By Nanci McCraine | 2025-02-07
Nebulae in the Monoceros Constellation
On 02/01/2025 12:30 am by Tameem Altameemi | Website | United Arab Emirates
“This image captures a stunning collection of nebulae in the Monoceros constellation, taken from the skies of the United Arab Emirates. The Rosette Nebula (NGC 2244) is a vast cloud of gas and dust, forming a beautiful cosmic flower. The Cone Nebula and Snowflake Cluster (NGC 2264) create a mesmerizing structure of dark dust and bright young stars. Dreyer’s Nebula (IC 2169) shines as a reflection nebula, scattering light from nearby stars. Hubble’s Variable Nebula (NGC 2261) is unique due to its changing shape and brightness over time. This image was captured using a Samyang 135mm lens and a ZWO ASI294MC Pro camera with a total exposure time of 6 hours and 50 minutes.”
-Main Scope: Samyang 135mm f1.8
-Guiding Scope: Svbony Mini Guider Scope 30mm/120mm F4
-Mount: iOptron HAE43
-Main Camera: ZWO ASI294MC - Pro (cooled)
-Guide Camera: ZWO ASI120mm
-Imaging Software: AsiAir
-Filter: Optolong L-eNhance
-Camera Temp: -10°C
-Gain: 120
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