M68 NGC 4590
Object Type
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Globular Cluster
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Constellation
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Hydra
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Magnitude
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7.3
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Size
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11.0' x 11.0'
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M68 is a rather small, but moderately bright globular cluster in Hydra. Being very compact, only a hint of resolution is visible in an 8" telescope.

45 minutes exposure, Kodak Ektachrome 200 slide film.
5" f/5 refractor, prime focus.

311 second image. Modified Canon Digital Rebel DSLR camera.
5" f/5 refractor at prime focus.

Combination of 30, 60 second exposures.
SBIG STL-1001E CCD. 20" f/6.8 cassegrain telescope at prime focus.