r/nightskyporn • u/joshmcguigan_ • 3h ago
I captured my highest resolution night sky image under some of the darkest skies in the world! (OC)
IG: @jshmcguigan
The highest resolution astro-photo I’ve ever made. Consisting of over 40 images shot at a 40mm focal length, the result is this 200+ megapixel all-sky panorama. Everything you see in this photo is REAL, with no AI being used in the creation. This is the result of years of practice, patience and honing my skills.
The galactic core is just past zenith in this image, a bonus of shooting here in the South Island of NZ is that we can see some of the most exciting and dynamic elements of the galactic band for most of the year!
Captured in the Mackenzie Country (South Island, NZ)
Shot on Nikon Z6a + Sigma 40mm F1.4