TL;DR:
- Dhaka-based astrophotographer Zubuyer captured a detailed image of the Orion Nebula using a self-designed 900mm telescope and 4.5 hours of exposure time.
- The photograph was taken on October 28th using advanced equipment including an iOptron CEM40G mount and QHY268C cooled astronomy camera with dual narrowband filters.
- The achievement demonstrates how urban astronomers can capture professional-quality images despite city light pollution.
- The Orion Nebula, located 1,500 light-years from Earth, is a stellar nursery visible to the naked eye and popular among astronomers.
Amateur astrophotographer Zubuyer Kaolin has captured a breathtaking image of the Orion Nebula from his rooftop observatory in Dhaka, Bangladesh, showcasing the remarkable possibilities of urban astronomy.
The detailed photograph, taken on October 28th, reveals the intricate gas clouds and stellar formations within Messier 42, commonly known as the Orion Nebula, one of the most prominent deep-sky objects visible from Earth. Using a custom-built 900mm f/8.8 telescope of his own design, Zubuyer accumulated 4.5 hours of total exposure time to create the final image.
The photographer employed sophisticated equipment including an iOptron CEM40G mount for precise sky tracking and a QHY268C cooled astronomy camera to capture the nebula’s subtle details. A dual narrowband filter helped overcome the challenging light pollution conditions of Dhaka’s urban environment.
“I enjoy all aspects of astrophotography from lunar and planetary to deepsky photography,” says Zubuyer, demonstrating how modern technology and dedication can produce professional-quality astronomical images even from light-polluted city locations.
The Orion Nebula, located approximately 1,500 light-years from Earth, is one of the brightest nebulae visible to the naked eye and a popular target for both amateur and professional astronomers. The region serves as an active stellar nursery where new stars are constantly forming within its vast clouds of gas and dust.
This achievement highlights the growing accessibility of advanced astrophotography to enthusiasts worldwide and demonstrates how urban astronomers can produce remarkable images despite challenging observing conditions. The image stands as a testament to the democratization of astronomy through modern technology and innovative techniques.
