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Hi all

I've always had an interest but never looked into it - with astronomy.

I watch the odd YouTube video and just the wow factor on some of the information (true or not ) has made me google and find these forums on a quiet Sunday afternoon.

First off, I'm a bit overwhelmed with the amount of information and different combinations of equipment. I had no idea that there would be so many different combinations and tech talk. I’ve spent the last 4 hours goggling and searching all sorts of gear.

I'm pretty keen for a "decent" telescope with GOTO - I'm more for the destination than the journey

I would like it to be small enough to setup quickly or take out side, however I wouldn’t be packing up and taking it away from the home.

I’d like to see as much as possible, like planets, moons, other galaxy’s – anything really

If I do get into it, I'd like to have equipment that wouldn’t need to be replaced, so bolt on or simple upgrades would be great. I have a budget of anywhere up to $1500, but that’s not fixed and could spend more if it’s worth it for the potential long term enjoyment to avoid spending money on upgrades etc.

I've tried to do the righty and do some research but its hard for someone as green as me

If anyone could recommend a setup based on this for me to look at it would be much appreciated! I've been browsing for sales, but its hard when you dont know what your looking for!


Thanks in advance guys, hope to get into this as a hobby.