How to Buy a Telescope : Telescope Buying Guide: Composite Telescopes

[yush070707]

I think it should be mentioned that lx series, or any scope with alt-azimuth mount is not really suitable for astrography. Thismay mislead a customer that's looking to buy a scope for both viewing and astrography.

To take proper images a person will need an equatorial mount, which's a whole different story. I know there are other tutorials for that, I'm just saying that this vid might misslead a begginer astronomer a bit :( and it should be mentioned.

[ehandkz]

@yush070707 do you mean astrography or astrophotography? because they are two different things

[Dbelenit]

i heard that composite telescopes are pretty difficult to use, especially for a beginner. can anyone tell my why this is and what exactly is so difficult to use about them.

[BlainePistolle]

where can one find random antique telescopes?

[JustMusikTV]

what is the model number for the meade telescope? does anyone know?

[bharathpv9]

@JustMusikTV It's the Meade LX90 8" SC [Schmidt - Cassegrain].Check it out on the website -

[sewa01]

I watched all the episodes. You've done some excellent job here. Many thanks for these explanations; its all very user-friendly.

[jhmoonman]

Good video! That's about what the salesman said, when I bought my 10" s/c several years ago!

[brewerbrian420]

I am looking to buy a telescope. and have around 200-250 to spend. Anyone have any suggestions PM me or reply here. Thanks

[robotmonkey73]

@brewerbrian420 You can get an orion skyquest xt4.5 for that much, but I would recommend spending a little more ($280) for the xt6 because 6 inches is just a good size; not too big but still delivers amazing images. I would prefer the xt8 personally but it is more expensive and it's noticeably larger and heavier. Also, get the Orion LaserMate Deluxe with any reflector because the mirror needs to be collimated often and it makes it easy, it'll set you back 60 dollars though.

[brewerbrian420]

@robotmonkey73 Thanks. I will be checking that out after this post.

[scottohscott]

@animedrawer84 *worthy*

[scottohscott]

@Antardrews The primary concern is aperture (the size of the primary lens or mirror). Just look for the telescope with the largest aperture you can afford. A dobsonian mounted reflector can often be cost wothy.

[viewmore100]

How can you have two primary mirrors?

[SecretMisery]

Can I plug it to my camera?..... Haha, would be awsome standing in the park with this attached to my camera xD

[tomanyasses]

the more money you spend the better the scope

[noobsyb0t]

I think I'm about too sell one of my HDTVs, so i can upgrade to a better telescope like that!.

[Willwec828]

...wow...

[aledplas123]

Meade or celestron wich is the best ease of use and reliable.

[sugarcreek5700]

ty i'm looking at buying one soon

[Driver599]

Would you recomend the celestron omni XLT 150mm newtonian reflector as a good telescopoe? Also are 2-3 variable barlows any good?

[hiian123]

@Driver599 the omni is a good scope! it has a nice large 6 inch aperature but it only has a 750mm focal length so you would need to consider a barlow if you want to see the planets close up! Also you would need to know how to star hop wth the 150 b/c its not a goto!

[y08y]

You also need to mention an important downside, which is the longest cool down time for any telescope.

[y08y]

Nevertheless, good video.