Russell's Astrophotography
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2 Astro rigs 1 night - "Cheating" a Comet image & the Monkey Head and Jellyfish Nebula
Hi everyone,
In this video I set up two rigs and capture C/2022 E3 ZTF using the Askar 80PHQ and the ZWO Asi 2600mm Pro. I also, imaged the Jellyfish and Monkey Head Nebula with the William Optics Redcat 51 and Two 2600mm Pro.
My imaging sessions did not go to plan and I was interrupted by cloud, so I had to "fake" my C/2022 E3 ZTF image by collecting RGB data for the comet and star cluster the following night. Let me know your thoughts in the comments below.
Check out Olly’s image here: www.astrobin.com/fnwqvl/B/
Here’s the link to the excellent Deep Sky Dad redcat EAF adapter: www.firstlightoptics.com/deep-sky-dad/deep-sky-dad-eaf-mount-for-william-optics-redcat-51.html
Image Details:
IMAGE 1: C/2022 E3 ZTF
• Askar 80PHQ
• ZWO Asi 2600mm pro
• Baader LRGB filters
• HEQ5 Pro
• Asiair pro
• 50mm WO guide scope
• 290mm guide camera
• Skyshed pod observatory
(LRGB data collected over two nights)
IMAGE 2: Jellyfish and Monkey Head Nebula:
• William Optics RedCat 51
• ZWO Asi 2600mm pro
• Antlia 3nm SHO filters
• HEQ5 Pro
• Asiair
• f4 mini guide scope
• 120mm guide camera
Data:
Ha - 5 x 600s (Gain - 100, Cooled to-10)
Oiii - 11 x 600s (Gain - 100, Cooled to-10)
Sii - 10 x 600s (Gain - 100, Cooled to-10)
Stacked and edited in Pixinsight
Did you know I also have a wedding photography business? If you're looking for a wedding photographer in the UK, please check out my website: www.russelldiscombe.com
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Photographing the Monkey Head Nebula with the Askar 80PHQ and ASI 2600mm Pro
มุมมอง 3.3Kปีที่แล้ว
Hi everyone, In this video I photograph the Monkey Head nebula with the Oskar PHQ80 and the Asi2600mm pro camera. I captured approx. 15 hours on this target and I'm pretty happy with the results. Please let me know your thoughts below. If you haven't already tried the BlurXterminator plugin, I would highly recommend it. The link is below: RC astro BlurXterminator: www.rc-astro.com/resources/Blu...
Flaming Star and Tadpole Nebula - Redcat 51 and Asi2600mm Pro
มุมมอง 6Kปีที่แล้ว
Hi All, In this video I share my image of the Flaming Star Nebula and The Tadpole Nebula taken with the William Optics RedCat 51 telescope and the Asi2600mm pro. This is one of the first images that I have shared taken using the RedCat 51 scope, so I hope you like it. Please let me know your thoughts in the comments below. Apologies that the audio quality is not the best in this video, I was ha...
4 photos taken with 4 different telescopes - Astrophotography at 250mm - 1422mm focal length
มุมมอง 30Kปีที่แล้ว
Hi All, In this video I share four different Astro images taken with four different telescopes. The William Optics Redcart 51, the Askar FRA400, the Askar 80PHQ and the Celestron Edge HD. I share the data for the Fish Head Nebula, the Pacman Nebula, the Wizard Nebula and the Sadr region. Please let me know which is your favourite image in the comments below. All images were edited in PixInsight...
SkyShed Pod Observatory Tour and First Light from the Dome - Photographing the California Nebula
มุมมอง 11Kปีที่แล้ว
Hi Everyone, I have finally got my new astronomy observatory (SkyShed Pod Dome Observatory) up and running in my garden. In this video I give you a tour of the observatory and capture first light from the SkyShed Pod. I captured the California Nebula (NGC 1499/Sh2-220). The California Nebula is a fantastic and colourful target for this time of the year, I hope you like it. If you have any tips ...
Photographing the Cave Nebula with the Celestron Edge HD 8 inch Telescope
มุมมอง 5Kปีที่แล้ว
Hi Everyone, In this video I photograph the Cave Nebula (Sh2-155) in the constellation Cepheus using the Celestron Edge HD telescope. Hopefully this the last time I have to set up my Edge HD telescope before moving it into my new sky shed pod observatory. Details: Cave Nebula Equipment: - Celestron Edge HD 8 inch - ZWO Asi 294mm pro - Antlia 3nm SHO filters - Ioptron CEM60 - Asiair pro - Celest...
