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NGC7023 - Iris Nebula (Widefield), Joe Santacroce
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NGC7023 - Iris Nebula (Widefield)

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NGC7023 - Iris Nebula (Widefield)

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The Iris Nebula is a bright reflection nebula in the constellation Cepheus. The designation NGC 7023 refers to the open cluster within the larger reflection nebula designated LBN 487. The nebula, which shines at magnitude +6.8, is illuminated by a magnitude +7.4 star designated SAO 19158. Wikipedia

Radius: 2.9998 light years
Magnitude: 6.8
Constellation: Cepheus
Distance: 1,300 ly

Samyang\Rokinon 135mm F2 Lens with ASI294mc-p Camera
Optolong UV/IR Cut Filter
ZWO 30mm Guide Scope with ASI462mc Camera
Skywatcher SA GTI Mount
ASIAIR Pro

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113 x 240s = 7 hrs 32mins Total Integration

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NGC7023 - Iris Nebula (Widefield), Joe Santacroce