Early Morning Conjunction of Mars and Jupiter
Taken by Thomas Wildoner on August 16, 2024 @
Weatherly, PA, USA
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Camera Used: Canon Canon EOS 6D
Exposure Time: 30/1
Aperture: f/4.0
ISO: 3200
Date Taken: 2024:08:16 07:52:15
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Here is a view of the early morning conjunction of Mars and Jupiter in the constellation Taurus. The closest approach between these planets happened over the last two days. Mars will continue its trek eastward through Taurus and will be entering Gemini in early September.
Tech Specs: Canon 6D, iOptron Tracking Mount, Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM lens, 32-second exposure, shot at f/4.0 with an ISO setting of 3200 and lens at 19mm. Single frame. Image Date: August 16, 2024. Location: The Dark Side Observatory (W59), Weatherly, PA, USA (Bortle Class 4).
Photographer's website:
https://thedarksideobservatory.com
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