bigbten

How would I make the meteor streak brighter in this picture? It was shot in RAW (NEF). I'm showing the .jpg because the NEF file was to large. I have Elements 15 and Luminar 3.1. Thanks.

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Linda From Maine Loc: Yakima, Washington

One way in PSE: in expert mode, create new layer and change blend mode to overlay. Using a sharp-pointed brush with white color, tiny size and very low opacity, click at top of the streak. Then hold down the alt key (I think that's the one) and click at other end; a straight line will be created without your having to draw it.

IMO it's not going to take much to make the streak appear fake. I did quick adjustment in an online app to darken overall exposure, but brighten whites. You might consider playing around with that idea in PSE also. If you do as adjustment layers (brightness/contrast, levels), you can mask the effect - or lessen the degree - from some of the stars and other areas.

And lastly, did you know there's an astronomical section on UHH where the specialization may be of value for your next outing?
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/s-109-1.html

Very neat photo!

bigbten

Thanks, I'll try that and the Astrophotography forum.

Ronsh Loc: Floresville,Tx.

I think that, that is a satellite. I think metros are brighter.

bigbten

Interesting. How could I tell? The exposure time was 49.6 seconds. I was using an 11mm DX lens at f2.8. You can see that the stars have moved and make an out of focus photo. I think 29 seconds should of been my maximum exposure to prevent noticeable movement. It was my first astrophotography and I was having a lot of fun and enjoyment. I wonder if anyone can use this information and use some math to come to any idea whether this is a satellite or a meteor? It would be appreciated. Thanks.

bigbten

Wait a minute. I think all of the satellites I've seen since the Sputnik have gone brighter then dimmer all along their orbit. Can a satellite have a constant brightness?