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Posts Made By: Larry Durst

November 6, 2006 01:56 PM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

Double Cluster

Posted By Larry Durst
Jim,
Your colors really shine through, which seems to be that much more critical in bringing out the beauty of an open cluster (and why I shy away from them!). I'd love more info on your process as you really have a way with stars.

Larry

November 9, 2006 04:04 PM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

M31

Posted By Larry Durst
Jim,
That's a nice shot of a tought subject. I can't help with the filter as I don't use one, but I do have a question: what mount are you using that's giving you 3 minutes unguided?
Thanks, and welcome to the group. I look forward to lots more images!
Larry

November 11, 2006 02:22 AM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

NGC 104 (Tucanae 47 )

Posted By Larry Durst
Louie,
No wonder you like globs--they certainly shine in your hands. That is truly resolved to the core. Any processing hints?
Larry
PS: That ZS110 is mighty tempting!

November 11, 2006 08:54 PM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

M 33 5" Tmb Apo

Posted By Larry Durst
Dietmar,
That image makes for a wonderful introduction, indeed! Welcome, and I look forward to more from that scope and camera.
Larry

November 12, 2006 11:54 PM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

Horse Ascending Mountain in Storm

Posted By Larry Durst
Smooth as silk! Wonderful image.
Larry

November 15, 2006 01:18 PM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

M42 in Ha with Epsilon 160

Posted By Larry Durst
Tyler,
As always, a wonderful shot. You bring out some nuances of the fine nebula that you just don't normally see.
Larry

November 16, 2006 01:53 PM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

IDAS LPS & M42, a quick comparison

Posted By Larry Durst
Ivan,
One of the most helpful posts I've ever read. Thank you. And now I must go and totally reprioritize my next purchase list.
Larry

November 17, 2006 01:46 AM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

NGC 891

Posted By Larry Durst
Nice shot, Tom. You've got me wanting to switch over to galaxies form nebula.
Regards,
Larry

November 17, 2006 01:55 AM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

Camera / Imaging Question

Posted By Larry Durst
Paul,
Welcome. I, too, have a LX90 and have been imaging with it for several years. I started with a Philips Toucam webcam for planets and the moon, and it is very easy to get started with, not to mention about as inexpensive as you can get by with. Lots of free or inexpensive downloadable software such as K3CCDTools and Registax for image acquisition and processing which are very easy to learn. You can also do this kind of photography very well in alt/az mode without having to add a wedge to your telescope. You will also soon learn if imaging is for you versus visual observing (it's quite addictive if the bug bites!). Plus, planet season is upon us, and getting those first images of Saturn and Jupiter to show friends and family is sure to amaze!
For DSO's, the least expensive entry in would either be the Meade or Celestron cameras, or an adapter for an existing digital SLR you might already have. You could still do brighter objecs in alt/az and get some very good results. Again, get a taste if this is for you. Once you realize it is, the expense adds up and researching what to get is half the fun.
Finally, keep asking questions here--the group is never shy about giving answers and advice!
Have fun,
Larry

November 17, 2006 02:01 AM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

Camera / Imaging Question

Posted By Larry Durst
Paul,
Just noticed that Joe Bruessow has posted a Stalight Xpress MX7C one-shot camera in the classifieds for $395. A great camera to start with for DSO (I am very, very happy with my monochrome version). You might want to check it out.
Larry

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