Steve, that’s a good suggestion, but I guess not to my taste personally. Hopefully in the coming weeks I can get some more experience with the f/4 and learn to collimate it more effectively.
Warren, thank you. I think my favourite will be somewhere between the two versions. I suppose colour saturation is to each person’s taste, and mine probably leans on the lesser side. I’m glad you like both versions though. Thanks.
Martin, again, I appreciate the kind comments. They encourage me to continue learning. So many experienced imagers here to learn from. True though, I doubt a refractor will be purchased any time soon. I’d much rather put the funds toward a zwo asi2600mm, filter wheel, and some filters.
Dave, thank you so much. I personally love these large diffraction spikes and hope they don’t go anywhere anytime soon. I’m more annoyed with the star flares. I’ve just ordered a primary mirror mask from
here. I’m looking forward to seeing if it makes any difference.