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Old 23-12-2007, 03:11 PM
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Is it worth imaging Mars?

It looks like it might be clear night (not holding high hopes).

The moon is about 7 degrees from Mars. Is it worth trying some ToUCam shots of it or will it just be a complete wash-out? I'd put the dew guard on to try and limit what moonlight is falling directly on the scope's aperture, but I'm not sure I would stop much with it only 7 degrees away!

I can only photograph Mars between 11:45 and 2am, so it requires a late night... not sure if it's worth it tonight

Should I just wait until the 26th or 27th when it's further away (but might be cloudy)?

Roger.
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