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Safe Solar Viewing / Imaging.

Posted: Sun Jul 24, 2022 6:20 pm
by Gordon
We can't stress enough that viewing and imaging the sun can be very dangerous!!

Using the best equipment to safely view / image the sun is always suggested.

The following is an article that provides some of the basic information on the equipment required.

https://astronomy.com/magazine/news/202 ... ng-the-sun

Remember, you only have one set of eyes. Take extra precautions.

Re: Safe Solar Viewing / Imaging.

Posted: Sun Jul 24, 2022 8:37 pm
by Thefatkitty
Good article, thanks; I couldn't agree more!

Re: Safe Solar Viewing / Imaging.

Posted: Mon Jul 25, 2022 1:44 am
by messier 111
thx .

Re: Safe Solar Viewing / Imaging.

Posted: Mon Jul 25, 2022 6:34 am
by Altocumulus
Call me daft, but I prefer to only use a camera - better safe than sorry.

Re: Safe Solar Viewing / Imaging.

Posted: Mon Jul 24, 2023 10:20 pm
by StarHugger
Nice article Gordon and a good read, Be safe everyone and when in doubt get help from experienced observers before viewing the Sun.