Well it has been a steep learning curve, almost 12 months now since I 1st picked up a telescope and now progressed from DSLR onto CCD imaging.
Looks like I am eventually getting to grips with the QHY9 / LRGB filter combos and new software MaximDL. Such a steep learning curve.
So here is my 1st ever LRGB my favourite Messier object M51 Whirlpool Galaxy.
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Only about 2 hours worth in 5 min subs of LRGB channels binned x2. Taken with the QHY9 mono and LRGB filter wheel with no other filters in place.
Taken with the Skywatcher ED120 Diamond F7.5 900mm refractor and guided via a ED80 Pro with QHY5 and PHD.
Processed in MaximDL and CS3
Only some poor flats were added, no darks or bias at the moment, still learning to get and process flats sorted properly yet.
Overall, I am very impressed, definately my best image of M51 i have ever done on a less than perfect 1/2 moon misty night and in about 1/3rd of the time ?
Needs more time to smooth it out = more subs
So be gentle with me ? What you think ?
