M81 Bode's galaxy

[rodrigol]

Latest M81 from 02/03/2020. 60 x 60s lights and calibrated using my dark and flat library for ASI294MC Pro. Scope is C11 EdgeHD+0.7 FR+OAG w/QHY5L-IIM. Processed with PI. 

 

 

Bortle 4 skies but windy. Had to drop a lot of frames due to errors in tracking but did manage a personal record for a single object. It's not perfect but I'm pleased. 

 

R. 

[Kev M]

Very well done...much better than anything I have 

[rodrigol]

I note that M81 is a popular target now and I'm quite impressed with what I see. My 2 previous efforts were mediocre due to lack of exposure and experience. Mastering guiding, focusing and camera settings are quite a challenge. To top these with processing is quite another. I love this hobby, but must admit that the weather lately has also been quite a challenge too. 

[Mick H]

Lovely pic rodrigol.

Well done.