Here is an M8 pic I did recently. This is a high dynamic range object, so I worked the processing to preserve the core while bringing out the lower signal level of the wider reaches of the nebula. The ST8300M and Mak-Newt 152 mm scope continue to be effective for me. Image and exposure / processing notes are at:
http://www.jthommes.com/Astro/Lagoon.htm
You can follow the indicated links for full resolution and H-Alpha only images
Scope: Explore Scientific 152 mm Mak-Newt
Camera: ST8300M (Astronomik HaRGB filters) (yes, I am still using 1-1/4" filters)
Mount: G11/Gemini
Guiding: Megrez 80 mm refractor at 555 mm FL, DSI Pro, PhD Guiding
http://www.jthommes.com/Astro/Lagoon.htm
You can follow the indicated links for full resolution and H-Alpha only images
Scope: Explore Scientific 152 mm Mak-Newt
Camera: ST8300M (Astronomik HaRGB filters) (yes, I am still using 1-1/4" filters)
Mount: G11/Gemini
Guiding: Megrez 80 mm refractor at 555 mm FL, DSI Pro, PhD Guiding
Jim Thommes
Mak-Newt 152 mm
C8
Megrez II APO
Zenithstar 66 mm APO
G11/Gemini
ST8300M
Artemis285 Camera
Canon 350D DSLR
http://jthommes.com/Astro/
