First attempt at M44

[Hughsie]

Always enjoyed seeing the Beehive Cluster through binoculars so wanted to try and capture an image of M44. Taken on 24 February 2019, this was the second night in a row I was out imaging, a bit of a rare event.

Image comprised of 40 light frames, ISO 800, exposure time 100s. Dithering used through PHD2. 15 flats and dark bias frames all stacked through DSS. Image captured with a William Optics Z61, flattener and Canon T3i Rebel. I am pleased with the guiding and roundness of the stars but disappointed not to have any colour in them.

Processing is still a dark art for me so please feel free to provide feedback. Thanks for checking in.

John