Hi,
I have recently caught the astronomy bug and have been madly researching for many weeks the different types of scopes available, their advantages/disadvantages etc.
I have 95% decided an 8" SCT is the best for what I want, decent aperture, portability and the ability the ability to view planets and DSOs. I figure this type of scope will give me plenty to see for years to come and then I can see what comes next after that.
I am interested in the Celestron C8-SGT (XLT) and a 5GT mount with GOTO, this seems to be the best mix of value for money and good quality, many reviewers and forum members like this scope and its siblings.
I would like some advice on which accessories I should get to make the most of it, the package ships with a spotter scope and a 25mm eyepiece. I am thinking a 9mm and a 15mm eyepiece would be good to start out with - recommendations?. Also bobs knobs to help collimation, a 2x barlow and maybe some filters (lower priority).
Any tips from more seasoned forum members would be greatly appreciated
