NGC 253

NGC 253

Spiral Galaxy
NGC 253
Sculptor
0 H 47.6m -25° 17'

Magnitude: 7.1
Size: 25.8' × 5.9'
Distance: 9.8 million light-years

NGC 253

Requires intermediate skills

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This is a bright and large galaxy, but for Northern Hemisphere observers its low latitude could be a challenge.

NovemberBest Month
Best captured in November.
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Refractors

Recommended Equipment
Use a rich-field Newtonian to capture the entire galaxy.

A small refractor is also suitable, though it might require longer exposures.

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