If photography isn't a big issue the 10 inch LX90 would be my choice. The LX90 is a very nice piece of equipment, the OTA is identical to the equivalent LX200 size with the exception that there is no mirror lock. The gears may not be as sturdy, but you don't see reports of stripped or worn gears from LX90 owners. I would however be watching closely for favourable reports on the 8 inch Mak that Saxon and other manufacturers are offering on an HEQ5 eq mount...
