M42 Final Render
So, this is the result of my new found friend "Star Tools" & a very small amount of final processing in Affinity Photo...
The data was taken at a very high ISO so, I've had to soften it a bit to remove the harsh grain that was present, this has made things look a little fuzzy & my stars look a little vague & bloated..
This is my first go at DSS through my 8" SCT... I know there is room for massive improvement & once the deluge that is currently happening here in FNQ decides to move on... (that could be a while), I will attempt to capture this again at a much lower ISO...
Things planned for the future when funds allow will be a focal reducer & when I can find some decent plans, a homemade wedge to allow for longer exposure times & much, much lower ISO..
End of the day, I am very happy with the result
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