NGC3344
About this celestial object
NGC 3344 shows fine spiral filigree in the gentle sheen of the spring sky.
Visually modest, NGC 3344 reveals photographically fine spiral arms around a bright core—a quiet, rewarding spring guest.
At only about 4° altitude and 62% humidity, the 250 mm F/5 system works against haze and a long air path; stacking makes the details visible.
5790 seconds of total exposure lift the galaxy cleanly from the stellar background.
Image and observation
Catalogue: NGC 3344
Capture date: 2025-03-06
Total exposure: 6060 s
Imaging and processing: Ulrich Schwarz · Vespera Pro