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Pst, Sm40, Sm60
I have and use many different solar telescopes both visual and CCD.
The PST is a very cost effective intro to Ha observing. You'll probably need a shorty barlow to get CCD focus, but at the 0.9A bandwidth, yes you will see the surface detail and proms... just like the photos.
The SM40/ BF10 is a better system which allows you to use your own scope, usually with long focal lengths and easier focussing and imaging. You don't need a sophisticated Flouro triplet; remember you're only working in a VERY narrow bandwidth, so don't worry about colour correction.
The resolution is better than the PST, probably about 0.7A so more contrast and better detail becomes visible.
The next step up is to get more aperture and surface resolution.
The SM60/ BF15 I find is an ideal compromise, good surface detail and easy sighting of proms etc.
In summary: a PST is a very good starting point and you will see surface detail and proms. If funds permit, the SM40/ BF10 is a good step up will give you very satisfactory views for the next few years.
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