Clusters & Stars
The Double Cluster
The Double Cluster (NGC 869 and NGC 884) in Perseus, 7,500 light-years away, photographed by Pete Lawrence.
Target details
The Double Cluster (Caldwell 14) is a pair of open star clusters, NGC 869 and NGC 884, sitting side by side in Perseus. Both lie about 7,500 light-years away, and both can be seen with the naked eye.
Capture details
Data captured 20th March, 2016.
10x 3 minute exposures at ISO400.
Equipment details
Orion Europa 200
NEQ6 Pro
Nikon d7100
Skywatcher ST-80
QHY5L-II
Processing details
This image was processed in Pixinsight & Lightroom.