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Generally, a 12 inch Dobsonian is a great telescope.
At that price, I assume you are talking brand new from a dealer.
And yes that is a good price.
But,
A 12 inch dobsonian is a large telescope and quite heavy.
And awkward to move around any distance.
You need to consider if you will be taking it to dark remote sites and if it will fit in your car. Usual method is laying across rear seat.
You might consider a collapsible dobsonian, which are more expensive, but easier to transport.
As far as astro photgraphy is concerned, a DOB is usually not the best for long exposures.
But for bright planets and moon with short exposures they have been used by others with some success. But they are primarily an easy set up visual observing scope. (IMHO From my experience).
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