Exploring Solar Astrophotography: The Cheapest and Nastiest Solar Telescope

TLDRIn this video, Dylan O'Donnell explores solar astrophotography using a cheap and small solar telescope. Despite technical difficulties and inclement weather, he demonstrates how to capture the sun's details with the coronado pst telescope. He also discusses a new telescope, the lund 40mm, and compares it to the coronado pst. Join Dylan as he shares his experience and knowledge in solar astrophotography.

Key insights

🔭Solar astrophotography can be an interesting and accessible alternative to nighttime astrophotography.

🌞The coronado pst telescope is a cheap solar telescope option that can produce results with a little effort.

🔍Adding a 2.5 power mate can help reveal more details in solar astrophotography.

🌍Solar astrophotography allows for high-speed photography and capturing different solar features.

💼High Point Scientific is a recommended supplier for astronomy equipment, including solar astrophotography gear.

Q&A

Is solar astrophotography a good alternative to nighttime astrophotography?

Yes, solar astrophotography offers a unique and accessible way to capture celestial objects.

What is the coronado pst telescope?

The coronado pst telescope is a cheap solar telescope known for its ability to produce results with a little effort.

How can I reveal more details in solar astrophotography?

Adding a 2.5 power mate can help magnify and reveal more details in solar astrophotography.

What can you capture in high-speed solar astrophotography?

High-speed solar astrophotography allows for capturing different solar features like flares and prominences.

Where can I find astronomy equipment for solar astrophotography?

High Point Scientific is a recommended supplier for astronomy equipment, including gear for solar astrophotography.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Dylan O'Donnell introduces the video and explains his current technical difficulties and weather issues at the Byron Bay Observatory.

01:30Dylan showcases the coronado pst telescope, known for its affordability and ability to capture solar details with some effort.

03:24Dylan introduces High Point Scientific as a sponsor and discusses their support and price match guarantee for astronomy gear.

05:10Dylan concludes the video and thanks viewers for their support, reminding them of the inevitability of death.

05:31Outro music and credits.