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M101

Posted by Paul Hardwick on
M101 The Pin Wheel Galaxy. A classic spiral galaxy in Ursa Major (Big Dipper).
M101 The Pin Wheel Galaxy. A classic spiral galaxy in Ursa Major (Big Dipper). This is the result of 2hrs of images. It really needs several nights to improve the signal to noise and better conditions but I am pleased with it. Its surprising what can be done with a small scope.

This is the result of 2hrs of images. It really needs several nights to improve the signal to noise and better conditions but I am pleased with it. Its surprising what can be done with a small scope (Bresser 150mm F5, Skywatcher coma corrector and 550D @ISO800 on HEQ5)

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