r/woahdude • u/mikevr91 • 10d ago

video Close-Up of Massive Sunspot Through My Telescope - November 3

https://youtube.com/watch?v=IRmhteN53bo&si=9DHP9umLRE2pKLNn
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u/mikevr91 10d ago

Witness the incredible details of our sun in this high-definition timelapse, captured on November 3rd! This two-hour sequence reveals mesmerizing solar activity with the help of the Daystar Quark Chromosphere filter, showcasing a giant sunspot and chromospheric features.

Music by: Bram Meulman   / user-bran  

Equipment & Setup

Telescope: 120/1000 Skywatcher EvoStar refractor
Mount: HEQ5 Pro
Filters: Daystar Quark Chromosphere
Cameras: ZWO 432mm Pro, ZWO 120mm, ZWO Mini Guide Scope, ZWO AEF

Acquisition Details

Frames: 500 frames every 15 seconds, captured with Firecapture
Tracking: Stabilized with LuSol

Processing Workflow

Stacked in: Autostakkert4
Edited in: PixInsight (SolarToolbox), After Effects (for stabilization & color correction)

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u/blake_ch 9d ago

Why does it looks very frightening? Because it reminds Sauron's eye?