My first M42 through a telescope

[hjw]

Hi,

I know it's just another Orion picture but it is the first through my equipment and it took a lot of effort: Setting the alarm for 2 a.m., start imaging, setting the alarm for 5 a.m. shut down - repeat the next night...

We had precious little clear skies over the last few month and I will be away for 2 months and I really didn't want to miss my chance. Should I be lucky and get more opportunities I am also keen on the horsehead/flame nebulae.

3x300sec ISO1600 + 30x180sec ISO800

Thanks for looking and clear skies!

HJ

[Knighty2112]

Can't go wrong with M42. Very nice image. Just wish we could see those glorious colours with our own eyes!

[hjw]

Thanks Knighty2112. I think Orion is so popular for a reason !

[laudropb]

Very nice image especially for your first attempt thanks for posting.

[xtreemchaos]

great shot HJ, orion my fav neb i never get fedup of seeing new images or looking at it through the scope.well done thanks for sharing charl.

[hjw]

Thank you gentlemen, your comments are much appreciated. When I started with just a camera, I would do several targets a night... Now I do one target over several nights. I am happy about every result which I consider worth showing .

Clear skies!

HJ

[MarsG76]

your patience and persistence really paid off, great image... nice colors.