Originally uploaded by idarknight.
Uncropped and only slightly adjusted – This was the first shot that I took and it’s the one that came out the best. I was only able to use a monopod (with a pistol grip, making it very convenient) as I had no level ground for a tripod. This shot was at 1600, so I tried to drop down to 400 or 100, but the exposures were not quite there. MLU (Mirror Lock Up), a remote release and a tripod would certainly helped. Then again, so would have a teleconverter or a longer lens… as always.
I wish I could have had my camera last night as the moon was really large on the horizon, it would have made a nice companion shot.
Hopefully there is a clear sky next time – Dec 21 2010.
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