First ever DSLR astro shot

Finally my Canon 450D arrived via DHL from Pixmania. I took it out this evening to see how it worked in the moonlit sky. Below is my first meagre attempt at the Pleiades. A 10 second shot with the moon in the same field of view (cropped out).

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The live view function does make focusing easier. I'd love to try this camera out in the Burren some night.

Fair play John.
Why not try it out on the Moon!!
:woohoo:

Good stuff John ! You'll love the 450D, the live view is a real help, good luch with it, and do post your shots here

Keith..

Barberskum wrote:

Fair play John.
Why not try it out on the Moon!!
:woohoo:

Here you go....

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johnomahony wrote:

Barberskum wrote:

Fair play John.
Why not try it out on the Moon!!
:woohoo:

Here you go....

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Well done! It can be much larger, but the shot (as a thumbnail) appears very sharp and clear. What camera settings did you use?

Seanie.

John, Is what lens did you use there?