Mars
Planet
About this object
This shot was taken when Mars was very close to Earth. You can see the polar ice cap, the white spot near the top.
Technical Information
Optics: Meade LX90 8" SCT @ f/10
Camera: Nikon CoolPix 4500 with 18mm eyepiece
Date: August 23, 2003
Location: Challenger 7 Park, Webster, Texas
Exposure Details: 1/30 seconds
Acquisition: None
Processing: Photoshop CS