I've read of observing nights that have banned the use of green lasers due to the claim that they are harmful to imagers...Is this really true?
While I can think of a number of "safety" reasons to restrict (maybe ban) the use of green laser pointers I have not seen any evidence myself that they are harmful to imagers...I have not looked for evidence and I am not an imager so I don't know but I am curious.
So, do green lasers interfere with imaging? Can anyone show me a "ruined" image to support the assertion that green lasers are harmful?
Not looking to start a battle royale just curious...last night at the RPS/NSAS Viewing night a green laser would have been handy to point out some things to people but I understand that some observing organizations are opposed to them...that is why I am asking.
In the interest of full disclosure, I do not currently own a green laser pointer and have no immediate plans to buy one...(but, my birthday is coming up
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