[generalninja]

Hello, first time poster.
I think i would be classified as a total beginner. Ive been wanting a telescope for a long time, and been interested in astronomy since... forever.

Its a long time interest. so im prepared to spend up to $1000.

Im wondering what kind of telescope would i need to do deep-sky and planetary starwatching from an urban environment. i live in sydney, 30kms away from the city centre.

I was thinking about getting a 10" collapsable dob but im not sure, or should i get a Maksutov-Cassegrain?

i have no clue about equipment, all i know is my astronomy and my f/stop from my focal length.

OR maybe i should just get a 10x50 binoculars from Andrews for now?