solar observing q's

[lesbehrens]

hi:hi:, i am interested in getting into solar observing and wondering the best way to get started. i dont know if i should buy a solar telescope of buy a filter? i know of two types of solar telescoes the Lunt solar systems and Coronado. which one is the better brand? what type of detail would i expect to see through a 60mm one? or do i need a camera set up to get some detail?
thanks

[h0ughy]

the lunt is not out yet- so give it a month until they come out. in saying that i have ordered Lunt 60mm Ha Double Pass Telescope (B1200)

[lesbehrens]

please tell me your opinion of the lunt telescope when you get it:)

[h0ughy]

Well dont hold your breath - the states will be first to see these scopes. mine is due around september/october 08, such is the list of orders.

If you do your research you will find lunt et al were the founders and involved with coronado scopes - now that should get you thinking Eh now that meade sacked most people and owns the company:whistle:

[lesbehrens]

could u describe what u can see through a scope? r the prominences seen in detail like something we would see on the moon or like how we see the rings of saturn through a small scope?
thanks;)