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Old 19-03-2016, 02:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Tropo-Bob View Post
A better optical tube is the way to go. Having an ED or triplet lens really gives better visual images of the MilkyWay etc, as well as the bonus of providing good views of the planets.

Adam, I briefly had a 80mm F5 scope, and like U, I noticed that it only gave acceptable images with an EP that had an exit pupil of 2.something mms. An ED Scope costs a lot more, but it is worth it!
Thanks for the feedback Bob. A 24mm fl EP will keep the exit pupil in the high 4s , that's definitely something to keep in mind.

Cheers,

Adam
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