Observation by James Weightman: Cassiopeia Star Colours

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James Weightman

Observer

James Weightman

Observed

2023 Nov 04 - 20:00

Uploaded

2023 Nov 05 - 12:16

Objects

γ-Cas

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Constellation

Cassiopeia

Field centre

RA: 01^h04^m
Dec: +60°29'
Position angle: -20°12'

Field size

16° × 12°

Equipment

OM-5 camera +60mm f/2.8 macro(!) lens on tripod

Exposure

12 x 10 secs = 2mins; f/2.8 ISO 1600

Location

Cirencester, Glos, UK

Target name

Cassiopeia "W" asterism

Title

Cassiopeia Star Colours

About this image

Colours to rival nearby fireworks!

(Some small enhancement in Photoshop - Levels;Saturation.)

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casscolourjw.jpg (687.7 kB)

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