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North America and Pelican Nebulas

AndyMc — Tue, 20 Aug 2024 17:39:48 GMT

North America and Pelican NebulasThis is a view of the North America (NGC 7000) and Pelican (IC 5070) Nebulas in the constellation Cygnus.

The North America Nebula is approximately 2600 light years away, and approximately 50 to 100 light years across. It occupies an area in the sky that is approximately 10 times the size of the full Moon.

The Pelican Nebula is approximately 1700 light years away, and approximately 10 light years wide.

This image was the result of 3 nights worth of imaging, and a total of 10 hours and 36 minutes exposure.

It was captured using an EOS Ra body and the EF 400mm f/5.6L USM lens, and associated associated astrophotography gear.

Re: North America and Pelican Nebulas

Tronhard — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 19:23:26 GMT

I really appreciate good astronomical photography and yours is an excellent example. I can absolutely see why each of these was so named! Love the colours too.

Re: North America and Pelican Nebulas

TalonCu — Tue, 02 Sep 2025 21:38:43 GMT

This is an awesome shot! What EQ mount did you use?

Re: North America and Pelican Nebulas

AndyMc — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 14:03:40 GMT

This was done using the Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer GTi.

More complete info on the image can be found at: https://www.astrobin.com/71acf6/