NGC 6656
Use your telescope rigs to see how this object appears.
Telescope setups ranked by optical compatibility with this target.
Galaxy Hunter
A long-focal-length one-shot-color imaging rig built around the Celestron EdgeHD 9.25. The flat, edge-corrected field and a 0.7x reducer bring galaxies and compact planetary nebulae within reach, while the EQ6-R Pro carries the tube steadily through long exposures.
7 components
Beginner Astrophotography Rig
Simple and beginner-friendly deep-sky imaging setup. The RedCat 51 is a forgiving short focal length scope; the ASI533MC square sensor fits its field perfectly.
6 components
Beginner Backyard Observer
A complete 8" Dobsonian package on a smooth alt-az base — the classic best-value first telescope. Eight inches of aperture shows the Moon and planets in detail and pulls in bright galaxies and nebulae, and it comes ready to observe out of the box. Paired here with a wide 2" low-power eyepiece and a sharp high-power eyepiece to cover the whole range.
4 components
Portable Travel Rig
Grab-and-go refractor for casual observing and travel. The ZenithStar 73 fits in a backpack and delivers excellent views of the Moon, planets, and bright DSOs.
3 components