NGC 884 NGC 869
The Double Cluster


Combination of 3, 90 second images. Modified Canon Digital Rebel DSLR camera.
5" f/5 refractor at prime focus.

Commonly known as the "Double Cluster" NGC 869 and NGC 884 make an impressive sight in the telescope. For a long time there has been speculation that the two clusters are associated with each other. However recent research has put doubt in this idea as it indicates that the two clusters are at different distances and have different ages.


Combination of 15, 60 second images. Modified Canon Digital Rebel DSLR camera.
5" f/5 refractor at prime focus.