging you want a camera for. Do you want to be able to take pictures of celestial objects in the day time sky? Can you use your astroimaging camera without having to connect it to a computer? The answers to these questions, and others, will help you determine the perfect astroimaging camera for “Journey to the Beginning of Space and Time”.

The Digital Rebel XT came out early in 2005

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