Milky Way Magic Over Joshua Tree

Joshua Tree National Park is renowned for its otherworldly landscapes, but when night falls, a different kind of magic takes over. Behold, the Milky Way, a celestial river of stars, gracing the desert skies.

This incredible shot was captured using a Lumix G9 camera, paired with the remarkable Laowa Optics 7.5mm lens. On the MFT sensor, this translates to a 15mm equivalent, providing a wide field of view perfect for sweeping landscapes and the vastness of space.

Here are the technical details behind this stellar image:

• Camera: Lumix G9
• Lens: Laowa Optics 7.5mm (15mm equivalent on MFT sensor)
• Shutter Speed (SP): 25 seconds
• Aperture: f2.0
• ISO: 1600

The combination of a wide aperture, a long exposure, and a capable camera sensor allowed for the capture of faint starlight, revealing the intricate details of our own galaxy. The result is a truly magical view, a testament to both the natural beauty of Joshua Tree and the power of modern astrophotography.

We're thrilled to share this moment of cosmic wonder with you!