[Luke.]

So here is my next attempt at imaging a DSO.... well two. I wanted to try something different after a Nebula last time.
There was a couple of hours of clear sky last night so here is the result.

Skywatcher Star Adventurer
Nikon D3000
55mm-300mm lens @ 170mm
ISO 1600
f/5.6
Processed in PS CS6

I got about 23 minutes of data using 30s subs before the clouds rolled in.
I think my alignment and focusing are taking steps in the right direction but obviously still have a long way to go.
Not having live view and my camera not being compatible with an intervalometer is definitely a tough challenge!

I am really happy with this image and I still can't believe that I can capture these DSO's with my plain old camera!