Object: M74
M74 is a face-on spiral galaxy about 32 million LY away. The galaxy contains two clearly-defined spiral arms and is therefore used as an archetypal example of a Grand Design Spiral Galaxy.
Size: 10.5'x49.5'
Magnitude: 10.0
Scope: AP 130mm EDT f/8, guided
Mount: AP Mach1GTO
Imager: CCD-Labs Q453
Exposure: 4hr (24 subs, 600s) "BadPixel" removal, bias, & flats
Process: Nebulosity, ImagesPlus, & PS
Date: 11-26-2008
Location: Anderson Township, Ohio
File: M74 LPS StdDev ClrBal DD175PS.jpg