Wallpaper author:
Alessandro Motta
31 Aug 2024
NGC 6729
Hidden in the southern constellation of Corona Australis, around 424 light-years from Earth, lies the enchanting NGC 6729. This reflection and emission nebula is a celestial marvel, showcasing the dramatic interplay between young stars and the surrounding interstellar dust and gas. With an apparent magnitude of 9.6, NGC 6729 is a beautiful yet challenging object, best viewed through long-exposure astrophotography.
Dataset from which the image was processed
NGC 6729
15 credit
- Type of target............................................................................................................................Reflection Nebula
- Camera............................................................................................................................FLI ProLine PL9000
- Target coordinates............................................................................................................................RA 285.4433 Dec -36.9611
- Hemisphere............................................................................................................................Southern
- Telescope location............................................................................................................................Chile
- Transient event............................................................................................................................No
- Observed on............................................................................................................................18 Sept 2020 - 08 Oct 2021
Filter | Avg Exp (s) | Total Exposure | Subframes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luminance | 673 | 7h40m | 41 |
| Red | 673 | 7h40m | 41 |
| Blue | 483 | 5h30m | 41 |
| Green | 428 | 4h45m | 40 |