I Photographed the Same Galaxy 5 Years Apart

My Video From 2016!: • DSLR Astrophotography ...
In this video, I photograph the Needle Galaxy from my backyard using a camera and telescope. I photographed this exact galaxy 5 years ago when this channel had 70 subscribers!
MY EQUIPMENT:
Camera: bit.ly/3Nd2FVV
Filter Wheel: bit.ly/3N0tZFv
Telescope: bit.ly/3oPA8MQ
Reducer: bit.ly/3MTuFMP
Mount: bit.ly/43m00yT
IMAGE PROCESSING GUIDE: bit.ly/astro-processing
Music:
I use Epidemic Sound for the music in my videos. Use this link to help support my channel: bit.ly/ASTROBACKYARDMUSIC
Follow Me:
Instagram: / astrobackyard
Twitter: / astrobackyard
Facebook: / astrobackyard
Affiliate Links:
Some of the links in my video descriptions are affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you, I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase.

[@LikeOnATree]

It never ceases to amaze me that those photons traveled for 40 million years to land on your sensor! Amazing photo, Trevor!

[@mauricegold9377]

As far as the photons are concerned, no time at all has elapsed, for they do not 'experience' time, as they travel at c (light-speed).

[@AnkitSaiyan]

@@mauricegold9377 what the heck you are even talking about?

[@abdullahwasi_]

@@AnkitSaiyan Time is meaningless for photons, they are a massless particle travelling at the speed of light. Between two inertial frames, this phenomena is called time dilation. The faster you go, the lesser time it takes for you to reach there. Now, imagine going on a space journey on a ship that's travelling at the speed of light. You leave Earth in 2050 and come back in 2100. For the people on Earth, relative to you, 50 years have elapsed, but for you no time would have passed. Of course, at light speed, mass begins to approach towards infinity, and length of an object contracts, but again, photons are massless particles who don't experience distance and time altogether. Photons live on null surfaces where all events are null separated. This means that for the photon, its own emission (e.g. from the Sun) and absorption (e.g. your eye's retina) is a single event. There are no defined notions such as "happening", "process", or "experience."

[@AnkitSaiyan]

@@abdullahwasi_ Thanks for the explanation but my comment wasnt about what he meant by "light not experiencing time at c". I know that. I am a physics honours. What I meant was OP was talking about time in the earth's perspective.

[@AnkitSaiyan]

@@munchken yes he said that which he didn't has to that what I meant.

[@NebuloCity]

Congrats Trevor to you and your wife on the big transition into that WeWorked style office space. Amazing you’ve been able to advance your passion from a hobby to a living in just a few years. We’re all rooting for ya!

[@DSOImager]

Seriously jealous :)

[@mgmcd1]

We’re all stuck in our backyards for a while longer. Great work.

[@stephenrichards5386]

Have you done a video on essential equipment to photograph the night sky in light polluted areas ? I've followed you for years and therefore am well aware of your problems of living on estates or in town. I am moving house from a bortle 4 to a Bortle 7 or 8. No choice.

[@alekosalekadis6095]

No i wasn't! You jail yourself!

[@gordongoodman8342]

Why stuck in your backyard?

[@mgmcd1]

@@gordongoodman8342 that was two months ago before I got my vaccine, which had to wait for underlying health issues. I got better

[@gordongoodman8342]

@@mgmcd1 Why would you take the vaccine? Dumb.

[@stealtho]

Imagine there’s an alien that’s similar to this dude and is photographing the Milky Way galaxy

[@MrWinotu]

There must be for certain! We photograph them and they us. This is impossible there wouldn't be at least 1 intelligent civilisation in each galaxy that is enough metalic. Metalicity causes that the magnetic fields around stars and planets can exist. They protect systems and planets with their living creature. I just wonder how they look like and how they perceive everything around... Possibly they look like snails and see in the darkness or move much faster than Us :) Everything possible!

[@great_channel]

Improbable

[@GeneralChangFromDanang]

Alien: "Make sure to blurb the gork and shmork button."

