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I have the GSO 8" f5 1000mm fl newtonian that I use for astrophotography. It's a good scope for astrophotography, GSO mirrors have an excellent reputation, and has the 10:1 fine tuning focuser with ability to lock the tube in place, and my dslr easily achieves focus and it can be used visually with my entire ep range when combined with the supplied 35mm extension. The scope includes a low vibration primary fan at the rear and it doesn't cause any noticable image issues even if run during 5min subs. It is an excellent scope in terms of value for money. The Bintel scope is identcal except for the sticker on it. The steel tube GSO is not a heavy scope and at this size range carbon fibre doesn't save much, if any, weight but there would be a substantial price difference. I can easily lift mine onto my NEQ6 mount., and I'm 65 with a bad back. I have a ZWO guidescope and ASI130 camera sitting on top of mine and have no problems with flex.
Btw mine is for sale in the classified ads here, only four months old - I am very happy with it but I need to sell it as I am building a 10" newt and need the space.
Talk to Luke at Andrews Comms for all the details on these scopes, and ask Luke which dovetail they are shipping with them these days.
Last edited by glend; 25-11-2014 at 09:20 AM.
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