[APML] Orion Min-EQ + EQ-1M

["Andrew Skretvedt" <atsdroid@wiktel.com>]

Hello everyone,

As a beginner in this exciting field, I've decided I would like to try
moving beyond the star-trails, and attempt some guided shots. I have yet
to make a big telescope purchase, but seeing some of the wonderful
wide-field photography shots posted by other members, I've realized that
a scope is not necessary to capture some breathtaking images of bigger
swaths of sky.

I've seen in the Orion catalog, the Min-EQ equatorial mount on a
table-top style tripod. With the optional EQ-1M clock drive, it's billed
as a good platform for mounting a camera and taking wide-field photos.

I'm interested in opinions, esp. from anyone who has actually used the
product. I realize it might be a challenge to polar-align this device.
It's on p.78 of the latest catalog.

For those that have posted guided camera-only pictures, what guiding
setup did you use? Recommendations?

Thanks!

Andrew Skretvedt,
Grand Forks, ND



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