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I have to remind myself to get what I will use now, not what I might use in a couple years, as that inevitably changes. I can always buy another OTA, after all. My use in the near term is as a guide scope for the Megrez for wide field, and for DSO imaging in the opposite configuration once I get my technique down. I'm looking at using a Vixen SXD mount with a side by side mounting with the Megrez, so the VC200L is about as heavy as I can really go, with the C9.25 really pushing it but just bearable.
I think the Mewlon scopes would be wasted on me at this time. One thing I don't get is how on the VC200L, the spider is "bad" for planetary via the spider causing difraction spikes and killing contrast, yet the Mewlon scopes have a hefty spider too, and seem to be considered good planetary scopes for their aperture.
Dennis, regarding your old OTA, I suspect Vixen would charge an arm, leg, and a few other assorted body parts to return it to flight readiness. I already have a couple photo adapters for the VC200L, purchased a few years ago when I first got approval from my wife to get one. I may have to take you up on a reducer, though, if I go that route and it were still available.
Terry, you mention dew on the secondary/corrector. How easy is it to run a dew heater in there without obstructing the light path?
One more question: Does anyone know a shop that actually carries the VC200L these days? You can PM me if you like.
Regards,
Eric
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