Narrowband Pacman nebula

[Yoddha]

Hello,

This is my first narrowband image and am still reading and trying to find a way to process the data properly Also the data is quite limited, but enough for learning

So here it is - Total 1h 20min (Ha:50min, OIII:30min)

All critics and suggestions are welcome

[Stargazer33]

That is very nice. Some lovely detail in the nebula. Congratulations!

[davew]

That's a nice rendition for the time spent on imaging. You of course already know more time is needed

The Pacman doesn't have to be a jump out and smack you in the face kind of object and I like the smooth neutral look you've got. Much more time will give you the ammunition to stretch the OIII much more, if that's what you fancy. More Ha subs will reveal a greater size of cloud too.

Very nice Ivo,

Dave.

Just noticed you used the QHY 22. Not many of them around. How's it performing ?

[Velvet]

very nice start on this one.  More data and i think you have a winner

Velvet

[Daniel-K]

i think thats a super image, you often see this done in HA and to be honest i think looks poor when done in just HA but you have done a wonderful job here with great structure in the dust and that little cluster of stars sitting in the middle is a nice addition too . great job look forward to seeing more

[andyo]

This looks great you have captured some nice detail in the outer edges of the nebula and as Dave said a "smooth neutral look"

[Yoddha]

Many thanks for you kind words!

Just noticed you used the QHY 22. Not many of them around. How's it performing ?

Dave,

It is my first CCD camera, so don't have base for comparison other than with DSLR. It is easy to work with and is extremely sensible. The framing is joy using 4x4  As built quality is not stepping back from the Atiks I saw in our club. Dropping 30-40C is not problem. The first test I managed to make 50C difference The two session that was in use the temperature was set to -20C and the darks looks pretty clean, next time will start using -30C.

[Yoddha]

A new processing done in PixInsight

[davew]

Very nice data from a nice camera it seems.

I prefer the first rendition that gives the hint of blue and red but the latest does give the feeling of loads of dust. Lovely focusing too,

Dave.

[Yoddha]

Thank you Dave!

I'll experiment with PI to see if can make it more red/blue  

[davew]

Thank you Dave!

I'll experiment with PI to see if can make it more red/blue

You do it the way YOU want. It's your image and your hard work

Dave.

[Yoddha]

I still can't decide which colors prefer more

Narrow band imaging gives so much freedom