[SimmoW (SIMON)]

A total nOOb question here.

I"m considering getting a high quality 60mm or 90mm apo scope as my very first scope, as I really intend on pursuing some nice astrophotography work.

But after my initial forays into basic DSLR widefield photography, I'm not so sure. I'm already finding the light pollution down here in sunny Melbourne (Mentone area) pretty frustrating. I'm using the excellent Astronomy Tools addin for PS, it removes a fair bit of pollution, but with the LP, there isn't much subtle stellar light coming through.

So guys 'n gals, I'm wondering, would I be wasting my money? Or will a dedicated light collector and mount, combined with a decent filter or 2 give me enough imaging ability to keep me occupied between (rare) dark sky outings?

Thanks

Simon