[@tandoorichicken1824]

Man this idea is just terrific, it just blows my mind

[@xdername93]

About millions of years ago

[@Caedo12]

Ooh, that reveal gave me chills. Amazing shot!

[@kairos116]

I cried actually. Universe is beautiful mystery.

[@gregbromley152]

Awesome work Trevor. Congrats on the new work space. I appreciate all you guys are doing for the astro community and I can't wait to see where you take this hobby next.

[@beatriceheinze2294]

Congratulations on 250K subscribers, Trevor and Ashley! Well done!

[@madhurisawarkar6653]

I am from Maharashtra, India. I love astronomy soooo much that I can't imagine my life without it. I need to know how can I persue Astronomy as my career.

[@AllRedLFC]

Congratulations on 250k! Been with you since under 25k and I have learned so much and been inspired even more. New owner to a Star Adventurer guided via AAP so hopefully I soon can make some images myself. Keep it up Trevor! 👍

[@wesleydonnelly2141]

Congratulations on taking that big scary step of a dedicated office space Trevor! I've followed you from atleast 2018 and it's been a pleasure! Here's to many more years of AstroBackyard my friend! The Needle Galaxy image today from 4 years ago is a great metaphor for how far you've come! Finally, congratulations on hitting a quarter mill' subs my friend! Amazing when you consider what a small community we are!! Onwards and upwards further still! Wes, Liverpool, UK.

[@MrGp3po]

Congratulations on your new office and continued success! I have to say that I still really enjoy your videos even though you have progressed well beyond my current equipment. I love simplicity and just being under the night sky in my back yard.

[@kathleenryan8545]

It has been amazing watching you progress from a backyard astro-photographer to making a business from your hobby. I couldn't be more pleased and excited for you! Love the new office! Get some of those amazing astro-photographs on the walls!

[@astronuub9334]

Beautiful image Trevor, fantastic work as always. Great to see that something you hold so dear as a passion can be a business for you too. Clear skies.

[@sfscosmic9097]

You inspire me, I'm 12 and love the heavens above, I have a celestron with a 2,500 mm focal length. Edit:im suffering from depression, you have helped me learn my new hobby.

[@Luu_158]

I'm 12 too! :)

[@jujubean7664]

Same here!

[@lewisthisisjames6632]

Im also 12 and literraly to day i bought my first telscope

[@lewisthisisjames6632]

Also love astrobackyard

[@reubencotton3823]

I was 12 less than 2 weeks ago (now 13) and I got my 8 inch 1000mm dobsonian telescope at Christmas

[@tjzambonischwartz]

The Needle is my favorite deep sky object. One of the most memorable views I've ever had was the Needle through a 30" dob under Bortle 2 skies. Just absolutely freaking incredible.

[@wesleydonnelly2141]

My goodness that's the stuff of dreams for astronomers and astrophotographers my friend!! 30" Dob, Bortle 2, Needle Galaxy! WOW!! Wes, Liverpool, UK.

[@UNSCPILOT]

That 30" dob alone has me jealous, not gunna lie, need to get to a star party one day and try to find something like that, along with running my own little scope

[@wesleydonnelly2141]

@@UNSCPILOT Mate deffo get a 'scope and start looking up! I'd suggest starting out with a 114mm/500mm Newtonian reflector, as they're relatively inexpensive and will show you tons of stuff! They're also small and easy to handle! You won't ever look back my friend! Wes.

[@UNSCPILOT]

@@wesleydonnelly2141 I probably should have elaborated, by "my own little scope" I ment one I already have, a Celestron Nexstar 130 SLT, it's just a wee little 5" scope though not a wonderful 30" monster light-bucket. I am amused how close your recommendation is to my existing scope, even if mine is a bit more costly with the computer guided mount. Looking to get a 115 to 130 ish Maksutov to swap in for better planetary imaging down the rode since 650mm FL is a bit limiting even with other equipment to alleviate it

[@wesleydonnelly2141]

@@UNSCPILOT oohh sorry mate!! lol. I was actually going to recommend a 130/900 newt reflector but thought best he gets the slightly smaller 114/500 for ease of use! lol. Yes i concur with your thoughts about getting a 115-130 ish Mak for better planetary views mate. I think a 127 Mak would be perfect ? The 650 Fl of your current 'scope will be difficult to really zoom in to planets without causing havoc with eye relief and aberrations etc. Best of luck mate, let me know in future how you get on thanks! Wes.

