| The Sombrero Galaxy (M104) is located in the constellation of Virgo, at a distance of 28,000 LY from Earth. This spiral galaxy is viewed nearly edge-on and displays a pronounced central band of obsurring gas and dust. It is one of the brightest members of the Virgo Cluster of galaxies. |
| Date: | April 10, 2007 |
| Optics: | WO ZS 105mm f/7 Apo Refractor - Baader IR Filter |
| Camera: | Canon Digital Rebel 300D / Modified (Hap Griffin) |
| Exposure: | 120 Minutes / 24x300s @ 800ASA |
| Guiding: | Manually guided on a 14" Meade LX200 |
| Location: | Skyhawk Observatory, West Bend, WI |
| Photo By: | Rick Kazmierski |
