[vsnet-chat 4055] Re: Visual estimates accuracy

["Rod Stubbings" <stubbo@sympac.com.au>]

I tend to use different methods when estimating according to the stars
brightness.  Most of my observing is at faint levels and depending on sky
conditions I use averted vision to locate faint comparison stars or the
outbursting star.  When I know they are visible I directly compare the
comparison star to the outbursting star going from one to the other until
I'm satisfied.  In the mid range I still look at the comparison stars (not
staring) with slightly quicker glances.  The brighter stars are estimated
with quick glances trying not to directly look at each star.

Regards,
Rod.

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