Budget Astrophotography with a DSLR - Part 1

Budget Astrophotography with a DSLR is surprisingly easy and despite the light pollution fantastic Deep Sky Photography from the city is within the reach of even a beginner. In this video I show you how to beat the skyglow and image nebula from an urban backyard or roof on a low cost budget of £150. This is fun astrophotography with incredible results!

My astrophotography setup: I photographed Orion with a DLSR, a canon EOS 1000D Rebel which I modified and a skywatcher alt az goto mount with a 102mm achromatic refractor telescope on top. All items were bought on ebay or Astro Buy and Sell UK.

The Target: The orion nebula is one of the brightest deep space targets in the nights sky. It also emits light in hydrogen alpha (Ha) and Oxygen II (Oii) wavelengths which can be used to our advantage when photographing from a light polluted city such as London.

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[piotrmaslanka]

This has to be the best astrophotography channel. Nothing to hide using all the fancy and expensive equipment, and just shows proof that you don’t need to spend a fraction of the money suggested on getting similar pictures.
This video is what actually got me thinking about buying a telescope, now that I have a fully manual Canon EOS 77D. All that is left to buy is a telescope - No, not an £800 telescope, but a cheap £70 used telescope.
Thank you, astrobiscuit.

[twist.mp]

Finally. 150 quid. Someone who speaks my language.

[holdernesfisherman]

Hi buddy,
I'm new to astronomy so have been watching lots of different tubes to get as much information as possible, I have purchased a Celestron 130eq and since setting it up haven't had a single clear night (bad times) hopefully will get one soon.
Just want to say that out of all the videos/tubes I've watched yours is the most inspiring channel.
You make it funny yet informationaly packed and describe things in a way I am able to understand, and I know you have the high end equipment but love your budget bids too.
Keep them coming.

Andy from Hull

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2:45
Me and the boys emitting 8 octillion photons.

[simpleastrophotography]

“Pretty shit weather, 2 clear nights a month” I agree. The UK weather is annoying and inconsistent 😂

[Szaboo]

Really love the way you explained the incredible path of starlight being disrupted by your kids :)

[makuish]

Just discovered you today while searching for telescope tips and already learned a lot! you are great, keep making amazing videos. Clear Skies!

[wayofharmonyUK]

Great videos of your project! A real inspiration to those interested in trying astrophotography with a small budget! Definitely sharing this, 👍

[nikoligogle]

You are one amazing, earth shattering, genius.... and everything else good in this earth mate!!!! Love from Bangladesh! 🇧🇩

[vclkufxxbgfdfe]

your videos are fun and well produced on top of being info packed and inspiring. cheers mate

[TheEnduringCitizen]

Awesome content pal ! Been binge watching all of your videos and just subbed

[zonedout]

These videos are so amazing and entertaining!

[scopex]

Hi Biscuit GREAT channel. I was into astronomy many moons ago but drifted away. Now im getting back into it thanks to you! I am an engineer and have a tip for you for mount are stood RIGHT NEXT to a VERY stable base - THE CHIMNEY BREAST! Surely you can attach a small platform onto that just for the tripods? Jobs a good'un! It WILL NOT MOVE!

[stefanopoletti]

That's great man, i love the mood of these videos, i think u created something new, please keep going like this XD

[colinharris]

I've totally loved this mini series and the Jupiter one. Keep making videos if you can, bonus points for looking a bit like Daniel larusso 👍

[AstroProductReviews]

This video here is a classic. Years (and several AP rigs) later, and I’m watching it again with enthusiasm. Your enthusiasm is always contagious! I will do this to a Canon DSLR yet…
Cheers!

[stefanoalfredolaspina]

Found one of your YTShort 2 hours ago... now I'm already addicted and watching your videos from the last one in reverse. U R amazing!! Have to thank YouTube algorythm...

[cooky]

Every time I learn something new I rewatch all Astrobiscuit content just incase I missed something when I had no clue about ap 😅

[celtriot]

Watched the lake moon vid and subscribed. Keep going dude you will go viral.

[jackiechan]

Love your channel mate. Please keep at it. Cheers.