June 20th Conjunction.

[Peter Ward]

I nearly didn't post this, as there are no pretty foreground objects to frame an albeit very pretty conjunction.

Perhaps of more interest is the Canon 135mm F2.0 L series used to take the picture.

I had read a number of reviews and test reports that all waxed lyrical about this lens prior to its purchase. I'm now a convert.

It's simply remarkable (note the clearly resolved Galilean moons... at just 135mm ) Probably the sharpest L-Series in their entire line-up, and very affordable !

Anyway hope you enjoy the view. The link is here

[h0ughy (David)]

great work as per usual Peter. I like the subtle touch

[DavidTrap (David)]

Fantastic!

The assymetry of the diffraction spikes is something I've never seen before - looks like a pinwheel fan. Any idea as to why?

Nikon's 135 f2 is regarded as one of their sharpest lenses - hasn't been updated optically in 25yrs (according to the interwebulator)

DT

[Peter Ward]

Originally Posted by DavidTrap

Fantastic!

The assymetry of the diffraction spikes is something I've never seen before - looks like a pinwheel fan. Any idea as to why?

Nikon's 135 f2 is regarded as one of their sharpest lenses - hasn't been updated optically in 25yrs (according to the interwebulator)

DT

Nikon?? The are OK, but you can read about the lens I used here

http://kenrockwell.com/canon/lenses/135mm-f2.htm

Originally Posted by h0ughy

great work as per usual Peter. I like the subtle touch

Glad you liked it