| M-65 in Leo | |
| M-65 is a reasonably bright galaxy and is visible in an 8 inch scope. Maybe six inch if you have dark skies. If you locate it, be sure to view M-66 and NGC 3628. A wide field eyepiece may allow you to view all three galaxies at the same time. This galaxy grouping is known as the Leo Trio. | |
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 | Size: 9.8 x 2.8 arcmin Magnitude: 10.3 Surface Brightness: 12.8 RA: 11h 18m 55.3s Dec: 13d 05m 35s | 
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 | Scope: 8" LX 200 SCT | 
| M-5C CCD Camera | |
| Focal Ratio: f4 | |
| Exposure: 36 min | |
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