Observation by Mike Crowle: NGC 6946, Cepheus

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Michael Crowle

Observer

Mike Crowle

Observed

2026 Jul 21 - 23:20

Uploaded

2026 Jul 30 - 20:32

Objects

The Fireworks Galaxy (NGC6946)

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Constellation

Cepheus

Field centre

RA: 20^h34^m
Dec: +60°07'
Position angle: -38°52'

Field size

0°53' × 0°34'

Equipment

Revelation 12" f/4 Newtonian
Astro-modified Canon EOS 600D
Astronomik CLS filter
Losmandy G11 mount

Exposure

19 x 4-min, ISO 1600

Location

St. Blazey, Cornwall

Target name

NGC 6946, Cepheus

Title

NGC 6946, Cepheus

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