Hi, Everyone,
This is my first post as a relatively new member of
iceinspace. This is great site and has been very helpful (especially the equipment discussions).
I would like a little advice from anyone as I am about to purchase a new telescope primarily for observational purposes. It has to be of very high quality and portability; otherwise, it'll sit there unused.
I have narrowed down my choices to:
- The Takahashi TOA 130 NS triple apo refractor
- The new Takahashi FSQ 130 (astrograph)
- The Takahashi Mewlon 250 CRS
- The Skywatcher 150 ED triple apo refractor
- The Questar 7" Maksutov-Cassegarin LW 7
I have not really given thought to a suitable mount though the thought of spending some $6000 - $7000 on a good one seems excessive (rather spend it on a great scope).
The only astrophotography I will be doing is with a DSLR, not a CCD (I know nothing about CCD imaging, though the results are impressive, to say the least).
If anyone can spare the time to offer some advice, please do.
Cheers.