Dedicated Astrophotography Setup

[Theinvoker]

Hi all,

I'm looking to save for a dedicated photgraphy setup for DSO's and wondered if anyone had any advice on what I should be aiming for or any recommendations. Budget will be £1 - 1.2k just for the mount and scope. At the momment I'm looking at either a EQ6 SynScan or a CG5-GT and a 10 inch reflector (F5 ish).

Main questions im asking myself are is the EQ6 worth the extra £3-400 and would I get better results with another type of scope?

Its' sole use would pretty much be for photograhing DSO's so no eyepieces etc needed.

Any help would be most appreciated,

Cheers,

Theinvoker

[Kai]

Get the Eq6 , its a no brainer over the Cg5.

From there the questions...

What CCD/DLSR are you planning on using ??

Will you be considering a guiding setup at a later date ??

[Theinvoker]

I'll be using a 350D initially, then look for a CCD when I win the lottery. It's gotta be my turn for the jackpot soon

A guide scope is also on the cards, but when I get one depends on how much the main setup costs.

So many shiney things to choose from :hello1:

[ianporter13]

go for the EQ6 for wont regret it,

but be careful which Reflector your choosing as not all will come to focus with a DSLR.

Ian

[Theinvoker]

but be careful which Reflector your choosing as not all will come to focus with a DSLR.

Yeah I get that problem with my current scope its a right pain. DSO's can be done with a barlow, but taking lunar shots etc would mean some major fiddling with it to get focus

Can anyone recommend a good OTA for DSO's? I was looking at the Skywatcher Explorer 250PX (or 300 funds allowing), but im a relative beginner in terms of photos, so maybe barking up the wrong tree to get the best quality shots possible.

[radioactive]

Well I for am a SCT fan good all rounders!

Mount = EQ6 Pro nice one :hello1:

[ianporter13]

If it's the skywatchers that your after, have a word with Bern at Modern astronomy, he'll be able to advise if they will reach focus with a DSLR.

Ian

[beamer3.6m]

I can reach focus on the Skywatcher 200 with a Canon 400d if that is any help.