How to take perfect FLAT FRAMES and DARK FLAT FRAMES with the Asiair Pro / Asiair Plus
มุมมอง 31Kปีที่แล้ว
Hi Everyone, In this video I talk you through the method I use to capture flat frames and dark flat frames using the Asiair pro / asiair plus. I highlight a little known trick to get the dark flats exposure perfectly matching the flat frames. Here is a link to the LED light panel that I use: www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0787V2GC1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Any questions, pl...
First Nebula image with the Edge HD 8 Inch - Imaging the Pelican Nebula
มุมมอง 7K2 ปีที่แล้ว
In this video I image the Pelican Nebula with the Celestron Edge HD 8 inch telescope. I started this image back in May, but unfortunately, I didn't take any flat frames for the data I captured. Thankfully, I managed to pull the data together to produce my first nebula image with the Edge HD telescope. Details: Pelican Nebula Equipment: * Celestron Edge HD 8 inch * ZWO Asi 294mm pro * Antlia 3nm...
The BEST way to get into Astronomy - A night with a local Astronomy Club
มุมมอง 2K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Hi Everyone, I was very excited to be invited to a local astronomy club (Cam and Dursley Astronomy Club) this week . I joined them for an outreach session and really enjoyed the night. It was great to see so many people getting excited my astronomy. Lots of people were able to view Saturn and Jupiter for the first time and Ian (the founder of the club) gave an amazing talk, guiding everyone thr...
My new SkyShed Pod Observatory - Is this the Cheapest SkyShed Pod Dome in the UK?
มุมมอง 6K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Is this the cheapest SkyShed Pod Dome Observatory in the UK? I only paid £800 for the observatory. Let me know if you have a cheaper one in the comments below. Hi everyone, in this video I take you along on the journey across country to pick up my new SkyShed Dome observatory. I hired a Luton van and drove nearly 700 miles to pick up the SkyShed Pod Dome and I take you along for the journey. I ...
Askar 80PHQ Full Review and Sample Images - Thoughts after 3 months
มุมมอง 12K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Hi Everyone, In this video I give you my thoughts on the Askar 80PHQ telescope that I have been using for the past three months. I share the images that I have been able to capture with this scope, my thoughts on the build quality, stars (edge to edge) and my thoughts on the pro and cons of this telescope. If you have any questions please let me know. Image details: Image 1: Tulip Nebula Equipm...
Askar 80PHQ reducer - is it any good?
มุมมอง 5K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Hi everyone, In this video I take a look at the 0.76 full frame reducer for the Askar PHQ80. I compare the stars between the Askar 80PHQ native focal length of 600mm and the 456mm with the 0.76 reducer. I also compare the stars between the Askar 80PHQ with the reducer and the Askar FRA 400. I hope you enjoy my final image of the elephants trunk nebula. Image details: Elephants Trunk: Equipment:...
The Iconic Pillars of Creation - The Eagle Nebula with the Askar 80PHQ
มุมมอง 15K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Hello everyone, In this video I capture the pillars of creation using the asi2600mm pro, the Askar 80PHQ and the Antlia ultra Narrowband filters. I also share my thoughts on imaging during twilight when there is no astronomical darkness. I share some Oiii data from the Cygnus wall and the Tulip Nebula. Olly Barret's Astrobin page: www.astrobin.com/users/OllyB/ Pillars of creation: NASA, ESA/Hub...
Photographing the Tulip Nebula with the ASKAR 80PHQ
