beginner help

[asdf1]

Thanks for the response Robert, would this scope be suitable to viewing what i asked?


http://www.ozscopes.com.au/celestron-powerseeker-50-az-refractor-telescope.html

[Robert9]

Hi, and welcome.
I think you would probably be very unhappy with this scope. At the price you cannot expect great quality in the optics and with a maximum magnification of x90 (or so they say) you won't see much. Looking at the specs. for a x90 with a 6mm eyepiece you are looking at a focal length (f.l) of about 540mm. The 50mm lens at f.l. 540, the aperture is only f11. (hope I've got my calcs. right :P )
I really don't think you'll see very much. I suggest you read plenty, ask questions and save your money for something which will really give you great pleasure. Join an astronomy club if you can. There you will find plenty of people willing to help you.
Robert

[asdf1]

Hi thanks for the response, would this scope be suitable for viewing what i asked?

http://www.ozscopes.com.au/celestron-powerseeker-50-az-refractor-telescope.html

[brian nordstrom]

:help:Ouch !!! Robert is right , DONT !!!touch as these are the original hobby killers , total rubbish .

My advice is grab that 90mm and mount off the classifieds that Stefan07 is selling , much better in all ways :thumbsup:.

Brian.

[brian nordstrom]

:shrug::shrug: Double OUCH !!!! don't waste your money , I grabbed one of these years ago just to see if there was anything worth something :sadeyes: , no more total rubbish , hobby killer again , look in the classifieds here ;) .
Celeston are doing them selves no favours putting their name on this rubbish , sorry to be blunt but please don't waste your money , ok .

Brian.

[Robert9]

Hi again - sorry don't know your name.
I would strongly suggest that you hold off buying anything just now. Try and find a local astronomy club. Talk to people and try and get to see through as many scopes as possible. That way you will build up your understanding and allow you then to choose the scope which best suits your requirements.
I understand how hard it must be when you are filled with enthusiasm, but better to do this than be bitterly disappointed by a rushed decision which will more than likely destroy any further thoughts of astronomy as a hobby.
Robert

[Robert9]

This may also help you.
http://www.bintel.com.au/Gettng-started.aspx