Gerr Posted March 3, 2023 Share Posted March 3, 2023 The Rosette Nebula in Monoceros (the 'Unicorn' constellation) and open cluster NGC 2244. I have been meaning to revisit this nebula and got my chance last week (I've only been trying for three years)!! Even so, the weather was problematic (as usual) and I lost a few subs (approx. 50%) but still managed 30 lights of 240 secs duration (about 2hrs integration time - rarely do I get more where I live). My weapons were the Zwo ASI294MC Pro, SWED80 Refractor (on my HEQ5 Mount) and pre-emptive use of the Optolong L-eXtreme filter (the Moon was 47% illuminated). This combination along with good luck and some limited calibration frames (no more than 10 Darks, Flats & Dark Flats) allowed me to produce my best image so far!! Processed using DSS and Photoshop CS (with some extra 3rd party plug ins). Hope you like. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carastro Posted March 3, 2023 Share Posted March 3, 2023 That’s very nice. Carole 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smiller Posted March 3, 2023 Share Posted March 3, 2023 Well done! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul M Posted March 3, 2023 Share Posted March 3, 2023 That's a very nice image. Natural and easy on the eye. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerr Posted March 3, 2023 Author Share Posted March 3, 2023 My previous attempt was using the same SWED80 Pro, HEQ5 Mount but a Canon 650D Camera (see image below). Processed in DSS and Photoshop 7. Not sure how many lights I took but I'm glad to say I think I have learned a bit about astrophotography and processing since then!! Being a member on this forum has certainly helped!! Gerr. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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