Astrophotographer captures breathtaking view of 548 galaxies from a balcony
Astrophotographer Cornelis Van Zuilen captured a detailed image of the 'Leo Triplet' galaxies using 60 hours of light data from his home balcony. The project highlights the capabilities of modern amateur astronomy equipment.
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This demonstrates the increasing accessibility of high-end astrophotography for hobbyists, allowing for professional-grade deep-space imaging from residential locations.
Astrophotography Astrophotographer captures breathtaking view of 548 galaxies from a balcony News By Anthony Wood published 3 June 2026 Over 60 hours of light data was used to create this stunning view of the gravitationally bound "Leo Triplet" galaxies.
The article is a factual report on a hobbyist achievement and equipment usage.
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