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Taken 18-Jan-23
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Dimensions2012 x 2650
Original file size1.37 MB
Image typeJPEG
Color spacesRGB
Date taken19-Jan-23 03:42
Date modified19-Jan-23 06:23
Shooting Conditions

Camera makeNIKON CORPORATION
Camera modelNIKON Z 6_2
Focal length35 mm
Focal length (35mm)35 mm
Exposure20s at f/5.6
FlashNot fired
Exposure bias0 EV
Exposure modeManual
Exposure prog.Manual
ISO speedISO 1600
Metering modePattern
Comet C/2022 E3 ZTF - January 19 2023

Comet C/2022 E3 ZTF - January 19 2023

I started off searching for the comet with my binoculars but thin haze and a brighter than expected contribution from my suburban lighting made this difficult. To avoid bringing back nothing I brought the tracker and 35mm lens to see if I could spot it.

The Big and Little Dipper stars worked well as references and with a wideangle lens it was relatively easy. The comet in suburban skies is not very bright but was visible using some electronic assistance. I didn't try again with my binoculars but given another clear morning I'll try with my 76mm refractor now I know what to expect.

Camera: Nikon Z6II
Sensor ISO: 1600
Lens: Sigma Art 35/1.4
Tracker: Star Adventurer
Exposure: 20 sec at f/5.6
Processing: Adobe Photoshop 2023