M27
From CityDeepSky
(Difference between revisions)
Latest revision as of 17:08, 16 January 2009
| M27 |
| Object #32 |
| Object type |
| Other Names NGC 6853, Dumbbell Nebula |
| Data |
| Magnitude:8.4 Right ascension:19:59:36.30 |
| Visibility |
|
Binocular |
A spectacular planetary nebula, the Dumbbell Nebula is easily seen in a telescope. Given it's magnitude, I was amazed to see it in my binoculars as well, though it's not as spectacular through them. Not visible to the unaided eye.
[edit] Locate M27
Click on map for larger image.
[edit] Observations
| Observer: Jason Nishiyama | Location:Calgary | Date of observation:05 August 2008 | Observations made:NBT |
| Visibility: BT | Binocular type:10x50 | Telescope type:MAK127 |
