One Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Hello,I've been reading the Stargazerslounge Forum for a few months now and have decided to join the group. There are quite a large number of members, and I hope to learn a great deal about astronomy from this forum. I've already learned so much. I have recently bought a pair of 10x50 binos, but hope to buy a telescope in the near future.Which scope would you recommend? I'm definitely thinking of the EQ mount, as I hope to do astrophotography eventually, and prehaps a 8" reflector. CheersRaymond Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DOBBY Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Hi Ray...& welcomethe type of astrophotography you intend to do will affect the choice of 'scope..& therefore also the mount...also...what sort of budget ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightfisher Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 hi raymond, welcome to sgl, do a bit more research before committing to a scope Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sevs23 Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Hi ray & welcome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnh Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Enjoy the Lounge Raymond.JohnH. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adamski Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Hello and welcome Ray. Enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twotter Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Hello Raymond Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty Strings Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Hi and welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paxo Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Hi One,A very warm welcome to SGLSteve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bizibilder Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Hello Raymond and welcome to SGL!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorningMajor Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Hi Raymond and a warm welcome from me too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david o Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Hi there Raymond, welcome to SGL Before you spend anything I recommend that you read the book Making Every Photon Count (by SGL's very own steppenwolf). It'll explain what kit you'll need and (more importantly) why, helping you avoid poor and costly choices of equipment.Easy to read, it's full of advice aimed at the imaging novice, including all the tips 'n' tricks and lots of other vital stuff, as well as choosing the right kit.Have a trawl through the imaging sections too, They're full of info and some very experienced, talented folk who, I'm sure, will be more than happy to share advice and guidance with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesM Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Hi Raymond and welcome to the forum. Agree with David, take your time as the stars aren't going anywhere. Budget will be an important component in helping you decide what level of imaging will help satisfy your expectations. Collecting the "data" is only half of the story, processing is the other half in creating great images.Clear skiesJames Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astro Imp Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Hi Raymond,Welcome to SGL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
night vision Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Hi,Welcome to the lounge,Liz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Spock Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Hi Raymond, welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glowjet Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Hi Raymond and welcome to SGL John. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Collyer911 Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 hi and welcome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terrym2002uk Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Hi Ray. Welcome to SGL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Multi-Coated Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Hi & Welcome......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyjh2 Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Hi Raymond and welcome to SGL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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