Just one more M51

[CCD Imager]

Still processing images from the excellent spell of good weather a couple of weeks ago. The nights of the 22nd to 24th April gave the best seeing of the week, so was pleased to image a nicely detailed galaxy.

Around 9 hours of data, 6 hours luminance, no Ha

Taken with an ASI183MM and SW Esprit 150

Adrian

Edited May 3, 2020 by CCD Imager
Wrong camera stated

[red dwalf]

some of the best detail i have seen in M51 for a long time, you must be very pleased with the results

[geeklee]

Absolutely stunning @CCD Imager Thanks for sharing.

Edited May 3, 2020 by geeklee

[George 47]

Superbly detailed image. Must have been excellent seeing.

[MarkAR]

Superb image, definitely one of the very best  M51's.

[CCD Imager]

Thanks for the kind comments. The seeing last week was exceptional, I typically find the best seeing in Autumn months on those dewy nights after midnight. It did cross my mind whether the recent reduction in air pollution may be playing a part, but its seems a bit fancyfull!

Adrian