(Cross-posted to the
AP section... but this subforum gives me a different sample of users.
)
Hello to all,
If you know me, you know I like my fracs.
I typically use my Stellarvue 70mm
apo for astro work - its my only
AP scope and I have been gathering images for about 8 months. I have about 6 months of guiding under my belt, and the rig works fine.
My rig -
Mount: NEQ6
Camera: Canon 60D and a new 2600MC pro.
At this point, galaxy season is coming. I want to get a scope with more reach for
DSOs. A friend of mine has a c8 edge HD (6 months old) and the dedicated reducer for sale for a good price. My friend bought a larger scope.
I have no experience using SCTs, I have been a refractor person up to now.
Before this deal came along, I was thinking to buy a 120 mm
SW Esprit, but this new offer is literally 40% of the price. Of course the Esprit is way more money, but I want to check in here to see whether anyone with experience with the edge HD for galaxy
AP work has compared them to a refractor: any and all thoughts on this are appreciated.
Thanks,
Ian