That is a lot better than my attempt with a very similar scope (see below).
http://www.iceinspace.com.au/forum/s...d.php?t=168739
I have been waiting for someone who captured Mars with the same or similar setup to me so I can compare and see if I am doing anything wrong. I felt that I had trouble focusing as mine looks really blurry.
- Did you let your scope cool down to the outside temp before imaging?
- Did you use any dew straps or shield?
I noticed you are in Sydney so maybe the atmospheric conditions were different from Melbourne.
Thanks!