[phillean]

Hi, a newbie here, wanting learn a bit about astronomy, look at the moon, encourage my children.

I am planning to start with good finder binoculars, maybe leading up to a reflector telescope later.

We have a community oval nearby (in Canberra) where star viewing is possible without too much urban light.

I have been reading posts and have absorbed the message about starting with binoculars in the 7 to 10x range. I was thinking of starting with 7x50 or 8x50. Is there any advantage in going to 8X56 or 9x60.

Thanks

phil