Observation by Paul G. Abel: Saturn close to opposition

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Paul G. Abel

Observer

Paul G. Abel

Observed

2020 Jul 19 - 21:34

Uploaded

2020 Jul 20 - 17:11

Objects

Saturn

Equipment

305mm Newtonian Reflector
ZWO ADC
x167

Title

Saturn close to opposition

About this image

Observation of Saturn with a 12" Newtonian using a ZWO+ADC. The opposition effect was particularly notable- this is where the rings brighten around the time of opposition. The B-Ring seemed particularly brilliant.

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