มุมมอง 3.5K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Hi everyone, In this video I use the Askar 80phq for the second time and photograph a deep sky astro image of the Tulip Nebula (SH2-101). I captured 7 hours of data with the Askar 80phq and the ASI 2600mm pro over three nights. I also share a few other images taken this week, a couple of wildlife images of brown hares in nice light and an iPhone landscape photo of the crescent moon. I hope you ...
New Telescope: The Askar 80PHQ - Initial Impressions and First Light
มุมมอง 8K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Hello Everyone, Very exciting video this week because I have been sent a new telescope to review from Sharpstar Optics: the Askar 80PHQ. I get to use the scope for a few months before sending it back, so if you have any questions about the telescope for the full review please let me know. In this video, I give my initial impressions and collect first light on the Cygnus wall, using the the Aska...
Deep sky astrophotography with a FULL MOON - Photographing NGC 7822 with the Askar FRA 400
มุมมอง 3.9K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Deep sky astrophotography with a FULL MOON - Photographing NGC 7822 with the Askar FRA 400
One of my FAVOURITE IMAGES which took SIX MONTHS - Astro Photography Collab
มุมมอง 1.5K2 ปีที่แล้ว
One of my FAVOURITE IMAGES which took SIX MONTHS - Astro Photography Collab
FIRST LIGHT - Celestron EDGE HD 8 inch telescope
มุมมอง 28K2 ปีที่แล้ว
FIRST LIGHT - Celestron EDGE HD 8 inch telescope
The Galactic Center from a Bluebell Covered Hill - The Move Shoot Move Star Tracker
มุมมอง 9062 ปีที่แล้ว
The Galactic Center from a Bluebell Covered Hill - The Move Shoot Move Star Tracker
Imaging Bode's and Cigar Galaxy - ASI 2600MM pro, Skywatcher 190MN and Antlia LRGB filters.
มุมมอง 2.3K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Imaging Bode's and Cigar Galaxy - ASI 2600MM pro, Skywatcher 190MN and Antlia LRGB filters.
Astro collab - Photographing NCG 3718, Hickson 56 and a Galaxy 690 Million Light Years from Earth
มุมมอง 7232 ปีที่แล้ว
Astro collab - Photographing NCG 3718, Hickson 56 and a Galaxy 690 Million Light Years from Earth
Astro Challenge: North vs South - 42 hours of collaborative data and 2 edits on the Soul Nebula
มุมมอง 1.6K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Astro Challenge: North vs South - 42 hours of collaborative data and 2 edits on the Soul Nebula
Landscape astrophotography...when everything goes wrong. Trying to capture Orion at Broadway Tower.
มุมมอง 8572 ปีที่แล้ว
Landscape astrophotography...when everything goes wrong. Trying to capture Orion at Broadway Tower.
Practical Astronomy Show 2022 ft. Astrobloke, Lukomatico, AstroStace, Astrojourneyuk & Simon's Astro
มุมมอง 2.7K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Practical Astronomy Show 2022 ft. Astrobloke, Lukomatico, AstroStace, Astrojourneyuk & Simon's Astro
Photographing the Rosette Nebula - Creating a Hubble Palette image with a OSC camera (ASI2600mc Pro)
มุมมอง 3.1K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Photographing the Rosette Nebula - Creating a Hubble Palette image with a OSC camera (ASI2600mc Pro)
The Cat's Eye Galaxy (M94) - Using your suggestions solve my Skywatcher 190MN focuser issues.
มุมมอง 2.5K2 ปีที่แล้ว
The Cat's Eye Galaxy (M94) - Using your suggestions solve my Skywatcher 190MN focuser issues.
A very angry astrophotographer: 3rd ASI2600mm Pro Oil Leak & Pac-Man Nebula with my oil free camera
มุมมอง 6K2 ปีที่แล้ว
A very angry astrophotographer: 3rd ASI2600mm Pro Oil Leak & Pac-Man Nebula with my oil free camera
Buying a new telescope - 8 inch Celestron Edge HD
มุมมอง 10K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Buying a new telescope - 8 inch Celestron Edge HD
A quick photo of the reflection nebula M78 & problems with my SkyWatcher 190NM Focuser.
มุมมอง 1.9K2 ปีที่แล้ว
A quick photo of the reflection nebula M78 & problems with my SkyWatcher 190NM Focuser.
Photographing The Jellyfish Nebula with the AskarFRA 400 telescope & asi2600mm pro camera.
มุมมอง 3.8K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Photographing The Jellyfish Nebula with the AskarFRA 400 telescope & asi2600mm pro camera.

