My first attempt at Mars

[IDM]

Not in the same league as others have posted but this is my first attempt to capture  Mars. Equipment was Stella Lyra 8 inch CC with Zwo ASI224MC camera. I use Sharpcap software and have only just realised that their is a high speed USB option allowing me to go from 60-70FPS to over 200 (I know I should have realised!). I regard myself as a total beginner with planets but feel that things are starting to slot into place with regard to ROI and frame rates. Though I think I am still struggling with getting good focus. I find that focusing the CC is so soft compared to my refractors making planetary so difficult.

Thanks for looking 

Ian

[U Cyg]

Very nice for your first image!

[geoflewis]

A very nice first Mars