25 Best Images Captured by The Hubble Space Telescope

These are the best Hubble telescope images of galaxies, planets, Milky way supernova, across the universe. The Hubble Space Telescope captures images of cosmic wonders and investigates their secrets. Since its launch in 1990, Hubble has changed our fundamental understanding of the universe. Hubble telescope has made more than 1.3 million observations since its mission began in 1990. Image Credits - Technical Details of Hubble Space Telescope Optical Capabilities Sensitivity to Light: Ultraviolet through Infrared (115–2500 nanometers) Hubble’s Mirrors Primary Mirror Diameter: 94.5 inches (2.4 m) Primary Mirror Weight: 1,825 pounds (828 kg) Secondary Mirror Diameter: 12 inches (0.3 m) Secondary Mirror Weight: 27.4 pounds (12.3 kg) Pointing Accuracy In order to take images of distant, faint objects, Hubble must be extremely steady and accurate. The telescope is able to lock onto a target without deviating more than 7/1000th of an arcsecond, or about th