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Originally Posted by xa-coupe
Thanks Phil ... I agree about the zoom, so I'm contemplating my next purchase to get more reach. My issue is my wallet doesn't match my wants .....
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Jeff,
Depending what camera you have on board ( sensor size ) a Bintel GSO 6" f6 newt will only cost you $399 and your NGC 5139 will look like the attached photo with an APS C sensor size or close to it. This image was captured in Sydney last year with my 6" f6 GSO Bintel Newt , my old Canon 600D DSLR , Bortle 8 light polluted skies and full moon ( lots of 60 sec subs )
Don't be scared off using a 6" newt, your mount will carry it easily and collimation will be a snack at f6
I still use mine after 4 years and love it ( focal length 900mm )
Cheers
Martin