Thread: 6" vs. 8"
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Old 03-11-2005, 03:24 PM
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Sorry for my ignorance?

What type (reflector or refractor) is a C6 Celestron/Vixen 6" f/5.

For what it is worth. I compared my 1250 fl 10" to Ken's 1500 fl 12" and saturn was 10 - 15% bigger and clearer. This is only a rough guide.

I also look thru a 6" reflector at eta carina and my 10" blew it away.

The 8" is 1250 fl from memory, so magnification will be similiar to the 10" if i am correct???

I would go the 8", you can always sell it 2nd hand in a years time for close to what you pay now if it is in good nick!
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