The Double Cluster - Perseus

[steppenwolf]

Just before I went off to the New Forest for a week or so, I captured some data for the Double Cluster but didn't get a chance to process it before I left. I struggle with these objects, much preferring nebulae but this time I did get some good colour and reasonably distinct stars towards the cores of the two clusters. 7 subs of 40 seconds each with my SXVF-M25c and Skywatcher 8" Reflector.

[Deneb]

Fabulous image there Steve, with clarity.

[barkis]

Yes, you needn't fret any Steve, you have produced a lovely DC.

Again, an image that really shows the beauty of this superb object Very nice indeed sir.

Ron.

[moocher]

Gotta love the colours!!!!

Alan:)

[daz]

That's a nice rendition Steve! Nice colours on those red stars too

[lunator]

Steve

Very nice pic

Cheers

Ian

[trevboyd]

Very nice, Steve Love the colours and nicely-resolved stars.

Trev

[jarbi]

Lovaly image Steve, it makes me remember the view of the double cluster from Provence, unforgettable. It shows the magic of this object :-).

[Craig H]

Indeed, a very lovely Image Steve ... and thanks because you have just definately without a doubt confirmed that this is what I saw the other night.

Those orange stars stand out a treat and this Image shows them wonderfully.....good work..

regards craig

[steppenwolf]

Thanks for your comments folks! This is a beautiful object in the eyepiece but such a struggle to capture that beauty by camera! I am pleased to have given you confirmation, Craig.

[Taff]

Great picture Steve' countless star there.Mark

[johnh]

Always a pleasing cluster. John.

[RobH]

Fine work Steve

Colours are lovely and it has a vibrancy about it.

I know exactly what you mean about struggling with objects such as this. Nebulae are easy compared to capturing the real feel of a star cluster.

I've yet to have a crack at the DC....I keep putting it off

Cheers

Rob