M78
15.2.2008

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Telescope SkyWatcher Equinox 80
Camera SXV-H9C
Exposure 120 min
Filter Astronomik CLS

M78 is a nebula in constellation Orion. This nebula is often overlooked by the more famous Great Orion nebula (M42) , Horsehead and Flame Nebula but this is a beautiful yet challenging target.

Distance about 1600 ly.
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