NGC 253 (Sculptor Galaxy)

 Posted: Sep 12th, 2025
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Technical Info
Telescope/Lens: Sky-Watcher BKP2001
Camera: Canon 450Da
Mount: Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ6 GT
Guide Scope: TS OAG
Guide Camera: ZWO ASI120MM Mini
Software: PixInsight, GIMP
Accessories: Baader MPCC Mark3
Exposure:
12 x 300" ISO/Gain: 800
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 Krym Nauchnyy, Russia
 Sep 14th, 2020
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Reprocessing an old photograph
Resolution: 1920x1280 px
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Amazing! A rare target in our region, the detail and color balance are impressive!
13 Sep, 2025 Reply
Viktor Smagin Replied to Astrodinsk
Thank you for the feedback! Yes, it's an interesting object, a shame it's a bit too low in the sky.
13 Sep, 2025 Reply
Great shot, considering the galaxy is quite low in our skies. I first read about it in your book "Alone with the Cosmos" :)
13 Sep, 2025 Reply
Viktor Smagin Replied to Scuttum
Thank you, glad to hear that!
13 Sep, 2025 Reply

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