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Hi Ric
Thanks, I might mention tho, I prefer narrowfield, so the ED80 doesnt get much use although it is an excellent imaging scope. I use an ST80 for guiding on my latest set up due to its lightness (differential flexure is a minor issue) cheapness and very wide field (I NEVER am short of a guide star) modern guiding algorithisms render the usual FL rules between guide and main OTA mute.
I hardly bother with the SBIG internal guide, as its use with narrowband filters is difficult to say the least ;-).
And to G____day, yes the LX200 has a far superior mount, at a price ;-). Essential for imaging (for that, mount is critical), but for visual, not an issue. I have imaged/guided successfully with the LX90, a good comprimise for starter imaging and mainly visual.
Money is always the mitigating factor of cause.
Fred
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