M 74 is a an example of a "grand design" spiral galaxy, which means it has well defined spiral arms. It has a low surface brightness, that makes is one of the more difficult Messier objects, but the face on view presents a ideal image orientation.
Messier 74 (2019)
- Constellation: Pisces
- Right Ascension: 01h 36m 41.8s
- Declination: +15° 47′ 01″
- Distance: 32 million ly
- Details
- Category: Galaxies
- Telescope: GSO RC10
- Camera: ZWO A071 Color