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Ok Adrian, when you look at the back end of a Meade SCT you will see where the different accessories screw onto the telescope. On 10" and bigger scope that screw bit or visual back can be screwed off to leave a larger "hole" in the back, where you can attach a Peterson Eyeopener (do a google search). The 8" visual back can't be removed.
You can certainly get fantastic images with DSLRs and they are great to learn on, but high end CCD cameras will produce the better image in the long run in accomplished hands. However there is a considerable cost involved in high end CCDs as well as a much steeper learning curve. You may be better off initially looking at a Hutech modified 350D and then move up at a later date.
There is a lot to consider, that is for sure. Check around and see what sort of dedicated CCD cameras are available in your price range. Also remember if you are going to image through an 8" even with a focal reducer you will need someway to guide and if you are looking at a small sized ccd then you will almost be required to autoguide. So a dual chip self guiding ccd may be the go. Have a look around and see what is available.
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