NamesIris Nebula, NGC 7023, Caldwell 4, Collinder 429
TypeReflection nebula
ConstellationCepheus
Distance≈ 1,400 ly
Magnitude7
Size18′
RA21h 01m 36.9s
Dec+68° 09′ 48″

The Iris Nebula is a bright reflection nebula located about 1,300 light years from Earth in the constellation of Cepheus. The nebula is illuminated by a magnitude +7.4 star designated HD 200775.1

Iris Nebula

Photo Details

TelescopeSeestar S50 (250 mm f/5)
Dates2026-09-21
Integration time3h 14m

Footnotes

  1. Wikipedia - Iris Nebula