M42 - Tried to tame the core

[astro_davido]

I always consider the Orion Nebula to be one of the most difficult targets to process and struggle every time but I spent a lot of time on careful stretches to not blow out the core too much on this. I’m not terribly happy with how the stars turned out but overall I’m pleased with it. I’ll be ready to try again next year!

 

- R: 300 x 30” (2h 30m)
- G: 184 x 30” (1h 32m)
- B: 242 x 30” (2h 1m)
- 6h 3m Total Exposure Time
- Astro-Tech AT72EDII
- Celestron AVX
- ZWO ASI2600MM Pro
- ZWO 30mm guide scope
- ZWO ASI224MC guide camera
- ZWO AsiAir Plus
- Antlia V-Series Pro RGB filters

Bortle 7 skies

[saac]

I think you have done exceptionally well that is a lovely image. 

Jim 

[astro_davido]

31 minutes ago, saac said:

I think you have done exceptionally well that is a lovely image. 

Jim 

Thanks very much! Clear skies!