NGC 2264 Cone Nebula

NGC 2264 Christmas Tree Cluster & Cone Nebula is located in the constellation Monoceros, approximately 2,600 light-years from Earth. The bright star is 15 Mon.

Image Details
Camera QHY9
Scope GSO 8 RC
Mount EQ6-Pro
Guiding WO Megrez 72FD, PHD, QHY5 Drift (-29,76) over 2:00
Exposure LRGB 50:15:20:20, total 1:45 @ -20C (subs 5min)
Location Donvale
Date 2010-02-23
Coordinates RA: 06h 41m 06s
DEC: +09° 53' 41"
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NGC 2264 Cone Nebula
NGC 2264 Cone Nebula