My whole weekend went into shooting the Andromeda Galaxy, but the photo is still noisy. Any tips?

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My last attempt at astrophotography looked like someone sprinkled salt on a black tablecloth. Stacking more frames than I can count is the only thing that ever helps me, honestly. Maybe my sensor just has a nervous disposition.

the_blake13d agoMost Upvoted

Could stacking just be hiding the real problem? Maybe your single exposures need work with better settings or less light pollution. Fixing that might beat just adding more frames forever.

skyler_lopez13d ago

Sometimes the basics just don't cut it, you know?

barbara_kim9312d ago

Try adding dark frames when you stack.