No more messing about..... I feel like a semi pro!

[Obi Wan Ken00bi]

Hi SGL!

After years of struggling with a 8 inch newton on a CG5 mount (which doesnt at all work for astrophotography) and an unmodded DLSR, I finally decided enough is enough and I took the plunge to get myself a brand new EQ6-R Pro, a new Baader coma corrector and a new QHY8L osc ccd. Last night, even though it wasn't pitch dark in Denmark at any point, I managed to get my first proper shot and view of the American Nebula and Pelican Nebula. Man that thing is huge! Didn't even fit in my fov  Inspired by AstroBackyard (the Youtuber) I shot this from my terrace on the edge of a large city using a CLS filter.

So what do you think? Some advice on colour balance would be appreciated!

Edge of American Nebula, 16 x 5 min subs with 15x darks, flats and bias frames:

 

Pelican Nebula, 10 x 5 min subs with 15x darks, flats and bias frames: 

 

Cheers!

 

Jonathan

[PaulB]

You are well on your way now.

This is an excellent start. Or I should say beginning.

Regarding color etc. Trevor  (Astrobackyard) has some excellent tutorials. 

 

[Obi Wan Ken00bi]

Thanks Paul! I’ll check out his videos on that as well. Indeed, I am 100% hooked now  

[PaulB]

It's great when things come together.

[swag72]

I'm thrilled that its all working well for you ????????

[sloz1664]

Great start with your new kit. This will certainly inspire you

Steve