SeattleDan
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This seems to be the least expensive but minimally sufficient scope I've been able to find.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/735549-REG/Sky_Watcher_S11100_S11100_Pro_80ED_APO.html
Will this do?
I like having a goal with a number attached to it. It helps me visualize, as well as budget.
I have more questions as well.
1. If I opt for an Astro type scope, and as I stated in another thread, I use filters and other glass, will stepping up in objective lens to 90mm be helpful, regarding the light reduction? Will that size simply be too unwieldy? I know it's almost cost prohibitive.
2. Is it possible to somewhat "weatherize" an Astro scope? In the Northwest U.S., we have considerable weather challenges... not unlike the U.K..
3. If I opt for a DSLR as opposed to a micro 4/3rds, as I have been thinking, will mirror movement, negatively effect the crispness of the photo? If I use MLU (mirror lock up feature), will it be impossible to take multiple frames in rapid succession, for example, in flight? So you all just put it in "live view" and go?
4. If perchance, I experience a financial windfall (it sometimes happens), would it make better sense to opt for fpl-53 on decent glass, as opposed to, the more delicate, high priced fluorite crystal?
thanks ya'all - any input is welcome
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/735549-REG/Sky_Watcher_S11100_S11100_Pro_80ED_APO.html
Will this do?
I like having a goal with a number attached to it. It helps me visualize, as well as budget.
I have more questions as well.
1. If I opt for an Astro type scope, and as I stated in another thread, I use filters and other glass, will stepping up in objective lens to 90mm be helpful, regarding the light reduction? Will that size simply be too unwieldy? I know it's almost cost prohibitive.
2. Is it possible to somewhat "weatherize" an Astro scope? In the Northwest U.S., we have considerable weather challenges... not unlike the U.K..
3. If I opt for a DSLR as opposed to a micro 4/3rds, as I have been thinking, will mirror movement, negatively effect the crispness of the photo? If I use MLU (mirror lock up feature), will it be impossible to take multiple frames in rapid succession, for example, in flight? So you all just put it in "live view" and go?
4. If perchance, I experience a financial windfall (it sometimes happens), would it make better sense to opt for fpl-53 on decent glass, as opposed to, the more delicate, high priced fluorite crystal?
thanks ya'all - any input is welcome
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