astrophotography
Picture

Rupes Recta

Image details:


    Rupes Recta is a linear fault on the Moon. The sun illuminates the feature at an oblique angle at about day 8 of the Moon's orbit, the Rupes Recta casts a wide shadow.

    Optics: Celestron Nexstar 8i tube
    Mount: Celestron Advance VX
    Camera: Canon 60D at prime focus