Hello everyone . Im new to Astro photography. Im trying to buy used celestron 6se . What would you recommend to pay attention in used telescope .
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Purchasing used telescope
I wouldnt reccommend buying used if you are new to telescopes. You are new to AP, not astronomy in general (hopefully) so I would think its safe to assume you have a working knowledge of telescopes and at least a basic understanding of their maintenance and optimal operation requirements. If that is the case buying used is a great way to get gear at bargain prices. I recently purchased a used 140mm Orion Mak-Cass for planetary photography and have been quite pleased with its visual performance so far (we will see how it performs in photography once we get some good oppositions).
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Thank you for your recommendation
Rather than used or new, it depends on where you buy, and on your budget. A quality second hand or outlet dealer inspects a telescope before shipping and specifies any traces of usage. Though it may be cheaper, purchasing from a private individual involves a balance of risk. Used or new, after quite a while of using an SCT you may wish to collimate it. Disadvantage of used gear is 1. no warranty, 2. it won't sell at a high price should you give up your hobby or upgrade to a larger telescope.
Best luck!
Robert
Best luck!
Robert
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