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Originally Posted by shan
Hi Martin and Joe,
I appreciate your reply and all the info you both provided.
With reference to Martin’s point number 2, during my research so far I’m aware there’s not a 100% perfect telescope for both visual and photography but I was thinking of buying something like a SW Quattro 200 f/4 newt that allows me to use as a visual scope for now and purchase a camera at a later date for basic EAA and photography. Would this scope be suited for this purpose or am I better off going with something like the SW 200 f/5 newt.
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Shan,
As a beginner astrophotographer ( even EAA ) I’d strongly avoid f4 Newts until you achieve some skill set and advance to intermediate level in a few years time.
I’ve been at it 6 years now and all my carbon fibre Newts are f5 , they do a superb job , great all rounders !!
Just remember in EAA and AP , a suitable mount is first consideration followed by your telescope ( not in reverse)
A SW EQ6-R pro mount ( recommended max payload 15kg ) would suit the SW 200 f5 Newt for both EAA and Deep Space AP
There are many other brands and models to choose from but SW gear is a great first step in regard to cost , quality , local support and availability
Hope others chime in to give you more advice and recommendations
Cheers
Martin