NGC 7023 - Iris Nebula

 
 
 
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ngc7023 Iris Nebula
 
   
  • RA: 21:01.36
  • Dec:  +68:10
  • Magnitude: 6.8
  • Size: 18 x 18 arc min
  • Distance: 1,300 ly
  • Constellation:  Cepheus
  • Scope: Orion ED80 f/7
  • Autoguider: ST-4 faint mode
  • Sky conditions:  Above average seeing and transparency
  • Camera: Griffin modified Canon XSi ISO800
  • Exposure: 10 x 7 minutes
  • Date:  November 23, 2010

Comments: The Iris Nebula, also NGC 7023 and Caldwell 4, is a bright reflection nebula and Caldwell object in the constellation Cepheus.