M71
About this celestial object
In Sagitta, M71 appears loose and grainy—an atypical globular cluster.
M71 lies in the modest constellation Sagitta and is regarded as a loosely concentrated globular—long debated as a dense open cluster.
The dense Milky Way field forms a sparkling backdrop; the 250‑mm wide field emphasizes the contrast between cluster and surroundings.
Many short exposures hint at first granularity without bloating the stars.
Image and observation
Catalogue: M 71
Capture date: 2024-07-28
Total exposure: 1140 s
Imaging and processing: Ulrich Schwarz · Vespera Pro