M13 - Globular Cluster in Hercules
Copyright 2003 Thom Iwancio
Generally regarded as the grandest example of globular clusters, M13 contains several hundred thousand stars and lies at a distance of 25,000 light-years.
Date/Location:
April 26, 2003 Iwancio-Hodge
Observatory Bethune, SC
Instrument: SBIG ST-5C through 8" Orion Newtonian
Focal Ratio:
Guiding: Track and accumulate
Conditions: Visually clear with moderate high level water
vapor
Weather: 50 F, Still wind
Exposure: 30 x 30 seconds (track and accumulate mode)
Filters: None
Processing: Photoshop 5