Matt1981g

Hi I’m attempting to get back into astronomy, previously owned a 150pl reflector but parted company with it several years ago, I like the idea of a Cassegrain style as one of the big factors Of letting the 150pl go. was storage and transportation of It! I am interested in mostly visual observations but would look to take a few pictures here and there OF planets and easy nebula/DSO., I feel that a Schmidt-Cassegrain would be the best suited, my main stumbling point is should I get the 5 or 6 version. Is the 6 under mounted? And is it worth the extra cash, obviously there’s a higher light gathering power on the 6 but would it be much better than the 5, I see that the % of lens obstruction on the seems high! As the secondary mirror looks to be the same size on both 40% vs 14%! Obstruction by area. Any guidance would be very appreciated. I’m not against the idea of upgrading the mount in the future to a eq5 maybe? But want in usable to start with.

Hi Im new to all this and am looking to buy my first telescope a skymax 127. I have been looking at some aftermarket eyepieces, specifically the BST star guide range, are they a good upgrade from the stock ones supplied with the scope? I have been lent a Celestron Astro master 90 and am hooked but find the included 10mm a bit awkward to use? Will the BST be better? And would it be possible to get a higher usable magnification than the included? I understand how the magnification works in relation to focal length but also understand that poor quality eyepieces can be limiting at higher magnification.