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Old 02-01-2008, 12:38 PM
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What can I see with/ what telescope for under £300??

Hi all,

This is a question that has been asked many times before however i have not come across a suitable answer for my situation yet. I am looking for good clear colored images of planets and possibly detailed images of the moon. First off is this possible for a telescope in that price range, if so which one?
I live in Cardiff which is heavily light polluted but can drive a short distance for clearer skies without trouble. I currently have an event horizon telescope which was a cheap ebay job but was disappointed with a view of Jupiter i had some time ago. I'm not sure if this was down to light pollution, position of the planet or just a poor telescope?
I am also looking into the possibility of astrophotography in the longterm, again of planets and moon mainly but would love an idea of price range for this sort of thing?

Regards

Gareth
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