NGC 7479 - Galaxy in Pegasus - CCD shot
A galaxy of unusual shape a few degrees south of Markab (alpha Pegasi).


  • RA: 23:05
  • Dec: 12:20
  • Size: 4.4x3.4'
  • Magnitude: 10.9
  • Distance: 105 million ly
  • Constellation: Pegasus
  • Millennium Star Atlas: Vol. III, p. 1233-4
  • Scope: 12.5" Ritchey-Chretien at f/9
  • Autoguider: ST-4 in average mode
  • Sky conditions: Clear, relatively good seeing.
  • Film: FLI Dream Machine CCD
  • Exposure: 15x45 seconds L, 10x(45 seconds R, 55 seconds G, 68 seconds B)
  • Date: 9-28-00

A reshoot of the version shot from the back patio and damaged by local skyglow. CCD cameras make it easier to subtract the skyglow component but there is still no substitute for shooting under dark skies for best results.


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