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  • Sombrero Galaxy (M104)

  • Telescope: Celestron EdgeHD 9.25"

  • Mount: Sky-Watcher CQ350

  • Camera: ZWO ASI294MC Pro

  • Filter: Optolong L-Pro 1.25"

  • Software: PixInsight, RC-Astro plugins

  • Acquisition: 85x180s frames - 4h 15'

  • Date: 2024.03.06

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          The Sombrero Galaxy, officially known as M104, is one of the most striking spiral galaxies in the night sky, located approximately 28 million light-years away in the constellation Virgo. Its unique appearance resembles a wide-brimmed hat, which is how it earned its nickname. The galaxy features a bright central bulge and a prominent, dust-laden ring that encircles its disk, giving it a distinctive, hat-like shape. With a magnitude of 8.0, the Sombrero Galaxy is easily visible through amateur telescopes and has captivated astronomers and stargazers for centuries. Its combination of beauty and mystery continues to intrigue both professional astronomers and the astronomy enthusiasts alike.