hi guys, i have always been in to astronomy and have finally decided to get my self a scope, which i have found to be tricky.
I have done a lot of reading and have slightly broadened my knowledge.
I have been a avid photographer for meany years and i am keen to bring that interest into astronomy.
I was wondering if you guys can help me out with which scope would suite me best.
Im currently more interested in deep space objects,
My budget, i want to try to stay under the $1800 mark as best as possible.
Size isnt to much of a issue as i can fit 2, 12" dobsonian's in the car and im not to fussed about lugging the weight around as i do that day to day for my job.
i have found out that refractor scopes are ideal for astrophotography but not as good for general viewing?
i have been looking at the
http://www.bintel.com.au/Telescopes/...oductview.aspx
As it has the mount which is much more ideal for astrophotography then a dobsonian mount as i am intended to believe.
it also has goto which is a plus.
Also at later stage i can add a refractor to that mount?
But the issue is it being only a 8" scope, how would that effect general vieing compaired to a 12" dobsonian?
Im also torn between a
http://www.bintel.com.au/Telescopes/...oductview.aspx
Due to its increased light gathering abilities which will help in deep space viewing, but it is possible to get decent images from it considering it does not have goto?
And such features as the smaller 8" scope.
So basically im looking for a scope where i can enjoy viewing of planets and deep space but also get into am amateurastrophotography at some point.
Also i seem to see a lot of
http://www.telescopesdirect.com.au/T...ised-Telescope
These type scope but i dont see much talk about them is their any reason why?
Sorry for all the question i do have lots more but i will save them for a later date.
Cheers brad.