M51 Whirlpool Galaxy, very few subs

[crimpshrine 58]

Again another image that I had high hopes for. I think I rattled off under 15 subs before clouds took over

So frustrating as I think with a good number of subs I would have got a nice image. There is always next time I guess!

[sologuitarist61 1,583]

That has come out extremely well. I would be over the moon if I could get something that good!

[Spoon 186]

I'll second that ^^^^

What kit and exposure times?

[crimpshrine 58]

Thanks, this was taken with a 700d, SW200pds, NEQ6pro. I think these were ISO1600 at around 20 second subs.

I was surprised to get anything with so little data. It is quite amazing what is hiding away in a file sometimes. I look forward to getting some more time with this subject in the future.

[Pete Presland 11,254]

excellent, expecially considering the length of the subs! the galaxy looks pretty good, but the stars do look a little elongated. was this an un-guided sub?

[crimpshrine 58]

Yes this was unguided, it was also before I received my Coma Corrector and Cheshire so the scope was not really set up properly! I did not have the galaxy centered so it was a crop towards the corner which does not help.

[starman1969 333]

That is a cracker. I wish I had one nearly as good.

[MikeMc 46]

Very nice, that's my next target :-)

[Sandancer10 200]

Another lovely picture from you. I think you will have to give us some of your tips on imaging. Well done