✨ Andromeda Galaxy (M31) Captured By Shresth Mathad

✨ Andromeda Galaxy (M31) Capture
I photographed the Andromeda Galaxy using my Redmi Note 14, mounted on a tripod. With ISO 1000 and 15‑second exposures, I collected 250 frames and processed them using Sequator and Siril. Despite being shot on a mobile device, the stacked result reveals the faint spiral structure of our nearest galactic neighbor, located about 2.5 million light years away. This image highlights how even simple gear, combined with patience and careful processing, can unveil the wonders of the cosmos.

Camera/Phone
- Device: Redmi Note 14
- Settings: ISO 1000, 15-second exposures
- Frames Captured: 250
Support Gear
- Tripod: Provided stability for long-exposure shots
- Laptop: Used for stacking and post-processing

- Sequator: For quick and efficient stacking of 250 frames to reduce noise and enhance detail
- Siril: For advanced calibration, background extraction, and fine-tuned astrophotography processing