Here is a peek at my first DSLR image. I had not intended to use the 350D for Astro-imaging, but I have finally given up on the Meade DSIc. Is it a faulty unit? is there an issue with my laptop? Who knows, don't care.
Image details are:
Eta Carina, thru ED80 with Canon 350D and EQ6 guided with a toUcam and easy guider.
Exposure 3x5min. Way too little data for a decent image, and stretched excessively, but no colour adjustment.
The foreground nebulosity reminds me of some splashed milk on a red carpet.
Watching a DVD by Ken Duncan suggested placing the object of interest about 1/3 in; I don't think it is such a good idea with Astro-images
Thanks for looking,
Doug