Spiral Galaxy
NGC 5236
Hydra
13H 37m -29° 52'

Magnitude: 7.6
Size: 11' × 10'
Distance: 15 million light-years

Skill Level
M83 is large and bright, but for Northern Hemisphere observers it is very low in the sky. Patience and long exposures are a must.

Recommended Equipment
A rich-field Newtonian is perfect for this large galaxy.

An SCT is also a good choice if your tracking is accurate enough.

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