The first image taken using new setup - M13

[FunkyKoval35]

Hi.

The first image taken using my new setup: William Optics Zenihstar Z73 III + Canon 1100D(full spectrum) + OAG(ASI120MM) + SW SA GTI.

I am suprised how well SW SA GTI can guide - around 0.5" tot error. For comparision, on my previous mount HEQ5 PRO I was able to guide with tot error of 1.0" - 1.2".

Total explosure time is 40 min - 20 x 120s. Bortle 7 sky and no filters used. Flats and darks applied. Converted to b/w. Processed in Siril + PS.

Crop on M13:

 

Edited August 19, 2023 by FunkyKoval35

[rl]

Very nice shot taken with basic kit used properly. Resolved to the core and you got the little galaxy as well.

[FunkyKoval35]

1 hour ago, rl said:

Very nice shot taken with basic kit used properly. Resolved to the core and you got the little galaxy as well.

Thanks. Yes, I am happy that setup, especially SA GTI is working nice Now, time to save money for astro dedicated CCD camera and filters...

[Sunshine]

Nice work! I wish M13 was imaged more often than it seems to be, great first target choice for new equipment.