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Old 25-07-2011, 10:21 PM
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Hi H,

I would suggest that you visit a nearby astronomy club, talk with people who have equipment, and get their opinion.

You will see stuff that interests you, and stuff that doesn't interest you. From this, you can make a much more informed decision as to what you want to get, to get you what you want.

For example, if you decide that you are a planet person, you'll prefer a scope that has a higher native f/ratio than if you prefer large deep sky objects. You'll prefer a camera that can do 60 frames a second rather than one hour exposures.

Until you work out what you want, it will be difficult to know what to get. You can spend a lot of money on what won't help you. My suggestion is ... talk to others, see what they have, and then think about spending.

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Tony Barry
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