[Grantj]

Hello all, complete newbie here (besides some basic visual a long time ago) looking to get into DSO photography. Looking at the Skywatcher 80EDPro and 100EDPro (on a HEQ5Pro mount) and wanting to know if the extra $500 spent on the 100ED is worth it (with its slower f/ratio). I have seen some amazing photos from the 80ED's which is pushing me in that diretion and maybe freeing up some cash for the DSLR. Also on the topic of DSLR's again trying to decide between the more budget friendly Canon 350d and the higher priced 40d and would like opinions here too.

Thanks in advance.