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6 minutes ago, Alien 13 said:

I think the old M42 lenses wont achieve focus with Nikon cameras as the camera flange to focal plane distance is too great so you will be stuck with the own brand lenses or third party ones from Samyang/Sigma etc.

Alan

Hi Mr. Alan,

Understood. So I guess I’ll just stick to the stock lens kit first before investing on Samyang lens. Maybe can find 2nd hand with good condition. 

Thank you Sir

Ok in that case once I get my DSLR (Nikon D5300), I will get suggestion for the most ‘economical but excellent’ lens for me. 

Thank you all.

15 hours ago, 8472 said:

If cash is tight,  a vintage prime lens would make a reasonable compromise for the Samyang. 

Hi Sir,

Yes, budget is quite tight right now. Sorry for this noob question, but what is vintage prime lens? 

Is it achievable if I just use the DSLR stock lens kit for starter?

Thank you.

3 hours ago, geordie85 said:

I've put my answers in the quote. 

Thank you Mr. Geordie,

I've checked market price for item 3-5. New is around $500. That's roughly times 4 in my country currency. Maybe can get those items at 2nd hand price around $200-300, I think.

Thank you sir for your response.

Really nice to see DSO's image from all of you guys. Makes me wanna own myself the setup.

Some post here using Nikon D5300 which I'm planning to buy. Is the model good enough for beginner?

If yes, can you guys help me list down all the 'must have' equipment in order to get started? Coz I believe my current equipment is only good for planetary imaging and brightest objects, not DSO or even nightscapes like Milky Way. So here's the list:

1. DSLR (Nikon D5300)
2. Star Adventurer
3.  
4.  
5.  

Beside those 2 items, what else should I add in the list? Thank you in advance experts for your help.

Thank you Sir!.

Can I copy the lists and print out as a hard copy for my reference?

Seeking your permission.

Thanks in advance!