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Originally Posted by Matty P
I want to get into astrophotography with the best camera possible for a reasonable price.
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Matt, my advice to the above statement is go with something reasonably cheap. By the sounds of things, you've never done astrophotography so how do you know you'll like it? Making a considerable investment into a camera my end up a waste of time and money. Certainly heed the advice of others on this forum, they've been along same winding road that stands before you.
I'm with Paul on this one. If you're interested in getting into DSO imaging, start with wide field work such as piggyback photography on an EQ or barn door style mount. You can use a regular DSLR or even a film based camera and get instant results that are pleasing. This can be a good confidence boost (and believe me, you'll need it). This is a cost effective way to get started. Buying expensive gear and jumping straight into prime focus imaging is risky and will lead to disappointment. Astrophotography will test your patients, be prepared for steep learning curves and long nights of frustration - above all, have fun.