First try at M42

I shot this tonight at the prime focus of a NS9.25XLT. I don't have a wedge so I know it will be next to impossible to ge good images. I used a Digital Rebel at ISO 800 for 30 seconds. I lightened the shot up a bit in MS Photo Editor and resized it. I thought you might be tired of the usual great stuff on this forum so I was compelled to post this!

Clear Skies

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Great first shot, Steve.

From this example, I'd say you'll be moving into the "usual great stuff" category rather quickly. Keep up the good work!

Steve,

There is a lot more detail in your image than you might expect. Here is your image processed with ImagesPlus digital development. Try stacking multiple 30 second images. You will be amazed at the results.

Lee

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