M33 - Triangulum Galaxy

  
 
 
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  • RA: 01:34
  • Dec: +30:39
  • Magnitude: 5.7
  • Distance: 3000 kly
  • Constellation:  Triangulum
  • Dimension: 73 x 45 arcmin
  • Scope: 8" SCT at f/6.3
  • Autoguider: ST-4 in faint mode
  • Sky conditions:  Transparency and seeing above average.
  • Camera: Hutech modified Canon 300D
  • Exposure:  12 x 5 minutes
  • Date:  9/30/2005
Comments:  A prominent member of the local group of galaxies.  About an average size for spiral galaxies with low surface brightness.  The night was pleasant with a low in the mid 40s.  This is the second time out with the Canon 300D.