Leo Triplet (M66 Group)

The Leo Triplet, also known as M65, M66 and NGC 3628, is a remarkable group of galaxies in the constellation Leo. M65 and M66 are spiral galaxies, while NGC 3628 is an edge-on galaxy. All three lie about 35 million light years from Earth and offer breathtaking insights into the structures and properties of galaxies – an impressive example of the diversity and beauty of the universe.
IMAGE DATA
ObjectLeo Triplet (M66 Group)
Distanceapprox. 35 million light years
Date13. & 14.02.2023
Exposure171x180sec - approx. 8.5h
MountSkywatcher EQ6-R Pro
TelescopeSkywatcher 200PDS Newton
CameraZWO ASI 2600mc Pro
CorrectorTS-Optics Newton Coma Corrector 1.0x
GuidingZwo Asi OAG with ZWO Asi 120mc & Asiair
SoftwareAsiAir, Astropixel Processor, Photoshop CC, Topaz Deniose AI, Star X Terminator