[@adamchicago9867]

Trevor, another great video! You called out that some of your longer focal length shots may not be as sharp as earlier, shorter focal length, images but who cares, we love watching you struggle (haha) through the same things we all are! Keep up the great, informative and somehow relaxing and enjoyable videos:) ...also appreciate your informative website!

[@backyardspacedude4238]

Dude, the back focus adjustments with the squeaky rings. I feel your pain all too well! Great video, one of my favs.

[@Westlake]

Congrats on your 250k subscriber base! Great job! Still enjoying your earlier videos from time to time.

[@catchingphotons]

Stunning capture and amazing episode of your great adventure. Glad we are all on board! Clear skies!!

[@astrocactus4097]

Is it just me or do Trevors videos make me feel soo relaxed and welcomed..... STAY SAFE CLEAR SKYS Everyonee

[@astrodem3041]

This guy is a nerd !

[@astrocactus4097]

@@astrodem3041 bad or good way?

[@djregan9121]

Hi Trevor, Awesome job on this video (as usual). :) I followed the link to your web site and, really enjoy seeing the difference between your 2016 and 2021 NGC 4565. Beautiful images, sir.

[@theworldofspace8620]

You make great videos, it feels nice to see those pictures of different galaxies and planets u take. keep it up!

[@martrich1098]

I have been doing a little astrophotography for over 10 years now, just getting back into it more seriously - it still amazes me that we can photograph something 40million light years away with amateur equipment from our yards or balconies. Love the new work space Trevor - I totally get why you and your wife would move to a set up like that!

[@yosho5436]

You are the reason why I’ve just purchased an actual space observation telescope. Thank you for pushing my love and experience in astronomy

[@tomothereal]

I really like the new style and font on your thumbnails, it just matches you so well and looks great!

[@EVOLUMEMAC]

One of your best yet!!! Love the new style! Thank you for sharing

[@figzastro-photography]

Hey Trevor congratulations on the new Astrobackyard office. Great video. Clear skies.

[@AstroEscape]

Damn nice man. Everyone is feeling that need to not be home, glad the second workspace is working out for you, even if the "actual work" is done in the backyard!

[@pbt4456]

You present your material very concisely and with an obvious passion for what you do. Very inspiring and educational. Thank you for sharing. Kudos from the Bahamas.

[@Dave-ct1jk]

Man, saw that thumbnail and I was staggered. Great pic Trevor!

[@DeniseNY1]

Your new office is so cute! And your photo is stunning! You are an inspiration for us newbs just entering this hobby! Clear skies!

[@astrocarone9671]

Awh man, that photo is amazing!!! And congratulations on 250k!! Been with you since 60k!!

[@jameswoods1939]

Great to see you're taking the next steps in your AP endeavor. You are a lucky man to be able to do what you truly love and earn a living at it. Wish you the best! Wonderful image as well.

[@alantan6786]

Amazing work. Love watching your channel. What I can’t believe is that there are 250k astrophotographers. You must have the largest Astro channel on KZbin.

[@billyvang4658]

I love... the music in the back ground. Great choice!

[@alexvolpe04]

I remember back in 2017 when I was 13 and first came across your channel, always reminds me of that time I got up at 4am to view the Mars/Jupiter conjunction, bought a Celestron 130 EQ since then but haven’t had it out in a while

[@SimonsAstro]

Love the nw office Trevor, huge congrats on the 250K, I knew you would get there, your videos are what inspired me to get into this fantastic hobby! Brilliant job on the needle galaxy, this why we love to watch your channel! Clear skies!

[@lukomatico]

Beautiful job as always Trevor, I hope to hit this target up myself soon! :) Huge congratulations on 250k!

