Astro74

not using the full mirror prevents the full aperture from being used to its intended use and therefore the sw which claims to be a 127 isn’t, the Bresser doesn’t have this issue so has the full 127 and imo gives you a better ota , the sw is operating at 118 maximum due to not being able to use that mirror in the same way - watch the video below https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Y8rvCCm_LSQ However, it’s still a good scope and very popular I just prefer the Bresser design and it’s aesthetics, looks nicer and feels solid

Yea that was my understanding after reading Johns review - the mount I’ve chosen will be the star adventurer gti , just waiting for it to come in stock , chose it over the Azi gti so I can do imaging with my frac without having to buy the wedge etc and it’s fine for visual too 👍🏼🔭

Thanks I’ll have a look at that

Yea that’s what I want it for transportation

Yea I’ve seen those but I want a hard case for mine but may have to go for one of them - seems expensive for a bag thoughts

Sure is in my humble opinion, it’s a full 127 not a 120 like the sw, it has a bigger primary mirror so should be sharper and crisper on its targets and for me it’s a nice solid quality ota,l with less of a central obstruction as well I believe, overall it seems a little more premium but it’s all just personal preference, nothing wrong with a skymax 127 they are also very good for the money and well loved by many , it’s just my personal preference

If anyone know which size Peli case would fit this please let me know

My new Bresser 127 OTA arrived today thanks to FLO with the super efficient delivery, ordered lunch time on Friday and it arrived by 10am this morning super impressive so thank you. Just waiting on my mount before trying it but will no doubt report back on its first light 👍🏼

I’ve just purchased the Bresser 127 waiting for delivery 📦!

Yes I’m thinking it’s a good option for my visual use

Welcome Greg

Nice 😊

The Hank you , I was concerned the Bresser was over priced if the skymax was just as good although I know the Bresser is a full 127. Would the SA GTI be a good mount option vs the AZI GTI - I’m thinking it’s EQ so I can use for visual and Astro and a better investment for me long term

That’s the one - my question is how does it compare is it worth the extra £

Personally ive never git on with the Dob design or the manual push and nudge design but they are very popular and light buckets which is what you need for visual of deep space and distance objects if that’s your thing both good brands also but in this design I’d opt for the Stella 👍🏼

Hi what are peoples views on the above compared to the skymax ? and would it work well with the star adventurer gti as opposed to he azi gti ?

Sorry yes should of been a little clearer my 120 is the guide cam 👍🏼

Thanks guys 👍🏼

Auto guide cam Zwo 120 mini

Dslr - which model would you advise for a beginner

I have not set a budget and never have with this hobby over the last 12 years - my view is “buy cheap/wrong and buy twice” so I never limit myself ..within reason

Nebula- DSO is my area of interest many recommendations very welcome - thank u

Hi I’m venturing into AP and would like to know if I’d be better with a dslr or an Astro cam like a Zwo 120 ? if it’s a dslr - which one would be best, I’d like something simple and easy to use Jo too high tech thanks

Hi everyone I’ve just signed up after a few years away from the hobby I’ve picked up the big again. I started as a visual hobbyist and my interest has recently reached out into attempting imagining with my main interest being nebula. looking forward to being part of the group and learning from the vast wealth of knowledge in the forum. 👍🏼