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Originally Posted by Gem
Celestron Nexguide = about $330 (incl freight) on ebay
Skywatcher Synguide = $ 350
Are they much of the same? Or is there value for money on one over the others?
Any thoughts?  |
Nexguide and Synguide are identical (rebadged) and there is an Orion clone too. I have a Nexguide and it does not require a PC but I do struggle to get a star and it has a simple mono LCD to show what the CCD is seeing. The sensor is not very sensitive as I need to rely on my 80mm scope rings to adjust the scope around my target but it suits me. I'm luke warm with my satisfaction with this setup but it has given me many hours of round stars and no laptop is a bonus. I bought mine for under AU$300 earlier this year from Opt (strong dollar but I got hit with the California state tax as it was bought in shop). So $330 is a good price.
The advise from Merlin66 would give you more options too and many use this type of setup. I would consider this option 1st before the Nexguide.
Good luck.
Darrin...