Starting out.

[Martin Whitaker]

I would apreciate any advise on starting imaging, should I go down the 35mm slr film route or digital slr.

I have done some research on both but not sure which way to go.

I have a powerful desk top comp but no laptop.

I have an older version of photo shop, not sure which one.

traditioa 35mm slr cameras such as the Olylmpus OM1 and the Nikon F2 do seem quite reasonably priced but I dont realy wish to develop my own film so any pointers would be welcome.

[Uplooker]

Definitely the DSLR route rather than film. Best, but more expensive route is a dedicated CCD.

Most people use Canon DSLRs - entery level Canon is the 1000D

You could by second-hand or try here:-

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[Steve 1962]

Hi Martin

I'd definately go the DSLR route - I've got a 1000d and am delighted with it. I'm sure that you'll find it a LOT easier to get good results by going digital than with film.

Be warned though - it's a financially slippery slope - you'll need a T adapter (if you're wanting to plug the camera into a telescope), LP filter, then there's guiding etc.

[adamsp123]

I would recommend strongly you go down the digital route.

Do you have all the other kit yet?

[Martin Whitaker]

Looks like didgital up to now,

adamsp123, I presume you mean scope, as for that I have a Meade 10 inch schmidt newt and a new cpc800.

I do understand the meade with the GEM will be the one for long exposure photos as I do not yet have a wedge for the cpc

[adamsp123]

Looks like didgital up to now,

adamsp123, I presume you mean scope, as for that I have a Meade 10 inch schmidt newt and a new cpc800.

I do understand the meade with the GEM will be the one for long exposure photos as I do not yet have a wedge for the cpc

The 10" meade will need a big sturdy mount and if you can get it to work smoothly then it is a stonking light bucket at F4, you will need a coma corrector for it.

The Canon 1000D is an excellent budget choice IMO.

[Martin Whitaker]

As all the reply's recieved to date recomend digital, what about a dedicated camera such as the new Atik Titan.

Any thoughts on that as opposed to a Cannon modified camera.