The partial Solar Eclipse of 29-03-2025
On 24 March 24 2025, I captured this mosaic image of the Sun during the partial solar eclipse, where the Moon covered 24% of the Sun's surface. The weather was challenging, with fast-moving clouds making the process quite difficult. However, I was able to photograph the event using my Askar 103APO telescope and the ZWO ASI2600MC AIR camera. The mosaic consists of 2 separate parts, carefully stitched together to create a sharp and detailed view of the Sun. (Somehow I mirrored the image, but I didn’t realize that before added all the text haha).
Since this was my second solar eclipse that I could photograph, I knew what to expect. With some quick adjustments and a bit of patience, I managed to capture the final image despite the changing conditions. It was a rewarding challenge, and I'm pleased with how the final photo turned out.
Acquisition details:
Gear used:
🔭 Askar 103APO
⚙️ Skywatcher EQ6-R
📸 ZWO ASI2600MC AIR
The partial Solar Eclipse of 25-10-2022
On October 25, 2022, I captured this mosaic image of the Sun during the partial solar eclipse here in The Netherlands, where the Moon covered 22% of the Sun's surface. The weather was perfect for the observation, and I was able to photograph the event using my old Omegon Advanced 150/750 telescope, equipped with an Omegon white light filter, and the ZWO ASI224MC planetary camera. The mosaic consists of 9 separate parts, stitched together to create a detailed and wide view of the Sun.
The fast-moving Moon was gradually covering the Sun, making it a bit tricky to keep up with the changes as I switched between different areas of the Sun. However, by quickly adjusting the shots, I managed to maintain a consistent image, and you can’t see any noticeable difference in the partially obscured region. It was an exciting challenge to capture, and the result is a beautiful image of this rare celestial event.
Acquisition details:
Gear used:
🔭 Omegon Advanced 150/750
⚙️ Skywatcher EQ5
📸 ZWO ASI224MC
The Sun’s full disc with sunspots - 17-04-2022
On 17 April 2022, I captured this mosaic image of the Sun, showcasing visible sunspots. For this shot, I used my old Omegon Advanced 150/750 telescope, equipped with an Omegon white light filter, and the ZWO ASI224MC planetary camera. The final image is made up of 9 separate parts, stitched together from a total of 1800 frames that were stacked to create a sharp and detailed view of the Sun. I also added a dot that shows the size of our Earth compared to the Sun.
Sunspots are darker areas on the Sun’s surface caused by intense magnetic activity. These regions are cooler than the surrounding areas, which is why they appear darker. Photographing the Sun, especially capturing sunspots with high resolution, is always a rewarding experience, as it reveals the Sun's active and ever-changing nature.
Acquisition details:
Gear used:
🔭 Omegon Advanced 150/750
⚙️ Skywatcher EQ5
📸 ZWO ASI224MC
The Sun’s full disc with sunspots - 11-03-2022
On 11 March 2022, I captured this mosaic image of the Sun, showing visible sunspots. To photograph this, I used my old Omegon Advanced 150/750 telescope, equipped with an Omegon white light filter, and the ZWO ASI224MC planetary camera. The image is composed of 14 separate parts, carefully stitched together in GIMP to create a detailed and wide view of our closest star.
Sunspots, which appear as dark spots on the Sun's surface, are areas of intense magnetic activity. These regions are cooler than their surroundings, which makes them appear darker. Capturing these sunspots in high detail is always an exciting challenge, and it's fascinating to observe the Sun’s dynamic nature through a telescope.
Acquisition details:
Gear used:
🔭 Omegon Advanced 150/750
⚙️ Skywatcher EQ5
📸 ZWO ASI224MC