Spiral Galaxy NGC 253 Sculptor 0 H 47.6m -25° 17'
Magnitude: 7.1 Size: 25.8' × 5.9' Distance: 9.8 million light-years
Skill Level This is a bright and large galaxy, but for Northern Hemisphere observers its low latitude could be a challenge.
Recommended Equipment Use a rich-field Newtonian to capture the entire galaxy.
A small refractor is also suitable, though it might require longer exposures.
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