Cosmic Ray Damage?

Discussion in 'Legacy Models - Community Support' started by Gordon Bowser, Nov 11, 2018.

  1. Gordon Bowser

    Gordon Bowser Standard User

    Joined:
    Oct 30, 2018
    Messages:
    2
    This is .fit (and jpg) file is from a ST-10XME, at least 11 years old. Cooled to ~ 4C
    It's a one second dark. Another 9 were identical.
    Is this cosmic ray damage?
    Can I do anything about this in image processing, or is this camera now past its prime?
    Thanks
     

    Attached Files:

    Gordon Bowser, Nov 11, 2018
    #1
  2. Doug

    Doug Staff Member

    Joined:
    Sep 25, 2014
    Messages:
    10,313
    Yes, that's accumulated radiation damage.

    Try subtracting darks - you will be surprised at how effective it is at removing hot columns. The sensor might be totally usable.

    I have a 17 year old 6303 that looks absolutely horrible, but it still completely calibrates out.
     
    Doug, Nov 11, 2018
    #2

Share This Page