I’d say it’s definitely to see if you let your eyes adjust in the dark by turning of any lamp or smartphone display for a few minutes. Of course not as bright as a 20 second exposure with high iso and a fast lens but yes, you definitely can see the Milky Way if it’s dark enough.
As long as it’s dark you have a chance to see northern lights. So September till march in the northern hemisphere. And avoid bright moon phases - I usally try to be in the north when it’s new moon :)
Backstory: I came to Lofoten to witness some Auroras and of course take photos of them, but what that single night put on display was past all belief. There was a heavy sunstorm hitting earth and clear skies so everything was pretty much perfect. 🥳
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So while waiting for a mechanic here on northern iceland I thought I could post this shot. Nothing never seen but I loved the morning there and being the first photographer on location way before sunrise.
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Reply to comment by vertylondon in Tre Cime / Italy [OC] [1920x1280] by Wimair
I’d say it’s definitely to see if you let your eyes adjust in the dark by turning of any lamp or smartphone display for a few minutes. Of course not as bright as a 20 second exposure with high iso and a fast lens but yes, you definitely can see the Milky Way if it’s dark enough.