M8 Lagoon Nebula OSC NB Bi Color

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Startrek
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M8 Lagoon Nebula OSC NB Bi Color

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M8 Lagoon Nebula using Compose and SHO Matrix versions
XWO 2600MC camera
Optolong L Extreme filter
3 minute subs ( 4 hours of data )
8” f5 GSO newt
EQ6-R pro mount
70% Waning Moon Bortle 3/4 Skies

Thanks for looking
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Stefan B
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Re: M8 Lagoon Nebula OSC NB Bi Color

Post by Stefan B »

That's just awesome! All three renditions. I could name the aspects I like, but it's pretty much the whole package ;) :thumbsup:
Startrek
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Re: M8 Lagoon Nebula OSC NB Bi Color

Post by Startrek »

Thanks Stefan B,
I had some really good data which does help
Like most of us with OSC cameras trying to get into a bit of narrowband, I struggled for a while until I worked out how to us Compose and then Color with those matrix presets etc..
The key is you need a significant amount of data due to the weaker band signals in a OSC caused by the Bayer Matrix
With any attempt at OSC narrowband on emission nebula I will now capture at least 4 hours as a minimum
Thanks again for your generous comments
Cheers
Stefan B
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Re: M8 Lagoon Nebula OSC NB Bi Color

Post by Stefan B »

Hi Martin,

yes, I agree, a lot of data helps. Good data helps even more. Had to learn that...throwing away bad subs, even if it's some hours, often helps the result!

Again: great images!

Clear skies
Stefan
Mike in Rancho
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Re: M8 Lagoon Nebula OSC NB Bi Color

Post by Mike in Rancho »

Those are beautiful. SHO matrix on a duoband though? I'd have to think about what that is doing. Or maybe get out a yellow pad so as to not confuse myself lol.

Despite the inefficiencies, I'm actually thinking about getting an S2 filter to play with and combine with my L'eNhance. For the right targets, anyway.
Startrek
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Re: M8 Lagoon Nebula OSC NB Bi Color

Post by Startrek »

Thanks Mike,
The 2 nights of capture were excellent, guiding was very tight and stable.So good data allows Startools to weave its magic
I have read about a few guys using Sii filters to combine with their L Enhance and L Extreme data with mixed results. Worth a try though on certain objects
Thanks again for commenting
Clear Skies
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