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7 minutes ago, Clarkey said:
I use the 1600mm pro with unmounted 31mm filters - so marginally bigger but probably only a mm or two. According to 'Astronomy Tools' the minimum filter size would be around 26mm. So in theory 1.25 inch should be Ok. If you were interested I'm sure you could ask the question on SGL, there are a few with the SM90. Or check with FLO.
Thanks for that. I'm very tempted. How do you find the focuser? And do you have any information on the imaging circle in case of future camera upgrades?
I'm much newer to Cumbria than you are. Just 3 years for me. Moved over from Leeds. Skies better; weather worse
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On 14/11/2022 at 20:01, The Lazy Astronomer said:
That's a healthy budget - you could double up and get 2x Stellamira 90mm's!! (The additional flatteners would take you very slightly over the budget). Alternatively, the Esprit 100 or 120 are good choices.
Hmm. Dual rig probably a bit complicated for me as a relative beginner The Esprit 100 is on my short list so the recommendation is helpful. Have you used one yourself?
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On 14/11/2022 at 16:40, Clarkey said:
I can recommend Stella Mira 90mm triplet. Slightly wider FOV but good quality and excellent for imaging. A significant step up over the ED80. Alternatively, as you already have a good mount, you could keep the ED80 and get something with a slightly longer FL for galaxies etc? Maybe a 100 - 115mm triplet?
Thankyou so much for your reply. Apologies for the delayed response. A fellow Cumbrian I see!
Hadn't looked at the Stella Mira. Looks like very good value for a triplet and I will definitely consider. I see you own one. My only issue would be that I have 1.25" filters and with the 0.8 reducer/flattener at f4.8 I would presumably get vignetting with these?
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Currently imaging with an Evostar 80ED with 0.85 reducer/flattened and an ASI 1600mm pro. EQ6- R mount.
Happy with the FOV but thinking about upgrading the scope. Mainly interested in larger targets such as nebulae. Backyard is Bortle 4. Budget is up to £3000.
Any recommendations?
Imaging scope recommendations
in Getting Started With Imaging
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Thanks again. I think will probably go for the Esprit 100 with Flattener. A bit more expensive but my mount can handle the weight, and the extra aperture over the SM90 is probably going to be useful. And it does, as you say, have a very good reputation.