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Orion and Co Trial
After an extended time away from the gear, the clear skies in my neck of the woods inspired me to get out the iOptron Skytracker and have a play. I was able to achieve approximately 90 sec subs with relatively decent polar alignment using a Canon 7D and 50mm f/1.8 Mark 1. Obviously the core of Orion is blown out however I was pleasantly surprised to see the Flame Nebula and if you squint your eyes and tilt your head the right way a very vague (but tiny) Horsehead is there too.
Settings were Approx 90 sec subs, f/4.5 varied the ISO between 1600-3200. 15 lights, 5 darks, 5 bias no flats. Edited in LR and cropped.
I have ordered an intervalometer to better control my sub times. Next experiment will be with the 15-85mm at varying focal lengths.
Cheers
Jason
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