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Originally Posted by 04Stefan07
I was thinking of trying out my 1200D unmodded as a test to see how it performs. I might do that for a while before any modding or going to a CCD.
I am guessing Backyard EOS is the software package to use?
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Yep, works a treat with the 1200D, well worth the outlay.
As both Luka and Glen say removing the IRCut filter is relatively easy and does allow more of them pesky photons to be captured. I can get away without having a sensor cool mod on it over here in NZ even in summer it's manageable. But I think the Aust temps are a bit more dramatic so it becomes a very nice to have mod.
The 1200D and it's predecessor the 1100D ( and probably the 1300D ) had a good low noise 18 mp sensor to start with and were the cheapest Canon with the right features hence it's popularity with the astrocrowd.
I suggest you start using unmodded with BYEos and get the hang of things first. Then contemplate your next move either to mod it or move to a dedicated astro camera. You can still sell it later to recoup some of the cost. I'm going to hang on to mine as an OSC option as my buy is mono next ( and soon )