Backyard of the Week – February 5, 2018
Each week we feature a different astrophotography setup from around the world. By taking a look at a complete kit, we are able to get a better picture of what’s working for others.
Take the guesswork out of the process, and replicate a system with proven results. This week, we have a Newtonian Reflector on a Celestron CG-4 in snowy Montana, USA.
Location: Corvallis, Montana
William Grout
This week we have a commendable deep-sky setup from Montana, USA. William uses an Orion 6″ F/4 Newtonian Astrograph Reflector with his Canon EOS Rebel T1i DSLR camera to capture images in space from the backyard. I can really appreciate the imaging conditions seen in the photos – it looks just like home!
I love the small shed to house the telescope when not in use. Also, it’s very interesting to see the Celestron CG-4 Equatorial Mount being used successfully for long exposure astrophotography. William is running EQMOD through an AstroEQ driver board.
William’s Setup:
The Hardware
- Orion 6″ F/4 Newtonian Astrograph Reflector Telescope
- Celestron CG-4 German Equatorial Mount
- Canon EOS Rebel T1i DSLR Camera
- 50mm Guide Scope
- ZWO ASI 120mm Guide Camera
Running the Equipment
- Astro Photography Tool for Camera Control
- EQMOD through AstroEQ Drive Board
- Stellarium
M81 and M82 by William Grout
Visit William’s Astrophotography Blog
Thank you for sharing your setup with us William, and keep up the fantastic work!
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