Observation by Alan Ferguson: Sombrero Galaxy M104

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Alan Ferguson

Observer

Alan Ferguson

Observed

2026 Apr 21 - 23:30

Uploaded

2026 Apr 22 - 20:36

Objects

The Sombrero Galaxy (M104)

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Constellation

Virgo

Field centre

RA: 12^h39^m
Dec: -11°37'
Position angle: +5°46'

Field size

0°23' × 0°15'

Equipment

ZWO 107 FF APO, ASI 2600MC Pro Duo, Optolong L Enhance Dual Band Filter

Exposure

22 x 180 secs

Location

Oxfordshire

Target name

M104

Title

Sombrero Galaxy M104

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