New to Astro Photography…. need to choose between a triplet Explore Scientific or Astro-Tech. Does either have an advantage?
80mm choice
Bob
I have a Stellarvue 80mm APO triplet which I think is fantastic. Unfortunately, I have never tried either the Astro-Tech or Explore Scientific. Taking a quick look at reviews, the Astro-tech might have a slight edge but hard to tell.
Bruce
I have a Stellarvue 80mm APO triplet which I think is fantastic. Unfortunately, I have never tried either the Astro-Tech or Explore Scientific. Taking a quick look at reviews, the Astro-tech might have a slight edge but hard to tell.
Bruce
Would agree that the Stellarvues are excellent. They are premium priced, but great optics, excellent construction. The latter is just as important for Astro work. I have an 80mm; my friend and my club each have a 100mm; another has a 130mm. All are great scopes. Also great customer service.
Looking for 6" refractors, what are your recommendations?
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Discusses 6" refractors; directly relevant to triplet refractor selection.
Explore Scientific 127 mm APO- FCD-100 vs Skywatcher Esprit 120
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