[@robertsipes7391]

I like the office, you never cease to amaze me! You (and your wife and Rudy) have been an inspiration for me it a lot of ways. I am still following the journey...and of course buying and using the toys!

[@dmratcliffe]

Congrats on the new digs - what I like about your videos is the addition of great details of how the image was put together - with your C11 I'd love to hear exposure time on subs - with my system I find DSS doesn't handle/count stars very well though, I am at full f/11 and a C14 and tried 5 min subs at a Gain of 12 on an OSC. Looking forward to more galaxies, though time is short for those now

[@marinaamgad5781]

Congrats on the 250k, Trevor!! Very well deserved! :)

[@astro_douglas]

Congratulations Trevor, awesome works man! 🙌🏻👊🏻🔭📷 LIKEEEEEEEE!!!!

[@laurentscholer6525]

Congratulations Trevor for your office, I am happy as well to see Rudy in almost all of your vids!

[@jean-francoislord2917]

Incredible! Thanks for sharing.

[@warorowa115]

Dude love this type of content, don't know much about space photography or space in general but i know enough to love this, its amazing. Quick question, is there particular reason for red flashlight??

[@johnnyferreira9527]

Hello, I'm from Brazil I met your channel today, I love astronomy and thanks for showing the great celestial objects with breathtaking quality

[@jorgenleangen]

WOOW!!! That is such a great picture!!! Thank you for sharing your excellent skills with us!!

[@bobprice9541]

I am impressed with your shot of the Needle Galaxy. Great work. Thank you for sharing.

[@M31glow]

Movin' on up! Good for you and Ashley. Great post.

[@jujubean7664]

Stunning image Trevor! Loving these images with the new galaxy rig!

[@Bob_M55]

Trevor, I enjoy the KZbin clips you and your wife produce. Very entertaining and informative. Additionally, I enjoy that you include Rudy your dog. May your night skies be clear and picturesque!!! Bob McGinley

[@abracalebdabra]

Watched the premiere live and it was awesome dude

[@LetsExploreSpace]

Great video as always Trevor! Congrats on 250k! :)

[@markoyt8449]

I am lucky to be a part of this family.. thank you Trevor !

[@joebiscoeiv747]

Wow...amazing. love your work, that's an awesome photo!

[@outa11bizness]

Even on a bad day, this makes my heart lighter. Becomes easier to breath. I don't know why.

[@avt_astro206]

Stunning Shot of needles Galaxy, Love The Video, congratulations for 250k Subs, Keep It up🌌👏👏

[@Jcorban08]

Congratulations on your channels brilliant success!! In this video I didn’t see a focuser on your scope - just curious if you’re manually focusing throughout the night; perhaps the temperatures are steady enough so refocusing isn’t necessary? You’re an awesome ambassador for astronomy!

[@michaelsaltsman7550]

another awesome video Trevor just love your chnl keep up the awesome work and thank u for sharing ur work

[@Ben_Stewart]

Nice video. Last year I went with the Celestron OAG and ASI174MM mini for guiding. It made a considerable improvement with my guiding on my CGX.

[@petert2098]

Love the new digs. Astronomy been 'veddy good to me ! Rudy !!!

[@Vinceaticery23]

I love these photos you do. I cant wait to see them as a portrait

[@NPJohn100]

Watching you from Scotland and so appreciative of what you do. I live up in the highlands with little to no light pollution-we have some great dark skies, that is when the weather permits. I often think that it would be just incredible to have a good telescope up here. For now it’s just a good paid of binoculars - maybe one day. Thanks again.

[@Maxdiaries96]

Chills bro. Great work ❤️😍

[@francescot3684]

Congratulations Trevor to both of you for the 250K subscribers and the new workplace! I really understand the need to do that! Thank again for the inspiration you give us! I started this hobby thanks to you!🙂 and I see from the comments that you are inspiring a new generation of astrophotographers (as young as 12 years old)! Ps. Don’t forget to hang on the wall in the office some of your fantastic pictures😁

[@user-bb7ph4si3w]

You are wrong. He made me interested in astronomy/astrophotography at 10! Now im 13

[@PafMedic]

Thats An Amazing Capture,and View From Your Office..Jelly😄,Glad You Guys Are Being Safe,Clear Skies and God Bless❤️🙏🏻🌏🔭✨

[@clyderouge1894]

This is absolutely unreal. Love your work man.

