A wide field shot of the emission region around the Christmas Tree cluster and the Cone nebula (NGC 2264), juxtaposed by the darker and blue-toned reflection nebulosity of Dreyer’s nebula (IC 2169) with knots of reflection in IC 446/477 and other close-by features. All underneath a colorful star field of large stars and tight star clusters.
Technical details:
Imaging scope: Askar FRA300
Camera: ASI2600MC Pro, at -10C, Gain 100
178 x 120 s (5 h 56’ integration).
Guiding: ASI290MM mini on an OAG on iOptron GEM45 mount
Software: Processed in Astropixel Processor and PS CS5