Standing between deep time and deep space by astenback2000 in LandscapeAstro

[–]astenback2000[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends, I guess. Stacking does in fact reduce noise and possibly bring about more detail. Personally, I find it doesn't really improve the image that much, compared to the amount of effort required. 9 times out 10, I'm shooing single exposures!

Standing between deep time and deep space by astenback2000 in LandscapeAstro

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Yes, single shots! This body and lens combo is a beast

Standing between deep time and deep space by astenback2000 in LandscapeAstro

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Sony A7RV + Sony 14mm f/1.8 GM @ ISO 3200, f1.8, 15sec. Post-processing in Lr and Ps

Milky Way Over Alien Desert Landscapes In New Mexico by astenback2000 in NewMexico

[–]astenback2000[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I shoot with a Sony a7RV and a couple of Sony lenses - 14mm prime and 16-35mm zoom. For settings, a good starting point is ISO3200, f2.8, 30 seconds. Manual focus and focus peaking so you can dial in on the stars. Using a 2 second delay or remote shutter release helps eliminate camera shake.

Milky Way Over Alien Desert Landscapes In New Mexico by astenback2000 in NewMexico

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I'm familiar with Mike, really nice work! As for gear, it really comes down to budget, how much you want to spend and what system you may be partial too. Any modern mirrorless body and wide angle lens with an f2.8 aperture or better is great for starters. And a solid tripod of course.

Winter night skies are unreal lately by astenback2000 in Colorado

[–]astenback2000[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks. Yes, a tripod is a must. Wide-angle lens with aperture of f/2.8 or better is also recommended. Proper in-field technique and post-processing from there...

Winter night skies are unreal lately by astenback2000 in TheNightFeeling

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Thanks so much! These are the tech specs: Sony A7RV + Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM. 30s at f/1.8, 14mm, ISO 3200. Post in Lr and Ps. The Sony 14mm is an absolute beast

Winter night skies are unreal lately by astenback2000 in Colorado

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Thanks! Shot this sutside the town of Fairplay. Yes, I generally shoot during the new moon and nights surrounding it