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Started by aaronsland, 08/26/2007 01:17AM
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Posted 08/26/2007 01:17AM Opening Post
Michael Frias
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I am interested in imaging and now own a 78mm f/8 and a 100 f/8 (APO's). I am thinking it is probably not necessary to keep both scopes since they are so close in size.
Will one of these scope be better for imaging than the other?
If so which one? Why?
I will be using the Canon Rebel XT 350D for imaging.
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Posted 08/26/2007 02:00AM #1
Steven Jindra
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If the 78F8 is the Tak FS78 it make a very nice imager, especially with the Tak focal reducer (to F6).
Steven Jindra
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Posted 08/26/2007 02:37PM #2
Ivan Ong
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Hi Michael, what kind of mount do you intend to use? The mount is very very important in astrophotography, much more so then the scope typically.
Thanks, Ivan
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