M104

[gregbradley]

One of the most beautiful galaxies around. It is also quite small despite being rather bright.

I took this over several nights.

TEC180 at F11.2, FLI ML8300, Tak NJP mount, 50mm square Baader LRGB filters.

LRGB 80 80 70 70

From my front yard.

http://upload.pbase.com/gregbradley/image/123997685/large

Greg.

[Jeffkop]

Is one of those galaxies that never fails to appeal does it ... I think its to do with the starfield as well with this field of view which , in my experience is the most common ... most dont have the focal length to get a full frame view. As is your custom Greg, this is of course another very worthwhile image, the main target looks great and I really like the big blue and orange stars as well ... I think a fantastic composition too.

[allan gould]

Really like your image Greg. Well composed with nice detail. This, M83 and 5128 are always worth photographing

[Omaroo]

Beautiful shot Greg. One of my faves. :thumbsup:

[Hagar]

Very nice Greg but a bit small through the FSQ.

[multiweb]

Nice shot. Beautiful details. :thumbsup:

[h0ughy]

nice image - the colours and presentation are very pleasing

[TrevorW]

Nice greg but this is definitely one for the big one when it arrives

[gregbradley]

Thanks Jeff.



Thanks Allan. M104 is one of the prettiest galaxies for sure.



Thanks Chris.



Yes its pushing the 180mm hard too.



Thanks Marc.



Thanks David.



Thanks Trevor. Yes, it is pushing a 7 inch refractor to the limit.