M 64 DSLR image.

[tilbrook@rbe.ne]

Hi,
Still playing around with my new setup, and waiting for some cool nights and better seeing.
Couldn't wait so I imaged M64, the heat was problem, even at 4.30 am. I took a total of 24 images before sunrise, only 14 were ok.
Equipement.
Telescope 8" f/4.
Mount HEQ 5 pro mount,
Camera Canon 1100D unmodded.
14 X 120 sec subs, unguided. Still waiting for my auto guider!!!!:mad2:
11 dark frames.
11 bias frames.
One flat frame.
Stacked in DSS, processed in Photoshop.
Iv'e cropped the image as much as I dare, it was pretty small on the original frames.
Cheers,
Justin.

[Lester]

That has come out prity good Justin, showing detail within the galaxy. You will have it made when the auto guider arrives. All the best.

[astronobob]

A mighty fine result Justin, showing some good ringing arms within. I Like It !
How do you find the 1100D, does it do sequence exposures via the lappy and the EOS facility ?

[tilbrook@rbe.ne]

Hi, Bob.

I like the 1100D, easy to use and priced well.
A good camera for me to start with.

The EOS utility is great, again easy to use. I operate the camera from my observatory hut via usb. It allows to me keep out of the observatory to reduce heat currents in the scope.

Thanks,

Justin.

[tilbrook@rbe.ne]

Hi, Lester.

Forgot to say thanks fo your comments.
Always good to have your input.

Cheers,
Justin.

[astronobob]

Thanks for the confirmation Justin, just someone I know is looking to get one and I can now assure him the 1100D & eos is G O ! Thanks
An Observatory Hut, sounds cool !

[Ross G]

A smooth photo Justin, with some nice detail.

Good capture.

Ross.