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M51 Whirlpool Galaxy
A galaxy pair in the constellation of Canes Venatici, the larger member is M51 and the smaller member is NGC 5195. They interact with each other and are connected by a material bridge. Due to this effect, the density wave in M51 is amplified, so that strong star formation begins in it. Star formation causes the spiral arms to appear very spectacularly and strongly. The galaxy pair is located between 23 and 31 million light years from us. M51 is approximately 76,000 light years in diameter. It can be observed with simple binoculars in a clear, less light-polluted sky.
Tech details:
Optics: SkyWatcher 200/1000 modified + SW coma corrector
Camera: Explore Scientific Deep Sky Astro Camera 7.1MP + Optolong L-pro filter
Mechanics: SkyWatcher HEQ5 Pro GoTo
Expo detials: 6 hours + correction images
Location: Eger, May 2025
M51 Whirlpool Galaxy
A galaxy pair in the constellation of Canes Venatici, the larger member is M51 and the smaller member is NGC 5195. They interact with each other and are connected by a material bridge. Due to this effect, the density wave in M51 is amplified, so that strong star formation begins in it. Star formation causes the spiral arms to appear very spectacularly and strongly. The galaxy pair is located between 23 and 31 million light years from us. M51 is approximately 76,000 light years in diameter. It can be observed with simple binoculars in a clear, less light-polluted sky.
Tech details:
Optics: SkyWatcher 200/1000 modified + SW coma corrector
Camera: Explore Scientific Deep Sky Astro Camera 7.1MP + Optolong L-pro filter
Mechanics: SkyWatcher HEQ5 Pro GoTo
Expo detials: 6 hours + correction images
Location: Eger, May 2025