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Old 04-06-2010, 04:02 PM
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For the moon, planets and bright deep sky objects, a DMK21 CCD camera is a good choice...

For high magnification, a Barlow can be used, or with an adapter it can be coupled to a EP.

You should be able to pick up a new one for around $500.00.

Later, you might want to upgrade to a DSLR, which can be used for long exposure imaging of deep sky objetcs. This will require a lot of extra equipment though, including guide scope and camera, software, laptop etc...Probably not recommended as a first step...

If you just want try a few images to practice with and to show your family, a webcam should cost less than $200.00.
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