Astronomy Photos


29. Western Veil Nebula, near the wing of Cygnus the Swan.  It's also known by some as the Witch's Broom.  Look at all those stars!  In the city, you won't be able to see any of those stars.  Not even that brightest one.

 

Optics: 80mm ED Refractor, 500mm focal length, f/6.25
Mount: CG-5 ASGT
Camera: Canon XTi, not modified
Filters: None
Exposure: 20 x 240 seconds, iso 1600