diogenes_shadow t1_j1ntqus wrote
Because JWST "sees" using different wavelengths, it images dust differently. Dust that can be seen in the Hubble photo may be too small to be seen by the longer wavelength used by JWST.
If you put them side by side, you will see patches of dust that are not there in the newer photos.
Realeron OP t1_j1nuan7 wrote
Thank you for the education
NoAngel815 t1_j1qqlrf wrote
I saw a video by someone who works in the field explaining that the difference is how they capture the images. Hubble captures visible light while JWST uses infrared which can see through the dust.
Throwaway_97534 t1_j1nxj62 wrote
What about the earliest images vs the latest images in the same wavelengths? Can any movement or differences be seen?
diogenes_shadow t1_j1o4fr8 wrote
Later images may be the result of more recent advances in image processing filters applied.
I'm sure the scientists are adjusting the flow to get the most striking results.
As always you can go back and pull the raw data and check the tags to see how the image collection and processing changed.
cecil021 t1_j1rynca wrote
True, it can also see through the dust to view what’s behind it. It sees in the infrared part of the electromagnetic spectrum.
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