NGC 6946 - The Fireworks Galaxy
Photo description / processing
NGC 6946 – Fireworks Galaxy
The fireworks galaxy is a face-on galaxy which straddles the boundary between Cygnus and Cepheus.
The very distinct spiral structure, the galaxy is reputed to have a large number of exploding stars. Place this in a very colorful starfield and you have fireworks… A very pretty and colorful galaxy to image.
Technical information
- Telescope/Lens
- MallinCam VRC-8
- Camera
- ZWO ASI 1600MM Pro
- Mount
- HEQ6 Pro
- Software
- Pixinsight, Affinity Photo
- Location
- Moncton, canada
Exposure
- 40 × 90″ · ISO/Gain: 139 · Lum
- 40 × 90″ · ISO/Gain: 139 · Red
- 40 × 90″ · ISO/Gain: 139 · Green
- 42 × 90″ · ISO/Gain: 139 · Blue
Total exposure: 4 h 3 m
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