Re: First time telescope buyer
From: guid0 (preist_at_gunga.din)
Date: 10/17/04
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Date: Sun, 17 Oct 2004 12:17:53 -0400
On 14 Oct 2004 16:32:01 -0700, ciaran.kelly@ntlworld.com (beerdame)
wrote:
>I want to buy my first telescope but after doing some internet
>research I'm more confused than I was before I researched.
>Refractors/reflectors/dobsonian..????
>
>Can anyone give me some sound advice, however small it would be much
>appreciated. I've got kids who'll be using it aswell - and I dont
>want to buy the cheap £70-£100 scopes either.
>
>Also, I have a Fuji S7000 digital camera and I'd like the ability to
>hook it up to the scope and start my collection of astro-photos.
>
>I know this must be a pain for you guys, but I figure that if I can't
>get advice here where can I get it..?
>
>TIA
>Beerdame.
You'll get better advice at your local astronomy club. Better because
you'll actually have a chance to see and use the various scopes. Your
local telescope shop is a good place to start too.
You can read tons of information and opinions but the real clincher is
seeing the equipment in person. Size, weight and portability far
outweigh any other considerations when buying a first telescope.
If you stay clear from camera and audio gear shops selling telescopes
as a sideline, you'll do fine.
G../0
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