Lagoon Nebula M8

 Posted: Feb 17th, 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:
11 x 180" ISO/Gain: 100 - Optolong L-extreme
Yellow, Bortle 5 zone:
 Mozyr, Belarus
33 m
47
Resolution: 3008x3008 px
Scale: 5285 KB
That's the Lagoon Nebula! Halfway across the entire galaxy (c)

The Lagoon Nebula M8 in the constellation Sagittarius. One of my favorite targets) Unfortunately, it's not very accessible for me—its peak visibility is during the bright nights of June and July, and it sits quite low above the horizon. But I'm stubborn and persistent, so I shoot it anyway, even with guiding errors up to 2". Each session like this is a personal challenge. For its sake. Southern targets will always be a priority for me because of their inaccessibility. And let's be honest, they're worth it) 
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