Eta - a reprocess using StarTools

[rcheshire]

This is the uncropped version of an image taken in May this year. I posted a cropped version previously, but like this more.

Processed in StarTools. It is always a challenge coming to grips with new software, but I have to say that this was a good way to learn StarTools.

Cooled Canon 1000D (7C, couple of degrees above dew point), Tak EM200-B, 210 second lights at iso400, because of light pollution. Calibration frames - yes. All frames dithered ~10 - 15+ pixels.

Slightly higher res... http://www.astrobin.com/23830/

Tips, suggestions... hate it to bits?

[multiweb]

That looks terrific. Well done. :thumbsup:

[Poita]

...it goes on forever—and—oh my God—it's full of stars!

[Larryp]

:thumbsup:Beautiful image, Rowland!

[stardust steve]

Absolutely love it to bits:thumbsup:

[rcheshire]

Well, thanks guys. Much appreciated. Perhaps too many stars... but working on it still.

[Osirisra]

Sweeeeet. Very nice work!

[Sebbie]

That's why they call it 'The Milky Way' ;) Great shot!

[Forgey]

beautiful Rowland, lovely colours.

[rolls05]

To many stars? I should be so lucky.Nothing wrong with impressing us with the majesty of the cosmos.,MORE STARS THE BETTER,I say.:thumbsup:

[rcheshire]

Thanks again everyone. I like the stars too, but I don't like diffraction spikes - working on that one?