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
Object
Leo Triplet (M66 Group)
Distance
approx. 35 million light years
Date
13. & 14.02.2023
Exposure
171x180sec - approx. 8.5h
Mount
Skywatcher EQ6-R Pro
Telescope
Skywatcher 200PDS Newton
Camera
ZWO ASI 2600mc Pro
Corrector
TS-Optics Newton Coma Corrector 1.0x
Guiding
Zwo Asi OAG with ZWO Asi 120mc & Asiair
Software
AsiAir, Astropixel Processor, Photoshop CC, Topaz Deniose AI, Star X Terminator
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