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Originally Posted by JA
Hi Andy,
Given the constraints you've mentioned then both Taks would seem excellent choices, esp. with extenders
BTW: I just checked if it's the QSI 6162, you may not be that badly off in terms of image circle issues as it does not have a FullFrame (43.3mm diagonal) sensor, but rather a 34.6mm diagonal sensor. So who knows you may get by. It's certainly worth a try with your existing gear.
Best
JA
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Thanks JA, good advice - I may well try that.
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Originally Posted by Atmos
Alternatively I could potentially bring around a ASI094 full frame to give your current setup a test  |
Actually Colin, that's not a bad idea if you're up for it! Cheers
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Originally Posted by gregbradley
But imaging refractors around $6K;
1. FSQ 106 EDX (not the 85mm baby Q which seems to be a rather poor scope). Usually thy sell for a bit more but there is one for sale on this site asking $7950. I had an FSQ106EDXiii and it was great. The latest iv model has a part in the focuser as a solid molding.
2. TOA130 would be superb if you can find one.
130mm scopes have a nice aperture for fainter stuff so the brighter galaxies would be available with extenders like the TOA has.
Versatility is something I would consider. If you plan on taking it to a dark site portability would be important as well.
Greg.
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Thanks for chiming in Greg, You're echoing what I'm thinking as the moment - and yes, portability is an issue - no messing about with collimation etc either.
Hmmmm -
