Dave Stearn avatar

Here is my version of IC2118 captured from my B4 backyard. I used the SQA55 and 2600MC Pro. No filter other than the built in UVIR cut.

I am interested in any critiques especially from IOTD reviewer’s.

https://app.astrobin.com/i/edldb3

Cygnus_The_Swan avatar

I am strictly a hobbyist, but I think others would agree that this is quite an impressive image. I am going to try this very target tonight in my B6-7 backyard. Right now, I am thinking of framing the witch head with Rigel at the opposite side of the frame. It might be a big mistake, but I do not expect much from my backyard anyway.

Cheers,

Dave

Well Written Respectful Engaging
Related discussions
Would you replace the Built in UV/IR cut on a 2600MC with AR glass?
Hello All, I am looking to replace the built in UV/IR cut window on a 2600MC-Pro with AR window and using a better UV/IR cut filter with better cutoffs in the UV and IR (Baader cmos optimized UV/IR cut filter) so i get less UV and IR and better glass...
Both posts discuss equipment specifications and modifications for astrophotography imaging, specifically involving the 2600MC Pro camera and UV/IR filtering considerations.
Sep 18, 2025
Moving on from DSLR to either Mono or OSC
Please forgive what I’m sure is a well-worn topic. I have been at the hobby for the last year and have got results I am pretty pleased with, with a modded Canon 700D. I think I am in the hobby for the long haul so am saving now to get a dedicated ast...
Both posts involve amateur astronomers sharing their equipment choices and seeking feedback on their astrophotography work.
Sep 2, 2025
Astrophotography on a Budget: My €341.12 ($399) DIY Harmonic Mount Review & PHD2 Test
V3 Mini Performance: My Results After Two Months of Testing (Solar & Deep-Sky) Hello everyone, Lately, my inbox has been flooded with questions about the performance of my V3 Mini mount. After more than two months of rigorous testing, I wanted to...
Both posts share observations and results from personal astronomical equipment testing and usage.
Sep 11, 2025
Review of the QHY5III678M for ground-based satellite imaging
This is a review that shows the performance of the QHY5III678M planetary camera for ground-based imaging of satellites, I will showcase the specifications of the camera and example images I have taken with it of several satellites. I also want to kin...
Both posts describe personal astronomical imaging projects using specific camera equipment and share the results with the community for feedback or informational purposes.
Jan 12, 2026
Any other cheaper (but still good) saddles for EQ6R
I am looking to upgrade the standard saddle of my EQ6R. Best quality seems to be the Dual Saddle Plate XL from ADM but it’s quite expensive (close to 400 eur including shipping). 📷 image.png What other solutions are out there? I found the Primaluce v...
Both posts seek feedback or recommendations from the astronomy community regarding equipment and observational choices.
11 days ago