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  • @hobbeeswe7472
    @hobbeeswe7472 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    NICE and very good presentation. In about 1 month I will have a similar rig set up, so happy about this final confirmation of purchase! Thank you for sharing!!

  • @Legolam79
    @Legolam79 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    many thanks for this. It is very clear and easy to follow. Just what I was looking for.I have subscribed

  • @DavidSmythAstroPhotography
    @DavidSmythAstroPhotography 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hello, I got to the Mosaic by Coordinates step and I input my two files but it only gives me 1 in return.. why?? 2024 version of Pixinsight. Please help me

  • @robertcarroll5036
    @robertcarroll5036 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I just purchased a red cat 51 and am about to buy the ASI 2600, So I am looking forward to capturing shots like yours. I am down near the bottom of the learning curve but every day I am adding to my knowledge base thanks to videos like this.

  • @TheNewForestObservatory
    @TheNewForestObservatory 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    If the panel on the door is pushed in - you might just be able to pull that out using a sink plunger.

  • @lciummo1
    @lciummo1 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Very nice work showing data from different scopes.

  • @georgelucas9790
    @georgelucas9790 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The first part, plate solving worked and gave me 9 solved files. However, when using mosaic steps, keeps asking to overwrite files, doesn't want to give me a good output. 2024 version of pixinsight

  • @grahamprescott9426
    @grahamprescott9426 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I've got 6 panels cropped, gradient removed (graxpert), deblured and denoised. Assume from here I can try this? Each panel looks good but current using image composite editor. And whe done there is a difference between the panels as I have to stretch each one. It's close bit not 100%. Further stretching makes it worse too! Can hide in the shadows but not ideal. Hoping this method leaves it good for stretching and further processing.....

  • @thomasphennigan
    @thomasphennigan 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Late to the party. Can this scope be used with a DSLR?

  • @DeepSkyChronicles-m8b
    @DeepSkyChronicles-m8b หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great job! Just curious, when you put the capture time on the script, do you use the beginning time, the end time or an average?

  • @DeepSkyChronicles-m8b
    @DeepSkyChronicles-m8b หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great job! Is there a way to know how much exposure to put in Orion to avoid blowing up the core ?

  • @lciummo1
    @lciummo1 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Consist clear instruction without any unnecessary chitchat!

  • @larrycable984
    @larrycable984 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Russell thanks for this, on a slightly unrelated question I note how far out your guide camera is on your 50mm WO uniguide, you dont have the "spacer" attached or seem to have adjusted the front element for focus ... wondered why ... looks like the guide camera is barely attached to the rotolock?

  • @TheGoKidd
    @TheGoKidd 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Really excellent, Russell! I am contemplating purchase of the EdgeHD 8". Have you measured any tilt (mirror flop) when using the EAF with it? I assume you cannot lock the mirror when using the EAF.

  • @DawgcityClev
    @DawgcityClev 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Not a fan of the clamshell opening, but can't wait to get a dome.

  • @GaryIngersoll
    @GaryIngersoll 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Done it in Hubble pallet and HSO

  • @robertprice4286
    @robertprice4286 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow!! Excellent information!

  • @epic_playz4283
    @epic_playz4283 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You think 400mm is crazy? I'm shooting at 1,150mm!

  • @etx007blue2
    @etx007blue2 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Haven't seen you post videos in a while, how are things

  • @gg02gg
    @gg02gg 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The step of copying values from flats to dark flat doesn't work in the ASIAir mini. Anyway, thanks for the review.

  • @ghostofrecon1
    @ghostofrecon1 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My hd8 will be in Monday and I’m so excited

  • @Oscaro9928
    @Oscaro9928 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beautiful image. Hoping to start Astrophotography with that same scope

  • @Oscaro9928
    @Oscaro9928 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You could get the f/3.9 reducer for an even wider field

  • @astroindianx
    @astroindianx 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow, It looks so good

  • @googlecrazy657
    @googlecrazy657 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    RIP Russell

  • @matforsbon
    @matforsbon 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Knock Knock, anybody home!