[@bryanjames5767]

Great Image Trevor and congrats on the new office!

[@urukh]

a really good picture with amazing depth. thx for your spended time

[@firozsayyed4192]

Simply awesome!

[@DrawsACircle]

Absolutely amazing you are able to make a living out of your AstroBackyard channel Trevor, I’v been following you since mid/late 2017, meaning I’ve learned a lot from your videoes, it has also cost me a “minor” amount of $$$ 😊 I’ll keep supporting you and refer to yout channel - clear skies!

[@eyesoftexasskywatch]

Man that looks great! Clear Skies!

[@ZxChase]

Great video Trevor!

[@emagee7864]

I am completely amazed. It’s a huge technical challenge to learn the telescope equipment and the heavens above. Good work and awesome image.

[@stevejordan9567]

That’s just nuts. Stunning stuff.

[@willienorrie7933]

Awesome work Trev...all the best mate 👍

[@G.A.Visuals]

man i love your work!!!

[@TheNaniNetwork]

Fabulous!!!

[@LogansChristmasLights]

Very nice image indeed. I have definitely found quite a difference in how I process the images I'm getting with the Skywatcher 120 refractor vs the 10" Meade SCT, especially dealing with the stars. Also, congrats on hitting the quarter million subscriber mark.

[@charliedallachie3539]

Galaxy photos just blow me away, so beautiful and so far away. Can’t help but wonder what civilizations if any are there. I always wonder what our galaxy would look like from their perspective.

[@Junihility]

Great job man. Well done

[@darthgambo1]

Wow!! Amazing!

[@FreeRealEstatepage]

Shot the needle galaxy last week for the first time with my new eq mount and the 8se. 3 hours total exposure on a canon t7 and I was pleasantly surprised! Thanks for your videos. I really learned a a lot in the last year

[@ashuuraj246]

Stunning

[@TheZenbudda]

Well done video!

[@Adlamo]

Very very nice. Chilling actually.

[@Will-Parr]

Fascinating. Excellent presentation. Congrats

[@melvinhughes408]

That was so beautiful Galaxy.

[@MarkSeve]

Thank you for sharing.

[@cryptojihadi265]

Another great showing. Just got my Lunt 100MT with the double stack. Obviously primarily for solar viewing BUT it should make an amazing astrophotography scope as well. 100mm triplet with fpl53 glass and 700mm focal length. Been studying your videos for several months waiting for this to arrive, so now it's time to put theory to practice!

[@sketch6995]

Bro could you please show us exactly what you use to attach that big guidescope to your edge please? I bought a 70mm guidescope but idk what rail to buy.

[@jackreeves3001]

Amazing! I so happy that I found your channel. I enjoy it very much. Please keep on!! KANSAS

[@grapesgreek]

Wanted to see a picture from 5 years prior then the new one. Absolutely amazing sight!

[@guattodaddo]

What a difference! Great setup, it worked very well

[@KartiacKID]

Awesome work, looks great

[@jurij9999]

Your work is very inspiring. Keep going on!

[@sethcohen3938]

Hey Trevor, awesome video! Regarding the bloated stars, shouldn't binning increase the pixel scale and solve the issue? It will reduce the resolution but I think it might also make it sharper.

[@AstroLaVista]

This video is my new primer on how to edit an astronomy video, and jeez that needle galaxy!!

[@astrocactus4097]

Hi

[@AstroLaVista]

@@astrocactus4097 Hello! Love the user name :)

[@astrocactus4097]

@@AstroLaVista lol thanks!

[@NavinShetty]

Awesome .... love it :)

[@TimG333]

Enjoy your videos immensely.