M27 - PNe in Vulpecula

Dear friends ... and Carlo,

One of my favourite DSO's is the large and bright planetary nebula M27 in Vulpecula. I sat down last night under questionable conditions to at least obtain a baseline image for future reference and a second visit.

I must admit the result did turn out a little better than expected, for I nearly packed it in on three occasions due to the strong winds and variable transparency.

For a result based on four hour's total exposure (LRGB @ 60:60:60:60), I kindly direct you to www.perseus.gr/Astro-DSO-NGC-6853.htm .... winds are even stronger right now but hopefully they will settle this evening for additional work (probably Abell 74).

Another beauty mate. 6 hours+ imaging time. Do you actually get any sleep? Or have you a library of dark frames?

Another beauty mate. 6 hours+ imaging time. Do you actually get any sleep? Or have you a library of dark frames?

Hi Kieran,

I do have a library of darks and which I refresh every month (full moon). In fact now you see how I spend my time around full moon ... :lol:

Sweet