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Astrophotography - starlink

Started Apr 24, 2020 | Discussions thread
Lawrence Norman
Lawrence Norman Regular Member • Posts: 437
Re: Astrophotography - starlink
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markyboy81 wrote:

I'm going to attempt to take photos of this tonight.

What equipment would be best do you think? I have the NX1 and nx500 and most of the lenses - I'm thinking 12-24mm?

Suggest using this source to help pick the best lens in your collection
https://www.lonelyspeck.com/milky-way-exposure-calculator/

>I'm thinking {Samsung] 12-24mm
Used the above source, I selected APSC, 12mm, F4, and here are the results:
1. Shutter Speed: 28 seconds
2. ISO: 3200

Others valuable sources:
https://astrobackyard.com/the-500-rule/
https://youtu.be/7avrjSOX7hs

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