NGC3372 - Carina Nebula

[Craig_]

I've picked up this hobby last month post lockdown and got out for a night's imaging last week in Sydney. This was my third outing with the gear but my first with the Optolong l-eNhance filter, which made an impressive difference shooting under Sydney LP skies and with a 70% moon.

Managed to put 90 minutes onto Carina Nebula, my longest integration so far.

The file size for attachments is quite restrictive so larger version here also:https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50081828281_cd2c357ca7_o.jpg

Equipment used

SkyWatcher Esprit 80
SkyWatcher EQ6-R Pro
ZWO ASI533MC Pro
ASI120MM Mini
Orion 50mm Mini guide scope
Optolong L-eNhance filter

30* 180" lights
30* 180" darks
30* bias

[Crater101]

I'm new to this too, and I'd certainly be happy with that result.

[xelasnave]

Welcome Craig.
That is an excellent image you certainly bring a whole new meaning to beginners section..I have been trying for years and can only hope that one day I can do as well.
Fantastic.
Alex

[multiweb]

Beautiful shot. :thumbsup:

[Craig_]

Thanks!



Thanks for that, appreciated, although coming from a conventional photography background I was probably a lot more familiar with Photoshop than many beginner astrophotographers may be. Although I am quickly learning that PS cannot be relied on in isolation for finishing an image - I have trials of several software packages active and am enjoying seeing what works for me.



Thanks! I had processed this image several times actually, getting a remarkably different result each time with each workflow. I think I like this one best :)

[Fernando]

Nice pic!!! Congratulations!

[LostInSp_ce]

Way to make an entrance into the hobby. That's already a frame worthy image. I hope there's a spot on the wall? You should be proud. Excellent work and welcome to the forums! :thumbsup:

[Sunfish]

Great image all round . I would be interested to hear what gain settings you used for that camera.

[Kuz]

Nice work Craig, i think esprit 80 is a top scope , thing is built like a tank . I still get surprised at some of the targets I have taken with a 80mm scope . :thumbsup:

[Craig_]

Thanks!



Thank you. Not sure there is wall space actually, I've got lots of prints up already from landscapes. Might have to make some room :) Very curious to see how images from this camera print up actually.



Thanks. It was unity gain, although at this point I have no idea if that was the right decision or not..



Thanks. The Esprit 80 has certainly been good so far, although the 120 is on my list!