We have had a few clear nights
Jan 11, 2019 23:38:49 #
Of the three images - Orion was taken with the Atik383L OSC - I am not a fan of this camera but decided to give it a whirl, again. I mounted it on the AT65EDQ ...a sweet refractor. I took 100, 3 minute images plus supporting files and processed in PixInsight.
The other two images were all taken with the SV70T refractor plus .8 reducer using Ha 6nm, OIII 6nm, and SII 6nm filters.
The Jellyfish Nebula was 15 hours of narrowband 5 hours of each....plus supporting files.
One thing I am curious about are the diffraction spikes in the M42 Orion/Horsehead image. I am use to these when using a NEWT but not a refractor - esp a wide wide field. Not sure how this is happening unless the Atik is have a problem with light bouncing down the tube.
All images were processing in PixInsight.
The other two images were all taken with the SV70T refractor plus .8 reducer using Ha 6nm, OIII 6nm, and SII 6nm filters.
The Jellyfish Nebula was 15 hours of narrowband 5 hours of each....plus supporting files.
One thing I am curious about are the diffraction spikes in the M42 Orion/Horsehead image. I am use to these when using a NEWT but not a refractor - esp a wide wide field. Not sure how this is happening unless the Atik is have a problem with light bouncing down the tube.
All images were processing in PixInsight.
Jan 12, 2019 06:53:23 #
... have no idea what you're talking about but, these are fantastic images- LOVE THEM!
Jan 12, 2019 08:51:09 #
nikonshooter wrote:
Of the three images - Orion was taken with the Ati... (show quote)
Maybe a faint smudge on objective lens, as the spikes are at different angles on different stars.
Jan 12, 2019 09:02:20 #
alberio wrote:
Maybe a faint smudge on objective lens, as the spikes are at different angles on different stars.
Bloody brilliant - seriously - I just looked and there is a serious smudge. Not too sure how I will clean it but appreciate your help! I clean my camera DSLR sensors but that is, for the most part, dust. This smudge will take a little research and will probably end up with my breath and magic fiber cloth
Jan 12, 2019 09:24:42 #
Jan 12, 2019 11:31:51 #
nikonshooter wrote:
Of the three images - Orion was taken with the Ati... (show quote)
Fantastic images!!!
I don't ever see clear skies this time of year.
Jan 12, 2019 15:27:08 #
This is the Devils Head, NGC7822. Not a lot of detail.....but I ran out of imaging time. 50, 3 minute exposures of Ha, 30, 3 minute OIII, and 30, 3 minute SII. When I get another clear sky night I will add another 40 of each as there is a lot of missing detail.
Jan 12, 2019 15:32:06 #
nikonshooter wrote:
Bloody brilliant - seriously - I just looked and there is a serious smudge. Not too sure how I will clean it but appreciate your help! I clean my camera DSLR sensors but that is, for the most part, dust. This smudge will take a little research and will probably end up with my breath and magic fiber cloth
I have had luck cleaning lenses that way, but I never touch mirrors. I would have never noticed the spikes because the image is so good.
Jan 13, 2019 10:30:04 #
Stunning images Ed, I've not seen an image like this with a refractor before but, I'm glad you were able to catch some more imaging time. I got a hold of Ron and Jared and the focuser is hooked up , now awaiting a telescope control cable set . The one I was using finally gave out on me or at least that's what Me thinks. I had 4 nights of freezing trying to connect it and finally gave in.
Jan 13, 2019 10:38:51 #
stepping beyond wrote:
Stunning images Ed, I'm glad you were able to catch some more imaging time. I got a hold of Ron and Jared and the focuser is hooked up , now awaiting a telescope control cable set . The one I was using finally gave out on me or at least that's what Me thinks. I had 4 nights of freezing trying to connect it and finally gave in.
That is good news - hope the cable puts an end to lost clear sky nights. I have been imaging with two systems at a time on different targets and have (knock on wood) not had any serious malfunctions. Those are inevitable and part of the hobby....but so far so good.
I did have both of my Atlas Pro mounts hypertuned by DEEPSPACEPRODUCTS..... and can't say that I see that big of a difference but it may be that I would be fumbling around with guiding problems had I not had that done.
I got the AVX mount out last week with the SCT 8 inch to see if it was still working and low and behold - even that worked ok ...so those two nights I had three kits imaging. Sorta had a one man star party.
Jan 13, 2019 10:47:29 #
Yes , I would say you were "rockin and rollin" through the Cosmos Buddy. I just need to get this equipment and software in tune and I'll be Rockin the cold nights also
Jan 14, 2019 04:53:39 #
Ed Greding
Loc: Texas
Your images are stunning, especially when compared to what I can see through the eyepiece of my CGE 14".
I've always been a looker and to some extent make pencil sketches. 'Amateur astronomer since 1951, too old to face the steep learning curve of astrophotography today. Still, thanks to others for the dedication that produces such beautiful work.
I've always been a looker and to some extent make pencil sketches. 'Amateur astronomer since 1951, too old to face the steep learning curve of astrophotography today. Still, thanks to others for the dedication that produces such beautiful work.
Jan 14, 2019 08:02:48 #
Ed Greding wrote:
Your images are stunning, especially when compared to what I can see through the eyepiece of my CGE 14".
I've always been a looker and to some extent make pencil sketches. 'Amateur astronomer since 1951, too old to face the steep learning curve of astrophotography today. Still, thanks to others for the dedication that produces such beautiful work.
I've always been a looker and to some extent make pencil sketches. 'Amateur astronomer since 1951, too old to face the steep learning curve of astrophotography today. Still, thanks to others for the dedication that produces such beautiful work.
Thank you Ed for the kind words......not too sure I can BUY "too old to face the learning curve" - I begin this hobby 5 years ago at age 68.....and at that time I didn't know which end of the telescope to look through! Since you are looking through the telescope...you might as well find an adapter for your telescope and connect whatever camera you now own. My guess you will be off and running!
Jan 14, 2019 10:34:45 #
Jan 14, 2019 14:59:37 #
Europa wrote:
Looks like you have nailed the NB process.
I thank Pixel Math and the advice/criticism/suggestions of so many PixInsight users for any progress I may have made! I have all but eliminated PS.
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