RE: [APML] OT? "newer" CCD cameras

["fl.lusen" <fl.lusen@verizon.net>]

Frank,

As Alan said, they are not cooled.  On of the astrophotographers in our
group (Texas Astronomical Society) has a DSI and gave a presentation on it
earlier this year.  It is great for solar system objects and bright DSO.
His concern was also the cooling, especially in the summer and in our Texas
105º days.  At night, that can transmit to temperatures in the low 90's.

Fred

-----Original Message-----

 I'm certain there are much better ways to do this, so please spare the
"this
$5,000 ST-999 camera is much better" lecture.  The only reason I am even
asking about this is because it is actually within my budget.  If it's crap,
I won't bother, but if it is decent, or if there are similar priced but
better offerings, I'm open to suggestion.  I've been wanting to try CCD but
I just couldn't justify the cost at >$1k prices.

thanks,
Frank
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