I think the next step in the amateur astro industry is democratising adaptive optics. Come on ZWO/Synta.....
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Originally Posted by Andy01
Purple stars notwithstanding, that's a lovely homage to Hubble, and a fascinating comparison of the difference between amateur and ultra-professional equipment in the best of conditions. 
Interesting to see what difference a few billion dollars and perfect seeing conditions makes! 
It makes one wonder about the not-so-distant future of amateur astrophotography, when one day, we amateurs may all have access to small satellite-based gear in low orbit. |