#M51 processing

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strong walrus
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While I wait for clear skies I am working on processing this image.

C9.25 with .63 reducer
1480.5 fl @ f6.3
585mc pro
Temp 22F
Gain 252
Bortle 9 million
Cgem II
224mc guide cam in OAG
Asiair
5 hours, 47 minutes of 20s subs

Did it spend too much time on the skillet?

I think the core is too bright due to using the default gain of 252. I am going to try a lower gain next time. Maybe half that value.

Processed in Siril. I got the full workflow to work this time which is nice.

fast viper
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cooked, most of it is far too yellow, brighter bits are too blue and theres no inbetween with a proper color balance. satellite galaxy also has a very sharp edge

strong walrus
strong walrus
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Calmed down on the saturation in this one