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Posts Made By: Jim Thommes

June 23, 2010 12:48 AM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

Messier 10

Posted By Jim Thommes

Thanks for the comments folks.

June 27, 2010 01:14 AM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

First light 3nm H-alpha M16

Posted By Jim Thommes

Wow, looks real good to me Charlie. I suppose the expectation is better contrast with the 3 nm over the 6 nm. I know I am asking a subjective question here, but how much do you think it is improved?


June 29, 2010 03:11 AM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

Comet McNaught crossing NGC891

Posted By Jim Thommes

Tristan,
That is a really cool image - I like the technique you used. The video of the subs is a super idea - I liked that a lot.


June 29, 2010 03:21 AM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

The Eagle - M16

Posted By Jim Thommes

Thanks for the comments folks - they are much appreciated.

July 15, 2010 03:52 AM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

TEC 140 imaging setup

Posted By Jim Thommes

Scope and mount looks great Floyd - I am green with envy.

BTW, I have a similar opportunity for the ankle weight - I just hadn't thought of it. Its a simple idea, but it seems like it could be effective.

July 15, 2010 03:54 AM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

2nd image TEC 140

Posted By Jim Thommes

Floyd,
Nice 1st and 2nd images - the both look real nice. They realy prove out the setup.

July 18, 2010 06:28 PM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

M20 - Trifid 2010

Posted By Jim Thommes

Charlie,
Color looks real good. Nicely done.

July 25, 2010 11:43 PM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

M98 puzzle

Posted By Jim Thommes

Oh, I really don't know. But my guess is a dust mote based on gut feel.


July 25, 2010 11:47 PM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

M13 - A little deeper

Posted By Jim Thommes

That's pretty cool Jim. Its hard to go deep on these things without losing something of the core.

July 25, 2010 11:51 PM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

M 20 wide

Posted By Jim Thommes

Maciej,
Pretty nice image with great color. The wide field helps to not show any tracking errors - I can't see any issues. Nice job coping with the wind.