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RippyTheGator

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  1. Yes I know what you mean, I wear bifocals as well.
  2. Yes, I was using the zoom function on the live view screen.
  3. Purchased a used Canon 600D last week with a few different lens options. Picked up a Tripod and had my first attempt at the full Moon on April 8th. Used the Canon EF-S 55-250mm lens and shot at 55mm, ISO 400 and 1/500 exposure (took a few pictures and stacked them with autostakkert). Found it pretty hard to get good focus on the Moon, but it was pretty low in sky, so maybe that had something to do with it. I tried going up in focal length later but image was pretty blurry. Any tips on better focusing? I have a T-ring adapter in the mail for my scope so will be trying to get some close ups once that comes in.
  4. Hey all, I am wanting to get into astrophotography and am looking to start my jump with a DSLR camera. I have had a scope for a few years and have really enjoyed it (Orion Starmax 127 mm maksutov-cassegrain) but would like to start out with a DSLR before experimenting with my scope. I am looking for a cheaper Canon (nothing more than 500$) that would be good for a beginner, I am looking around on Facebook Marketplace, Ebay, Craigslist etc. I have found several used Canons on FB marketplace that are relatively cheap but would like to know what is best for astrophotography. What specs should I be most concerned about? For example, I can get a Canon t5i for ~400$ with the stock lens and adapters, or a Canon t7 for around same price. From Astrobackyards website his first Camera he used was a 450D, I can get one of those for 150$. Is this camera too outdated? This price would allow me to get a proper tracking mount for the camera much quicker. Many websites, including this one, recommends the t7i but that is 700$ brand new, is the difference for a beginner out weigh the price point? Any recommendations and insights would be much appreciated! Casey
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