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Old 23-07-2013, 06:48 PM
Mckechg (Grant)
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Location: Williamstown, Victoria
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cassegrain Vs Newtonian for AP

Hi all,

i have come into a window of opportunity and I am looking to purchase one of the below.

I primarily do AP and I have a DOB for visual.

I have a HEQ5 Pro mount and I use a DSLR (canon 7D) with a long 500mm lens for my AP now.

I travel with my scope (in my car) and portability is important. hence the 800mm focal length preference.

I however wish to get a scope. (NOW :-) )

These are my two options; the Cassegrain is a late suggestion by the supplier and I have no knowledge of them as an AP platform.

OPTION 1: http://www.bintel.com.au/Telescopes/...oductview.aspx

OPTION 2:
http://www.bintel.com.au/Telescopes/...oductview.aspx

The price is not the biggest driving factor and I was settled on this
( http://www.bintel.com.au/Telescopes/...oductview.aspx ) until I was told it was no longer available.

I want to do more DSO and alike. So please suggest as needed. I want to purchase ASAP. (like before the weekend)

Thanks guys and gals.

g./
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