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Reged: 11/21/07
Posts: 406
Loc: NJ
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I know zero about imaging, or for that matter, cameras in general. I've always used disposable film cameras in the past, except for an inexpensive point and shoot Kodak digital a while ago. I would probably just buy another similar camera for family picture taking and such, but I have some pretty nice astro gear now. I figure if I spend a little more for a camera that could be used for AP as well, I should give it a shot. I stumbled on a web site that said that Canon was pretty much the standard for DSLR AP. A lot of people I've noticed use a 450D or better, but that's a little too rich for my blood at this time. I Was Wondering if this canon would be worth buying. 1000D Also, would the one in the link be usable as is, or do I need some kind of package?
Thank you
Joe
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(quote)"That does it! Next Big Bang, someone has got to rethink this gettin' old business!" Joe Daugert
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1986 Celestron c-8 (retired)
Celestron Omni XLT 120
Celestron Astromaster 70 AZ
Vixen GP2 mount on Omni XLT tripod (soon to be driven by iOptron GOTO Nova)
Meade 16x50 binoculars
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EricJD
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Reged: 07/24/07
Posts: 424
Loc: Chesapeake VA
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I've used a lesser Canon than that for some great shots, the 350D, so yes, you can get some great stuff from the one you linked to.
What you'll need in addition to the camera are: a t-ring and t-adapter and I don't know if that model can do long exposures from the software or not. If not you'll need a long exposure controller.
You'll probably want to add a focusing aid as well, like a Bahtinov mask.
Good luck!
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Orion 120mm ST
LXD75
DSI Pro 3
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watcher
sage
Reged: 11/21/07
Posts: 406
Loc: NJ
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Thanks. Now I know I'm gonna sound really dumb, but do you know if the one I linked to would generally come with a battery and at least a minimal memory disc? There are so many price levels for each model, that I just don't know what's optional. Also, looking for some recomendations for good books and or links to get a grasp of it all.
thanks again
Joe
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(quote)"That does it! Next Big Bang, someone has got to rethink this gettin' old business!" Joe Daugert
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1986 Celestron c-8 (retired)
Celestron Omni XLT 120
Celestron Astromaster 70 AZ
Vixen GP2 mount on Omni XLT tripod (soon to be driven by iOptron GOTO Nova)
Meade 16x50 binoculars
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Psyire
scholastic sledgehammer
Reged: 06/24/07
Posts: 979
Loc: 55* North
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Joe,
I'd strongly suggest that you start here: http://www.astropix.com/BGDA/BGDA.HTM
It's $40 well spent and will save you time, money, etc. as you'll make more informed decisions about what to spend your money on.
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Celestron CPC 1100 XLT, Sky-Watcher Equinox 80ED
TV 31T5-Nagler, 8&13mm-Ethos
EarthWin Binoviewers w/ 24mm Panoptics
Elusive Photons.com
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Jerry Lodriguss
Vendor
Reged: 07/19/08
Posts: 571
Loc: Voorhees, NJ
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Hi Joe,
The Digital Rebel XS (1000D) with the 18-55mm zoom lens is an excellent DSLR with which to get started in astrophotography.
It is the camera that I used to take all of the pictures in my new book.
You do not need any kind of package... all you need is an SD memory card for about $10.
Start out simple with the camera on a fixed tripod shooting constellation and star trail pictures.
Then move up to shots with the 18-55mm lens and the camera piggybacked on top of your telescope on an equatorial mount that is properly polar aligned. You will need a ball head to mount the camera.
Finally, after mastering those previous two methods, move up to prime focus shooting through your scope. You'll need a two-inch adapter and T-mount for Canon.
You're going to be limited in what you can do with an altazimuth mount, but you have a Vixen GP2 that you can use.
Jerry
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A Beginner's Guide to DSLR Astrophotography
http://www.astropix.com
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watcher
sage
Reged: 11/21/07
Posts: 406
Loc: NJ
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Yea Jerry, I haven't updated my sig, but I have a TMB 80SS that I think should ride nice on the GP2. I've seen pictures done with much lesser scopes and mounts that I would be thrilled to accomplish myself.
Thanks Psyire. I'll check out the site and be sure to come back with some more intelligible questions.
Joe
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(quote)"That does it! Next Big Bang, someone has got to rethink this gettin' old business!" Joe Daugert
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1986 Celestron c-8 (retired)
Celestron Omni XLT 120
Celestron Astromaster 70 AZ
Vixen GP2 mount on Omni XLT tripod (soon to be driven by iOptron GOTO Nova)
Meade 16x50 binoculars
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John Carruthers
Skiprat
Reged: 02/02/07
Posts: 2270
Loc: Kent, UK
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second the 2" adapter, I ignored advice and bought a 1.25"
"..can't make that much difference.." 
wrong. 
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Jc
ATM 10" F6.1, 1/25th wave spec (max wavefront error +/- 1/12.6 in zone 4 of 6, sodium light )
6" F7 spec
127mm F9.4 Refractor
10 x 50 bin
ETX80 (finder)
Canon 20D
PST
DSI 1
and a curious mind
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