Helix

[Imme]

Hi Guys,

So this is my second serious crack at an astro pic.

It is by no means as good as the vast majority of pictures people are posting but for a beginner I don't think it's too bad......I've still got a long way to go though!
I've got to get some more time on processing and learning the ropes....I think this will make a difference in my final product.

Taken on a Skywatcher 750/150, HEQ5pro and 550D.
91 x 60 second subs (there was 120 subs but my guiding was shocking last night....need to sort that out too!)

[graham.hobart]

That's a nice start John!:thumbsup:

[Imme]

Cheers Graham.

I had a play with Startools last night and it sure is a great program....made this shot look a lot better! I'll buy a license over the weekend I think, well worth the $65

[speach]

This as nothing to do with the picture, but why is it called the Helix?

[billdan]

Hi Jon, very nice image for a 90 min capture, you can always add more data to it over time and get more of the outer shells.

Simon - its called the Helix due to its spiral structure, imagine standing on top of a spiral staircase looking down. That's how we see the Helix from earth.