Pillars of Creation in M16

 Posted: Feb 21st, 2026
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Technical Info
Telescope/Lens: Sw 150 pds
Camera: ZWO ASI533MC Pro
Mount: HEQ5 Pro
Guide Scope: 60/240
Guide Camera: Zwo 120mm mini
Software: Pixinsight
Exposure:
19 x 300" ISO/Gain: 100 - Optolong L-extreme
Black, Bortle 1 zone:
 Mozyr, Belarus
1 h 35 m
130
Resolution: 2971x2971 px
Scale: 14863 KB
Honestly, I'm just blown away by these Pillars) It's a shame the whole nebula doesn't fit in the Newtonian's field with the 533 camera, but the best part made it in) I tried to keep the center of the nebula looking as it was captured.
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No more needed. The real treat is around NGC 6611.
22 Feb, 2026 Reply
Robert Nik Replied to Oeswww
Well, it fits completely on the refractor) after all, the bird needs its wings)
22 Feb, 2026 Reply

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