New "Lens"

[PlasticSpanner]

Ok so I'll have the opportunity in a couple of weeks to get a new "lens" for my Praktica but I'm not sure which one to get.

Do I go for the 1000mm f8.33 @ £295.00?

Or the 600mm f5 @ Same price?

 

[Unimaxium]

Get both and send me one

 

[jstuedle]

If for star gazing, I'd go for the 1000. JMHO.

 

[Rob]

I bought one of these (ok for quite a bit more!) 1900mm @ f15

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Don't use it that much though, it's a pain to lug outside and take somewhere (London's no good for stars!). You've got to walk really gently as even small vibrations make a noticable difference.

Rob

 

[PlasticSpanner]

I would like something like that but I don't want to start using any GoTo systems.


I want to learn my way around the sky like it's my home town & the best way to do that is by star hopping by eye.

It's a nice little mirror lens though Rob! Ever thought of sticking a camera to the back of it!

Unimaxium - I like the first part of you idea but not too keen on the second bit!:er:

Both "lenses"! come with the same accessories but I'm still tempted to go with the 600mm as it will have a wider field of view!

 

[jstuedle]

Sweet! When are we going to see pics?

 

[Artemis]

Jelousy has now justice on my feelings...

 

[PlasticSpanner]

Sweet! When are we going to see pics?

As soon as I've sorted out the money for it, work out how to hide it from the wife and as soon as we get some clear skies here!

About 2 weeks then!

 

[jstuedle]

About 2 weeks then!

Very COOL! I have my calender marked!

 

[Artemis]

Very COOL! I have my calender marked!

I tried that before, but my mate Mark really didnt appreciate it...