Jupiter over the trees. Image Credit: Marco T.
Today, we’re featuring some of the most amazing photos of the largest planet in the Solar System, Jupiter, as seen from the various parts of the world.
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The photo above was taken by Marco T. in Italy on November 19, 2011. He used a Canon EOS 500D camera with Samyang fisheye 8mm lens. Here are some of the specs he used: 31 sec – iso 3200, levels adjusted with PS, -2/-4°c.
More photos below!
The Moon & Jupiter over Lake with Reflections in the water. Image Credit: John Chumack
John Chumack took this photo of the Moon, the Pleiades and Jupiter on September 17, 2011. He used a Canon Rebel Xsi & 8mm lens at F8, ISO 400, 25 sec exposure. The reflection of the Moon and Jupiter over a lake can also be seen in the photo.
This image of Jupiter rising among the aurora stream was captured by Jason Ahrns on September 28, 2011 in Alaska. He used a Nikon D5000 camera in taking this photo.
This nice photo of Jupiter and the Pleiades was captured by Jamie Ball on October 17, 2011. Jamie used a Canon EOS REBEL T1i camera. Check out Jamie’s Flickr page for more astrophotos.
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