Milky Way Painted with a Perseid Meteor Streak
Last night, nature put on a spectacular show, and it was captured through the lens of an unlikely tool: an iPhone 15!
This stunning image showcases the breathtaking sweep of our own Milky Way galaxy, dramatically punctuated by a bright streak from the ongoing Perseid Meteor Shower. It's a beautiful reminder of the cosmic events unfolding above us, visible even with everyday technology.
Behind the Shot
- Camera: iPhone 15
- Exposure: 30 seconds
- Dark Sky: Bortle 3
The combination of a long exposure and a Bortle 3 sky (indicating a very dark location with minimal light pollution) was key to capturing both the faint details of the Milky Way and the sudden brilliance of the meteor.
This photograph is a testament to how far smartphone photography has come, allowing enthusiasts to document incredible celestial events with remarkable quality. It encourages us all to look up and perhaps even try capturing the wonders of the night sky ourselves!
