Messier 45: Image from Oct 6th/2013

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An image of Messier 45 from October 6, 2013, was shared, showcasing the potential for improved detail with longer exposure times. The equipment used included an Astro-tech 6" Newtonian telescope, a Canon 550D camera, and an HEQ-5 mount, with a single raw image processed in Paint Shop Pro. Participants discussed the benefits of longer exposures, suggesting that around an hour would significantly enhance the image quality. There was also mention of using an SSAG auto-guider camera and the possibility of stacking multiple shorter exposures to achieve better results. Overall, the conversation highlighted techniques for improving astrophotography outcomes.
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Here's an image of Messier 45 from Oct 6th/2013.
 

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very nice ^...equipment?
 
Nice! A little more exposure time should really bring out that dust.
 
Thank you...yes I forgot that. Astro-tech 6" newt, Canon 550d, tracked on a HEQ-5, used backyardEOS on laptop for cam control, 100 secs, ISO 1600, single raw image, processed in paint shop pro.
 
thanks Drak!
 
spark802 said:
Thank you...yes I forgot that. Astro-tech 6" newt, Canon 550d, tracked on a HEQ-5, used backyardEOS on laptop for cam control, 100 secs, ISO 1600, single raw image, processed in paint shop pro.

Oh wow. Yeah, you've only got about a minute and a half of exposure time. Get a good hour or so and you'll be amazed at the difference.
 
I have an SSAG auto-guider cam I bought used. I'm just waiting to buy the right smaller guide scope for it.

Then I can go to town :)
 
spark802 said:
I have an SSAG auto-guider cam I bought used. I'm just waiting to buy the right smaller guide scope for it.

Then I can go to town :)

You don't need to autoguide, though it makes things easier. You can take multiple short exposures and stack them together.
 
Yes I understand that , but I have had trouble with dss , I actually shot five of these at 50 or 60 seconds. Then a coupleat a 100 secs.I may buy aip4win this winter
 

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