One of the most majestic places to visit with a small scope or binocular might be
the sword of Orion. With every new magnification this fascinating complex of
clusters and nebulae shows more hidden treasures. So here is a 4° Fov impression of Orions Sword.
Place : Bekkevoort,
Date : Feb 21, 2007
Time : 21.00UT
Seeing : 3 (of 5)
Transp. : 2 (of 5)
Scope : ETX 70 with 26mm SP, no filter.
Power : 14x
Fov : 3,9°
North is up (bino orientation)
The sketch is digitally ‘drawn’ with Photopaint, based on a raw EP-sketch. I hope
you like it.
Rony De Laet
http://www.geocities.com/rodelaet, my personal website.
Rony,
Oh yes I remember your mighty little ETX 70,
this is a wonderful sketch.
Rony,
it is beautiful and delicate, detailed drawing so real and similar to what we observe.
Its a wonderful sketch!
Another richfield gem – great drawing, exactly what it looks like through a small telescope or some binoculars!
Sebastian
…exactly what it looks through a small telescope or some binoculars…!!!!!!!!!!
I am agreed with Sebastian…
Peter