Which camera

[Catsick]

Ok, currently using a Startravel120 on the AZ3 mount which I know isn't good for long exposures etc and also will also be using a Mak127. I've only been using a canon 550D unmodified with varying levels of success, seeing & capturing Orions Nebula blew me away (easily pleased!).  However I've since been thinking about a dedicated ccd\cmos camera which I can link to a laptop/tablet to capture videos/images. It's be lighter on the scope for a start than the DSLR. Looking at a budget of £200, which would be the best option as I find myself going round in circles with so many variants which all seem to do the same thing to me anyway! Planetary, DSI imaging only, no solar yet. Or should I bother and just soldier on with the 550D.

[Physopto]

You will lose a lot of imaging area moving from a DSLR to a CCD. I am bearing in mind your available outlay when I say that.

Derek

[Catsick]

Thought as much, given my location and approach to this hobby I'll just stick with the DSLR. The pic although very far from perfect was my first attempt plus though double glazing.