NGC 4216 and friends

Here is a galaxy triplet group in Virgo (Virgo Cluster members) - NGC 4216, NGC 4222, NGC 4206 and others. The Full size image and exposure, processing details are at:

http://jthommes.com/Astro/NGC4216.htm
(be sure to click on the image for full size)

Scope - C8 at f/4.8
Artemis285 IR/UV Block and RGB filters
G11/Gemini
Guiding - Megrez II at 1350 mm FL, DSI Pro, K3CCDTools

Nice shot. There is sooo much to see in that part of the sky.

So how do you get a C8 at f4.8? A single focal reducer? I am always looking for ways to get wider shots, but my 6.3 focal reducer messes with the flatness. I still use it though. Your shot looks pretty flat.

Charlie

Welcome back, Jim.
That's an interesting cluster that I wasn't aware of. I'm surprised that it isn't imaged as much, seeing as how it's such a handsome grouping.
Well done.

dan

Hi Jim,

Nice image of this "other" trio of galaxies.

Jason

Sweet shot Jim!
Lovely detail & colors!

Thanks for sharing! 8)

Great shot Jim!!

Thanks for the comments folks!