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Down Syndrome Adonis



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 Post Posted: Sun Aug 24, 2008 5:42 pm    Post subject: Amateur Astronomy?
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Didn't know where to post this but I'm interested in getting into sky watching.  I'm not rich but can anyone recommend a telescope or two/ideal magnification in relation to price point, etc.  It looks like I can afford a 10" or 11" Compound and I like these for their compact size and features (Celestron, Meade, etc?).  Are large refractors a better buy at half the price or less (Pentax, Sky Watcher, etc?)?  Would something like this be enough to get a really good look at the Moon, Mars and beyond?  What do you think of CCD cameras or would you suggest a good digital SLR with adaptive hardware instead?  Thanks for any input or suggestions on the matter in general.

Regards, DSA


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fablemanor



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 Post Posted: Sun Aug 31, 2008 7:09 pm    Post subject:
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I am a beginner astronomer myself however I came across a website from fellow who seems to have it all together. Im sure that he could steer you in the right direction. I was amazed at his astrophotograhy. Check out his website with his photos and equipment at:

http://www.astrosurf.com/cidadao/index.htm


I hope this helps you out to get started.

In fact, I suggest that everyone check out his work on lunar photographs and of the planets. His work would be an asset to supply lunar photographs for reveiw on this forum.

http://www.astrosurf.com/cidadao/moon.htm


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