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Originally Posted by Poita
I would second all of this, in my C9.25 the ES eyepieces really were the best value for money, not quite as good as some TV eyepieces I borrowed, but the difference was really subtle, and I preferred the wide views of the ES eyepieces. The difference between a good ES eyepiece and a really amazing Pentax or TV eyepiece isn't all that it is often made out to be. Better, yes, but by a very small amount, and if the FOV is smaller, then it's not worth it to me personally.
The only thing I would add to the above list would be a 6mm planetary eyepiece, like a TMB. You get such great views of Saturn and Jupiter with it on the 9.25 and they are really inexpensive and well worth it for the occasional planetary gander.
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I'm thirding this. I did my own Pentax XW 10 V the ES 11mm 82* and the difference in my scope (6" f8 refractor) was very close. The Pentax was ahead but only by a small bit. Might have been the 1mm difference in magnification
My personal preference was for the wider field of view. In value for money the ES is miles out in front. Think I'll have to try the 100* series.
Matt