Hi Greg, I have a 2nd hand C9.25" SCT, bought off the IIS classifieds. They cost about $2.5k at Bintel new
https://www.bintel.com.au/product/ce...v=6cc98ba2045f
They are cheaper 2nd hand (in fact you just missed one!)
http://www.iceinspace.com.au/forum/s...d.php?t=179155
I was able to get this shot of Saturn a few months ago using my 9.25. It should meet your needs.
Andrew