Taken at WSP 2009 under very windy (and cloudy) conditions. This image was a collaboration between Steve Davis and Frank Barrett. Thanks to Steve for the choice of target, the use of his excellent scope and assistance during acquisition.
Note: This image won 2nd place at the WSP 2009 Astrophotography contest for the category "Wide Field"
Date: | 2/25/2009 |
Location: | West Summerland Key, FL |
Optics: | Megrez 80 at 560mm f/7 |
Exposure: | 6 x 15 min |
Camera: | SBIG STL-11000M |
Mount: | Losmandy G11 |