Helix Nebula NGC7293

 Posted: Sep 22nd, 2026
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Technical Info
Telescope/Lens: Sharpstar 76 edph f4.5
Camera: ZWO ASI533MC Pro
Mount: HEQ5 Pro
Guide Scope: 30/120
Guide Camera: Zwo 178mm
Software: Pixinsight
Exposure:
13 x 180" ISO/Gain: 100 - Optolong L-extreme
Green, Bortle 4 zone:
 Mozyr, Belarus
39 m
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Resolution: 2882x2847 px
Scale: 4479 KB

The Snail Nebula, also known as the Helix, also known as the Eye of God, also known simply as the nearest Planetary Nebula to us in the constellation Aquarius, or in common parlance NGC7293.

Something is wrong with the background, maybe it was shot during the moon. I don't know. 

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