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Originally Posted by omegacrux
Your single speed should have a lock screw underneath to stop creep .
The dual speed has much better focus control especially with the camera
Even with the 10/1 it is very small movements , the difference between a good photo and an ok pic
Ps they also take great wildlife pictures
David
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I found the lock screw but using it often means slight change in focus. I think a dual focuser is in order. I do hate out of focus shots.
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Originally Posted by astro744
A Nagler 3-6mm Zoom eyepiece (or 6-3mm as Tele Vue now call it) works very well with my ED80 and will work well on any ED or APO of around 600mm focal length. You get 100x to 200x magnification with the ED80 with click stops at 1mm increments and variable magnification in between. Focus and apparent field remain unchanged when zooming.
Yes it costs as much as the telescope but it may just be what the OP wants. If you can get one used even better but join the queue. I personally think at $489.00 (current price) it's an absolute bargain for what is in essence multiple eyepieces.
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$500 is a little out of my price range atm. But it does sound like a worthwhile investment. I've read that anything beyong 120X is over doing the ED80?
I guess that's up to the individual to determine.
Thanks for the input Astro