  • @amolambli
    @amolambli 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Which telescope and go to mouth details please

  • @davidjennings2733
    @davidjennings2733 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello Russell, Excellent shot and use of the scope. I am thinking about pulling the plug on one of these and have a question for you if you don't mind. I will also be using the WZO EAF focuser and was wondering how you handle the mirror locks, do you leave these unlocked so that your focuser can adjust the focus as needed when switching filters or do you go through a focus routine with each filter change? I know you are using ASIAIR where as I am using NINA and it has a setting you can use to focus after each filter change. So just wondering how you deal with the focus lock if at all? By the way, congratulations on your first light with the new to you scope. Fantastic shot if the galaxy.

  • @jtepsr
    @jtepsr 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    i dont see a filter field for auto run and am i suppose to cover lens with cap

  • @Michael.Chapman
    @Michael.Chapman 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Superb, exciting, awesome to watch--all I do is look through my vintage Classic C8/C5s with my aberrated old eyes :-) and even that is still thrilling...

  • @聖帝サウザー-s7n
    @聖帝サウザー-s7n 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    とても面白く、参考になりました。ありがとうございます😊 どれも綺麗な画像ですね redcatはお値段以上の実力がありますね 動画、頑張ってください

  • @janeclark1881
    @janeclark1881 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very helpful, thank you. Worked first time when I tried it just now.

  • @tomwoody3651
    @tomwoody3651 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey Russell, enjoyed the video but it gave me a question. I just received my MN190 and was setting it up to image last night but the focuser was not holding the camera securely. Not that I thought it was going to fall out but it wobbled side to side pretty badly. Have you had this issue? How did you overcome it? Thanks!

  • @jtepsr
    @jtepsr 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What if you used one shot camera with just light pollution filter.

  • @nickreecy4229
    @nickreecy4229 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The dark flat method is great. Thanks!😊

  • @friskycrewgerrusty
    @friskycrewgerrusty 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    All I can say is Well Done!

  • @OnceShy_TwiceBitten
    @OnceShy_TwiceBitten 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Well what fucking is it? Auto exposure or using the exposure you took the light picture at ? like wtf kind of video is this?

  • @OnceShy_TwiceBitten
    @OnceShy_TwiceBitten 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    thought yuo wanted the flats to be the same exp as your lights?

    • @mikegphoto
      @mikegphoto 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The darks frames are same settings at lights. These are flat and dark flats.

  • @Sixflagsgreatamerica0
    @Sixflagsgreatamerica0 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice I will try doing it with my 5” telescope it doesn’t have an automatic mount so I will have to do many photos and stack them

  • @Channelisunderconstruction
    @Channelisunderconstruction 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Why type of mount are you using

  • @johnshaughnessy3165
    @johnshaughnessy3165 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video Russell.Please make a video of the dome in action with the telescope installed,thanks..

  • @raqueltuban6858
    @raqueltuban6858 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello sir what size is your filter ? 2” or 36mm ? Thank you

  • @berrybetty-e6z
    @berrybetty-e6z 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hows it holding a year after

  • @someyoutube
    @someyoutube 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    All starless once are really good. Need your input on Redcat51. Have you tried it with dslr and how diffrent would it be framing the same target?

  • @Sixflagsgreatamerica0
    @Sixflagsgreatamerica0 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice can you look at it with cheap telescope?

  • @ryanmichaelhaley
    @ryanmichaelhaley 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    When I use the panel, I take the sun shade off the Edge HD. Have you found better results with the shade on?

  • @chrislee8886
    @chrislee8886 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thx for this. Can i ask why you just don’t go to Live mode and select the flats and darks to be autocalibrated and made directly into master flat and master dark fits?

  • @davidletz9123
    @davidletz9123 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for this...I am relatively new to this, and what I have been able to glean from other YT videos is that "darks" is accomplished by placing the cap over the scope and exposing for the same length of time your lights used. So, if your lights were 180 seconds, your darks would be 180 seconds with the cap on the scope/lens. Are "dark flats" the samw as "darks?"

  • @jesuschrist2284
    @jesuschrist2284 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I wondered what the ar option in skymaps was for. No i know and will actually use it, ty :)

  • @jesuschrist2284
    @jesuschrist2284 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Dunno about others, but id find "failure" videos valuable.