New Scope Advice

[Astro_mark_c]

Hi,

 

Honestly can't decide between the WO Redcat or the WO GT-71 II

 

I'm upgrading from the SW 72 ED telescope.  I currently use a Fuji XT2, but would be looking to eventually upgrade to a dedicated astro camera.

 

Any advice or experiences with either scope would be appreciated. 

[Martthebass]

I went for the GT71 over the Redcat.  I've been more than happy with the scope for AP and with the (necessary) FF-FR 0.8x it's a pretty fast set up.

[Adreneline]

I purchased a RedCat at the end of last year and I am delighted with it in all respects. The build quality is excellent and the I have been very pleased with the resulting images. One advantage of the RedCat over the GT81 is that you won't need a dedicated reducer/flattener which will save a few pennies! The lack of r/f also make the RedCat a little more forgiving regarding spacing between the end of the OTA and the sensor.

I guess it comes down to what you want to image to some extent. I like to image NB targets and I like to image them in context so I prefer the wider fov. I use the RedCat alongside a Samyang 135mm with either an ASI1600 or an ASI294MC all controlled via an ASIair. 

Which ever you chose I am sure you will be delighted with the performance.

HTH

Adrian

Edited May 6, 2021 by Adreneline
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