M18

 Posted: Feb 24th, 2026
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Technical Info
Telescope/Lens: 200/800
Camera: ZWO ASI533MC Pro
Mount: HEQ5 Pro
Guide Scope: 30/120
Guide Camera: Zwo 178mm
Software: Pixinsight
Exposure:
10 x 60" ISO/Gain: 100 - UV IR Cut
Yellow, Bortle 5 zone:
 Mozyr, Belarus
10 m
52
Resolution: 2928x2923 px
Scale: 14545 KB
Open star cluster M18 in the constellation Sagittarius. Captured during the Messier Marathon for my collection.
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Not many people post star clusters, by the way—everyone seems to want nebulae. Not long ago, I also photographed the Beehive and the Double Cluster in Perseus. Maybe I should post those.
Today, at 12:44 Reply
Robert Nik Replied to Poppy8micro
Yes, I've noticed that open clusters don't get much attention. But it becomes clear why when you see who's shooting from which light pollution zone. As for me, I'm obsessed—I shoot everything I like) except planets, I don't have the setup for them and, most importantly, the seeing conditions.
Today, at 14:08 Reply
Poppy8micro Replied to Robert Nik
And I also shoot whatever I like. I'm currently assembling a planetary setup and want to give it a try.
Today, at 14:39 Reply
Robert Nik Replied to Poppy8micro
And what telescope is that for planets?
Today, at 17:18 Reply
Poppy8micro Replied to Robert Nik
Svbony mk105 + 662mc
Today, at 17:23 Reply
Robert Nik Replied to Poppy8micro
So that's a small thing for planets) you need a bigger aperture)
Today, at 18:08 Reply
Poppy8micro Replied to Robert Nik
Well, you have to start somewhere, to get used to a different type of telescope. A friend also gave me a 2x Barlow lens. I’ll play around with it—Jupiter and Saturn definitely fit nicely, I checked in the app.
Today, at 18:49 Reply
Poppy8micro Replied to Robert Nik
I want to try bright planetary nebulae like the Cat's Eye.
Today, at 18:49 Reply
Robert Nik Replied to Poppy8micro
Of course, I had to try it. I tested it with a 150/750 reflector, but the seeing was poor.
Today, at 20:45 Reply
Robert Nik Replied to Poppy8micro
The Cat's Eye is a very challenging target. I captured it, but only the outer regions came out.
Today, at 20:46 Reply

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