[ATM] 8" Diagonal- More info

[Polaraligned <polaraligned@optonline.net>]

Shane,
The pixel match is as you say .71 arcsec/pix for 1x1 binning.
It goes to 1.42 for 2x2 binning and 2.13 for 3x3 binning.
I have not aquired this camera yet, but it's 11 million pixels
allow me to match my seeing conditions via binning. 
Only on rare nights will I be able to use no binning.
At least this camera gives me some options.  My other choice 
of camera would be a STL-1001.  I just have not given
the cameras much thought yet.  I know my focal legnth 
is a good match for many of the cameras out there.  
When scoped is ready for camera, I will see what is 
available and look at different manufacturers.  
I did hold as a requirement in my design the ability
to fully illuminate a 35mm size field with only a few percent
vignetting.  I do not know what the future of cameras holds,
but the way electronics is going, I want to be prepared.
Phillip Keller did a fine job designing the 4"
corrector.  I have spot diagrams, if you would like, I could
privately e-mail them to you.  

Scott



> From: "Dream - Telescopes & Accessories, Inc." <shane@dreamscopes.com>
> Subject: Re: [ATM] 8" Diagonal- More info
>> Mark,
> 
> It appears Scott will be at 0.7 arc seconds/pixel with his 28" f3.7 and 
> STL-11000 combination.  Correct me if I'm wrong Scott.
> 
> Thank you.
> 
> Sincerely,
> Shane Santi - Owner
> Dream - Telescopes & Accessories, Inc.
> http://www.dreamscopes.com
> 610 - 365 - 2833

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