Galaxies
The Eyes Galaxies
This image is centered on 'The Eyes Galaxies', which are apparent magnitude +10, also known as NGC 4438 & 4435.
Target details
This image is centered on 'The Eyes Galaxies', which are apparent magnitude +10, also known as NGC 4438 & 4435. This area of sky would be empty to the naked eye, even through a moderate telescope at a dark site. It includes a number of galaxies including NGC 4438, NGC 4435, NGC 4461, NGC 4458, NGC 4402, NGC 4425, NGC 4387, M86 & a couple which I can't find names for.
Capture details
Data captured 14th March, 2016.
25x 2 minute exposures at ISO400.
Equipment details
Orion Europa 200
NEQ6 Pro
Nikon d7100
Skywatcher ST-80
QHY5L-II
Processing details
This image was processed in Pixinsight & Lightroom.
Quick facts
- What is The Eyes Galaxies?
- This image is centered on 'The Eyes Galaxies', which are apparent magnitude +10, also known as NGC 4438 & 4435. This area of sky would be empty to the naked eye, even through a moderate telescope at a dark site.
- What are its catalogue names?
- M86, NGC 4438, NGC 4435, NGC 4461, NGC 4458, NGC 4402, NGC 4425, NGC 4387
- When was this photo taken?
- 14 March 2016
- What equipment was used?
- Orion Europa 200, NEQ6 Pro, Nikon d7100, Skywatcher ST-80, QHY5L-II
- Where was it taken from?
- Lisburn, Northern Ireland.