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Originally Posted by m11
Hi Dave,
To eliminate the issues regarding the eyepieces, do you have another eyepiece to test to see if you get the same reflections? Usually there is a lower magnification eyepiece to test with?
Was the moon or a similar light source close to Saturn at the time that may have contributed to the issue?
In terms of eyepieces, it is really subjective as people have different needs and criteria they use to determine what is best. There are some eyepieces geared for planetary like orthoscopic eyepieces but even basic eyepieces will show detail with a scope. Generally many people start with plossls and collect eyepieces as they go along.
Nebula is very dependant on light pollution and light conditions. Dark skies help due to the contrast and little light pollution.
All the best. 
M11 |
Hi M11, thanks for the reply, yes the moon was very bright and close this night, so im assuming that was the cause?