M51 wide field

[tvdavis]

Here's a different view of an old favorite. My focal legnth is must shorter than most, so it provides a "panoramic" view. Interesting how M51 just appears to be hanging in space.

http://www.tvdavisastropics.com/astr...s-1_000059.htm

Critiques welcome,

Tom

[budguinn]

Tom, that really is a very nice wide field.....really nice detail in the galaxy even though it is such a short FL.......I was considering an ASA at one time.....it looks like it is working pretty good for you.

bud

[tvdavis]

Thanks, Bud. The ASA seems to be working fine.

Tom