Tag: telescope resolution

Plate Scale for Astrophotography: How to Calculate Arcseconds per Pixel
Plate Scale for Astrophotography: How to Calculate Arcseconds per Pixel

Learn how to calculate plate scale and arcseconds per pixel for astrophotography. Master the formula, understand sampling theory, and optimize your telescope setup for sharp deep-sky and planetary images.

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Best High-Altitude Sites for Sub-Arcsecond Double Star Splitting: Where and How to See It
Best High-Altitude Sites for Sub-Arcsecond Double Star Splitting: Where and How to See It

High-altitude sites offer the clearest views for splitting double stars under one arcsecond. Learn where to go, what gear to bring, and how to see details impossible from low elevations.

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