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Old 12-10-2013, 10:45 PM
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Long focal length scopes are wasted on astrophotography because you have to introduce an other element, a focal reducer because the magnification is too high. A 500mm to 1000mm focal length is best for most deep space objects. A good tracking mount is mandatory though.
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