Universe images by Knut

The planetary nebula M97, also called Owl Nebula is bottom left in the picture. 2.6 kLY away and Mag 9.9. It is believed to be formed 6000 years ago.
The spiral galaxy M108 seen from the edge is about 50 MLY away with Mag 10.7.
The image was made out of 14 subs (5 at 3 min, 9 at 6 min), ISO 1600, light polluted sky, Telescope C 80ED (600mm, f7.5), Canon 40D, Guided.
May 11 2009.

Link til bildet: https://skaarpictures.com/iGalerieAstro/?q=item/73-m108-galaxy-and-m97-nebula-owl-nebula

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