Comet C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan–ATLAS

In October 2024 the world was treated to a beautiful comet passing by earth, easily visible to the naked eye. This comet has an orbit of 80,000 years so will certainly never be visible again in our lifetimes. Unfortunately, I was traveling in Taiwan when it was brightest... but was blessed with some clear skies immediately after returning, while it was still easily visible. This comet was especially unique since it's apparent position was near the arc of the Milky Way.

First shot of the comet in late September, before it swung around the sun.

Wide field view of the comet with the Milky Way

Comet C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan–ATLAS

First shot of the comet in late September, before it swung around the sun.

Wide field view of the comet with the Milky Way

View of the comet and Milky Way from my yard.

Pacific City, Oregon

Wide view of the comet and tail, shot on Fuji XT-5 with Tamron 17-70 F2.8 lens.

View of the telescope in mid-October through Vespera Pro Telescope.

View of the comet on Nov 6, 2024 with Vespera II Telescope.

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