My first Prime-Focus DSO that's worked !

[2020BC]

I've been able to do prime-focus video for nearly a year now and that's been a real hoot, however I've never had a mount or knowledge enough to do prime-focus DSLR/SLR shots. After many trials and tribs I've finally caught one. If you like you can see a nicer, larger version by clicking here. (http://www.zodiaclight.com/galleria/OrionsSwordZoom.htm)
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[[1ponders]]

Great shot BC. Fantastic feeling isn't it. :D

[2020BC]

Feels good. I didn't realise the work that would be required when I first started out, but it's been a good journey and well worth the effort/expense. Next shot is the Flame Nebula.... :-)

[rogerg]

Nice shot. I'm eagerly awaiting the day I have a DSLR to get such nice colour images in such short exposure time.

Roger.

[JohnG]

Excellent shot, I am using a 350D (unmodified) myself, they make a great astro camera.
JohnG

[Dennis]

Very nice Bill - enjoyed browsing your excellent web site too - great job.

Cheers

Dennis

[atalas]

Very nice BC ,congrats !

[h0ughy]

great capture! wished I could get something like that

[robin]

Very nice.Wish my clouds would clear so i could have a crack at it too!

[Itchy]

Well Done :thumbsup:

But what is your set up? What exposure and processing?

Details, I need details!!!!

Cheers

[2020BC]

Thanks Tony. You can view my setup/equipment here. (http://www.zodiaclight.com/equipment.htm)

The image is a stack of 36 x 30 second subs captured prime-focus in a Meade LXD-75 SN-8" using the Canon 350D Digital Rebel at ASA1600 with Noise Reduction On. Focus was achieved through the camera viewfinder using a Hartmann Mask. Data aligned in MaxDSLR and histogrammed in ImageReady.

[Itchy]

Thanks Bill.

Good to see another SN with a camera strapped on. Can't beat those f4 optics. Love your site too!

Cheers

[tornado33]

Good shot there, great to see another astronomer getting into the wonderful world of astro imaging prime focus (or if you want to be fussy "newtonian focus") :)