Hi All,
IMHO which carries very little weight, colours would depend on what my aim is.
I would dare to say that 90% of the beautiful images published from Hubble are enhanced with false colours. and that is usually stated.
If my aim is to bring out subtle detail in nebular images then the use of false colours would IMO enhance the image.
On the other hand, if my aim is to produce a wide field image of Eta Carinae then getting the colour about right would be my aim.
I like seeing images with lots of detail. To me "true" colour is secondary.
But then I'm not a scientist and I don't do astronomy for its scientific value.
I just like to do it my way, get better at it at my own pace and get the most out of the gear that I have.
It will be a long time before my abilities exceed the abilities of my gear. when it does, if ever, then I may or may not upgrade. It will depend on my finances. I can say one thing for sure however. A $6000 camera will never be on my shopping list. It certainly cannot produce images as good as Hubble and I can't afford a one of those either
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When I find myself being influenced by what someone else thinks is acceptable or not in this hobby then it will be time for me to give it away.
Cheers
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Luke.