This is an exposure from the top of Mauna Kea at almost 14,000' above sea level looking south with the Milky Way Galaxy shining brightly in the night sky.
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@Curly: I like to think it is a combination of equipment, planning, experience, proper exposure, and a bit of processing expertise. And yes the d3 has a fantastic high iso low noise sensor, and with a 2.8 wide angle lens at high elevation you can pull in a lot of light.
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