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Cost of astrophotograhy.
1x 10"Lx 200 Gps Uhtc = $6500.00
1x Nikon D70 with lens for terrestrial shots = $2200.00
1x Waeco battery to run system =$450.00
1X Field derotator for alt az setup =$750.00
1x off axis guider + illuminated reticle= $380.00
1x spare battery for the D70 = $80.00.
1x laptop to run LPI and do software work and talk to you lot $2500.00.
1x weight set to balance the tube of my scope =$200.00.
1x power cord with lighter fitting for powering scope in the field =$70.00.
1x JMI hard case for scope protection to dark sites +$1000.00
Software so far free.
Total cost a whopping $14,130.00Au just for the pleasure of taking deep space astro shots that you can be proud of. This is a seriously expensive hobby, just be prepared to spend the money once you get hooked. The shots can be worth it, but the cost can be very high, the rewards great and very time consuming. Best of luck with your decision. I am glad I made my decision!
Paul
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