Orion's Caput (Sh2-264)

Positioned around Lambda Orionis (at the center of the image) it's positioned where can be imagined the head of the Orion's constellation. The circular shape help to remember the shape. The bright orange light in the left-bottom corner is due to luminous Betelgeuse.
 

Technical Data
Optics Photographic teleobjective
Focal Lenght 200 mm
Focal Ratio f/5,6
Exposure Time 30 min exposure
Film Kodak E200
Developement sensibility 320 ISO
Location Pian dell'Armà (PV, Italian Appennines), at 1400m
Date and time of exposure start 14 october 2001, 1.45 UT
Mount Meade 8"
Tracking ST4
Temperature and humidity T=+8°C, RH=47%
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