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Re: [APML] 12" & 14" LX200



Marios,
            The biggest difference will be portability (besides the +2" in aperture). I have the 12" and it about as much weight as I would want to go, especially when lifting it onto a wedge. Plus, the 12" is rather bulky when in it's soft carrying case. Now, I'm not sure how much more the 14" is going to be, nor how much bigger, but I imagine it will be significant enough.
My bottom line would be, 14" if mounted on a pier or if you have no fear of lifting bulky/heavy objects.
Don Spencer
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Sent: Tuesday, December 17, 2002 4:07 AM
Subject: [APML] 12" & 14" LX200

Dear list,
 
Anybody has the Meade 14" LX200 telescope or the 12" LX200?
 
I have sold my telescope and I will get a Meade but I'm between those two!
 
What are the differences between the 12" and the 14" beside the aperture?
Beside observations I will do astrophotography as well.
 
Clear Skies,
 
Marios Iordanou
Cyprus Astronomical Society
www.CyprusAstronomy.com