Hi everyone,
I am, like most people starting out in astrophotography. This is making my bank manager rather happy, not to mention my credit rating
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I have just purchased a " 8" f/4 newt astrograph " with a paracorr coma corrector and a EQ6 pro with goto. I am happy with the scope setup but before I spend the big dollars I need to research the camera side of things. Thats where you people can help
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Firstly DSLR or CCD. I reckon this depends on what I want to photograph, well I am interested in deep space objects like the Sombrero galaxy, nebula's etc etc. To be honest I want to do the scope justice. Understanding the scope's limitations I want to be realistic. I have see some fantastic photos using the same scope with a Pentax K-X but the CCD seems to be designed for astrophotography where DSLR aren't.
Anyway your guidance and advice will be surely welcomed.
Best regards Paul (tyro astrophotographer)...