Ooohhhh Yeeaaaahhhh.
That’s some kick’n data right there Sir. Fredrick. That is *the stuff*. If I’m not mistaken, that would be delivering the 1.2 arcsec/pixel sweet spot with the ST8. Stars are certainly tight on the RC’s. You only need to look at the optical spot diagrams to realise this. For our amusement (ermm benefit
), it would be good if you had the time to frame these same objects with your 10” LX200R to see if Meade eats their words regarding their “advanced ritchie chretien” design – ok enough flaming for now.
I think you might get it sharper once you know the BFD (mystical number indeed). The RC optical design is rather tight. Though I don’t know if your upscale data "trickery" processing is what gives that perception of softness. The Paramount ME is looking good to atleast 20min subs. Try 6 x 30 min subs to see how you go there. Should be capable of at least 30min I’d say.
So stop teasing us with just Ha data. Get back to work and finish off the SII and OIII data acquisition.
Processing good RC data is a real treat.
*EDIT* - I just check out your equipment page. Whhhooaa. That is some seriously sexy kit once it comes together. Drool factor 9/10. ME still looks like it dwarfs the 10" OTA. I suspect the carbon truss RC would be slightly larger.
Cheers