I have been looking at the QHY8 as I like the larger 7.8um pixel size and I was wondering if any one knows whether this chip has or will ever be made into a mono camera?
Frank, I reckon you're best going with a small OSC CCD for a starter. Coming from a DSLR the transition will be quick and easy. Get a mono with Filter wheel and all the gear later on if you feel you have the time, patience, clear skies to go with it.