Messier 13

Constellation: Hercules

Messier 13 (a.k.a NGC 6205) is a globular cluster located in the constellation of Hercules. Messier 13 is about bout 145 Ly in diameter and composed of several hundred thousand stars. Messier 13 is 22’200 Ly away from Earth. The galaxy NGC 6207 is also visible in this image. Link to interactive sky chart.

Dates:

This image was taken in July 2024.

Telescope & Mount:

656 14″ Corrected Newtonian on a ASA DDM100 mount.

Imaging:

Camera: PlayerOne Zeus Mono (bin 1×1)

Data:
Red: 239x60s
Green: 180x30s
Blue: 138x60s

Total integration time: 4h 38.5′