This will not be my first scope. I've owned several, including an 8" Dob (Orion XT8). After experimenting with other types of scopes, I've come full circle to wanting another Dob. The question is which size and which brand.
An 8" is pretty much the perfect size for my use. I'd like to go to a 10", but I'm concerned about the added size and weight.
Orion's XT10 is much smaller than the Discovery 10", but what about perfermance?
I think I would narrow down my choice to either the XT10 or the Discovery Premium 8" (2" Crayford, Pyrex Mirror, upgraded base).
Are the extra 2" of apeture worth the bulk?
Regards,
Dave
An 8" is pretty much the perfect size for my use. I'd like to go to a 10", but I'm concerned about the added size and weight.
Orion's XT10 is much smaller than the Discovery 10", but what about perfermance?
I think I would narrow down my choice to either the XT10 or the Discovery Premium 8" (2" Crayford, Pyrex Mirror, upgraded base).
Are the extra 2" of apeture worth the bulk?
Regards,
Dave
