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Dimensions1141 x 706
Original file size65.8 KB
Image typeJPEG
Color spacesRGB
Date taken23-Oct-24 19:49
Shooting Conditions

Camera makeCanon
Camera modelCanon EOS 6D
FlashNot fired, compulsory mode
Exposure prog.Manual
ISO speedISO 10000
Metering modePattern
Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS October 23/24

Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS October 23/24

In this cropped single exposure, the star cluster at upper left (Melotte 179, aka the Summer Beehive) is a little less than 10 degrees from the comet's head. The bright star below the cluster is 2.75 mag. Beta Ophiuchi, aka Cebalrai. Canon 6D, 50mm lens at f3.2, 3 sec at ISO 10000. Gamma slightly reduced.