Messier 32

Nestled in the vast expanse of the cosmos, Messier 32, or M32, is a celestial gem worth exploring. This dwarf elliptical galaxy, situated in the constellation Andromeda, holds intriguing secrets that continue to captivate astronomers and stargazers alike.

Messier 32 was first documented by the French astronomer Charles Messier in 1749. Its compact size and elliptical shape earned it a place in the Messier catalog, where it bears the designation M32. With a visual magnitude of around 8.1, it's faintly visible with a good pair of binoculars or a small telescope.

Sessions

Total Integration Time:

Sept. 12, 2023 - 40 * 180.0 seconds
Optolong L-Pro

Catalogues

Messier New General Catalogue

Targets

M32 ARP168 NGC221

Gear

Telescope: Celestron Nexstar 8se
Camera: ZWO ASI294MC Pro
Mount: Sky-Watcher EQM-35 Pro