The Nearest Globular Cluster M4 can easily be found two full moon widths west of Antares in Scorpio. It lies a mere 7,000 light years away and is the closest globular clusters found in the sky. At magnitude 5.9, it is discernible with naked eyes under dark and clear skies. Binoculars reveal a gentle glow and its loose stars are easily resolved with a 5 inch scope as seen in this 28 minute exposure.
Date Imaged: December 18, 2006
Lens: Astrophysics 5" f8 Starfire
Exposure: LRGB = 28:28:28:28 minutes
Mount: Losmandy Titan
December 18, 2006
Astrophysics 5" f8 Starfire
LRGB = 28:28:28:28 minutes
Losmandy Titan
Coordinates: Scorpio 16h 24’ -26deg 33’
Camera: Atik 16HR, Astronomik filters
Location: Stardust Observatory, Baguio, Philippines
Scorpio 16h 24’ -26deg 33’
Atik 16HR, Astronomik filters
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Stardust Observatory, Baguio, Philippines
60 P. Paterno St., Brgy. South Drive, Baguio City, 2600
Philippines