NGC-7000

[PhotoGav]

Here's my attempt at NGC-7000, The North America Nebula:

SW 80ED with FF/R on HEQ5, unguided. Canon 30D - unmodded.

11 x 360s subs

9 x 360s darks

I am about to get hold of a 50D, so hopefully will enjoy an increase in quality. I would like to have the camera modded - can anyone recommend a reliable technician to do this at a reasonable cost? Alternatively, how stupid is it to attempt the mod myself?

Are there any disadvantages to modding the camera (apart from daylight use, which I'm not worried about)?

Thanks,

Gav.

[badgers]

That's pretty darn spectacular for an unguided and unmodded camera. Nice going.

I did my 40D mod myself it's definitely doable if you take your time. I replaced the filter with a Baader one so that I can still use autofocus and use it for regular pictures.

I introduced plenty of dust when I did it which has rendered it pretty poor for regular photography.

Alternatively Astronomiser can do it for you.

Anton

[PhotoGav]

Thanks Anton, though I don't know how brave I am - Astronomiser it might have to be...!

[Mr Bergman]

Nice image!

[andyo]

Very nice shot Gav

[symesie04]

Very nice for a non mod. Well processed.

[idigitize]

360s unguided is impressive. great result!