Saturn Approaching Opposition

[orion25]

Saturn is emerging above the horizon around midnight and will reach opposition (position opposite the sun) on August 14 when it will be closest and brightest. I imaged this shot with my ZWO ASI-224MC space camera and 180mm Mak-Cass telescope.

 

Clear skies!

Reggie 🤩

[Stu]

Very nice shot Reggie, and thanks also for the reminder. I can’t believe where the year has gone, and had totally lost track of how close to opposition it is. Must have a look soon!

[Guest]

Beautiful picture.  The wife has been waiting for the return of the gas giants.  She would look at Saturn all night.  

[morimarty]

Very nice image Reggie. you can clearly see some banding on the globe.

[Pete Presland]

Very nicely captured Reggie, some very nice details visible.