Hi Everybody
Complete newbie here. Have basically never done any astronomy although genrally interested in space/maths/science etc. I recently started playing with Google Sky Maps and was amazed how easy it was to recognize planets for the first time (could see Mars, Jupiter and Saturn last night at the same time last night). I had a vague idea before this they could be seen with the naked eye but am amazed how bright they were.
I want to get a telescope to see more. I am sure this has been asked too many times but I need help deciding what to buy. As you can see my interest is tickled and I really just weant to see
some nice stuff in detail. Moon, planets, some deep space stuff just anything that is out there, and impressive.
So did a lot of research last night but still drowning in options. Money is flexible I want something kind of decent I would think budget anywhere from $200-$700
I was leaning towards the GSO 8"DOB for $499, mainly because they are well recommended here
Also considering the recommendation
here in the Au/NZ section. I can't even find any shops with the iOptrons mentioned but can find the Saxon 8" DOBs. In general I read some people advising new people to avoid computerised and put the money into the optics althought I am a bit torn on that. I kind of think it will help me find a lot fof things much quicker but at the same time it might feel a little more organic and rewarding (and hopefully not too frustrating) to have to locate things myself.
If anyone can give me some advice that would be much appreciated.
