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Old 12-08-2016, 06:13 PM
cpoc
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Originally Posted by jjjnettie View Post
There you go then.

I'm so glad that the less fortunate ie. Nikon owners, can now get into planetary imaging.
LOL... that's ok... from what I understand Nikon's have better light sensitivity (one of the main reasons I chose it... that and the mic jack).

Good to know I should be able to get something and create a nice image (love your Jupiter!).

The next question is for upping my equipment. I used to have a Dob which was lovely for viewing but I know they are a little funny for astrophotography due to tracking issues... I've sold that but kind of want to get a new scope but make sure it will be useful for astrophotography as well. I'd ideally like shots of either planets or nebula/galaxies (more the latter) I know the cost can rocket quickly so I figure it might be something I'm suited to piecing together over time.
I've seen a few goto scopes on ebay (such as Sky-Watcher Star Explorer 114mm f/5 Reflector Telescope) Should I jump on one of those if they pop up again or let it slide?
I can probably scrounge about $600 which I know won't get me much... I'm really only looking at second hand (because I know enough to know I'd have no chance getting something first hand for that much).
I'm open to the notion of getting a mount with tracking first so I could at least possibly set my camera on it for some longer exposures... then when more money mysteriously appears I could look at getting a nice scope to get some better shots.
Any suggestions from people... I know it's a very open ended question but I think I've put in the parameters to help narrow down the suggestions.
Galaxies/nebula preferred... planets a nice starting point
Tracking essential for long exposures.
Roughly $600 budget
Second hand more than fine

As with always any help is appreciated.
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