The bottom of the lunar imaging learning curve

[Helen]

I haven't really done any lunar work, but decided to give it a try last night, using the Megrez 90 on the EQ6 and a Toucam webcam. Each shot was 1min AVI, stacked and processed (using single point alignment and 85% quality) in Regi4. I've done some reading since which suggests these are not optimal parameters!

I'm looking to learn, so all comments welcomed - particularly any recommendations for an easy to use mosaic programme.

Many thanks

Helen

[johnh]

Great work Helen and you have got all the bits for a mozzy, we use iMerge.....

iMerge

With quality level and Regx5 I put it down to 50% then it picks all the frames then I move the slider from right to the better quality left until the quality is acceptable then limit to this - sometimes it may be top 30% other times top 10% as each capture is unique - this way you can be the judge.

John.

[Starflyer]

Great start Helen, focus is pin sharp with loads of detail visible.

Try Microsoft ICE for mosaics, it's free and fairly automatic. I couldn't resist having a go, hope you don't mind

I selected the background and darkened it, flipped the image, increased the contrast slightly with curves and upped the saturation a touch, no sharpening done - or needed.

[Edit] Here's the full version for you Helen

Ian

[Helen]

Way to go!! Thanks guys.

I've got the spare bit somewhere I'm sure. I'll find it, stack it and post it.

Helen

[Helen]

Here's the missing bit...

[skye at night]

If you are at the bottom of the ladder then I am yet to find it!!!

I always struggle with the moon..

Maybe I should treat it as more of a friend than an enemy....

Nice work ..

Steve

[Helen]

Thanks Steve!

It was rather a case of learning to see it as a target rather than as light pollution!!

Helen

[Taff]

Hi Helen' They are great pictures, nice details.Mark

[jgs001]

Nicely done Helen, they've come out very nicely