Frankspearcycle

Very informative thread with plenty to think about. I have recently purchased my first scope, a Celestron Omni 120 xlt on a CG-4.

Initially I struggled fining anything to write home about, but with some perseverance I have now reached the point that I can readily find some deep sky objects without the need for the setting circles (which I have decided aren't that great). Had I purchased the goto upgrade for 300 quid and not been able to use it due to the limited view from my yard I would have been somewhat disheartened.

I was considering a motordrive and having a shot at some astrophotography with my 10D. My local shop recommended that I go for the sysnscan goto system as mentioned above, as they claim the motor drive lacks accuracy. I have noted from this forum that most people seem to think I'd be wasting time trying to take pictures with my 120 achro but I'm going to have a stab anyway.

One things for sure I think I'll wait until I'm upgrading my rig before I bother with goto.