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Why are CCD better on planets?

Started by mpinson, 01/22/2003 03:48PM
Posted 01/22/2003 03:48PM Opening Post
I may be completely wrong but I get the impression that film on planets is not as good as CCD's. I am wanting to get into astroimaging but cant decide whether to go digital or film. I think I would prefer film as most of the DSO's I have seen look a lot better than any CCD (under a $3000 model)image. Back to my question, what are the problems with film and planets, if you think there is a problem?

One more question, where on the net would one find developing supplies and equipment? If I go film I want to put the extra cash into a dark room. I really don't have a clue on how or what is needed to develope negatives for scanning.