[JarrydS (Jarryd)]

Hey guys,

Been a long time since I posted here. Unfortunately not by my own choices, a lot of things family related happened and needed to sort them out before being able to enjoy my hobbies again!

Quite some time ago I was learning about the stars and planets, the moon etc. I started viewing using a starter scope, something I bought cheaply from a local store. It has been nice, viewing the moon especially and even Jupiter/Saturn at times. Although I'm starting to outgrow this scope and also just viewing. I've always been interested in the photography side of things when it comes down to it. Unfortunately equipment wise and astrophotography wise I have no idea where to start out. Living in Darwin there are a few planetary objects that I can see at certain times of the year.

I was hoping someone could recommend some starter equipment for astrophotography, and maybe explain a bit about it.

Also, I have a Canon 1000D already, would it be possible to use this to take the shots?