|
Jase, you have a number of options but if you are going to use one scope then go with a fast Newtonian. An f6 will be good for DSO work and with a 5x powermate or a 4x powermate you will be able to image the planets.
For me imaging the planets is done through my C14, but I don't use this scope for anything else. For DSO work I use a refractor or an RC. If you want to spend money then think along these lines. If however, your budget is limited then think the Newtonian path. Many fine images of the planets are taken with a Newtonian and DSO work can be done well with the same scope.
The next question you need to sort out is how much money do you want to spend on the scope? Remember if you spend the bucks on the scope to spend up big on the mount too. You can of course get great results with an EQ6 pro and a carbon fibre GSO Newtonian 10". A larger scope would require a larger and more expensive mount for DSO imaging.
Hope this has been of help.
|