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Nice collection of images with the 450. The Canon range of cameras lend themselves very suitable to AP -- Well done Dave.

Will look forward to your photos. Very quiet here. my Cancer treatment went off the rails and PSA shot up from 0.3 to 27. Over ther past 2 months been on "Liquid Chemo" and different injections for bone repair. Has knocked me around a bit. Current waxing Moon has been clear over in the West here. but just have no enthusiasm to get out there ATM. Antiquity is also taking over. Cheers Dave. Parkwood.

Gotcha, no prolems Daryl. You need a hoist like they have on hospital beds. Ha ha.. Dave

Thanks for response. Last year was very quiet and ended on a bit of a sour note. Here in the West been inundated with with high humidity and cloud coming down from the Tropics has made Astro just about a non event. You just had to be out there at the right time at the right place, such opportunities were rare. Ha I just paid a handy Man 250 bux to clean up my block, at 85+ my back will just not hack it. He filled his trailer and 3 wheelie bin of rubbish. !! Will drop you a personal note of interest. Dave

Incredible images, all of them. Such skill and beautiful presentation. Dave.

That is very nice. Dave.

Its the only heating in the house as the gas heater has quit and no one wants to fix it. Only warmth is Heidi the cat and the lecky throw blanket. Have completed the. Mods to the 120/1000 refrac and the EQ3-2. Looks good, need to create a cloud dispersal App next ! Will post more pics soon. Dave

Found an SD card with a few shots from the 10" / EOS 500D. And went thru them in PS. I think this one is worthy of pasting here. A rare occasion where the focus is reasonable and terminator clean. Currently its very hit and miss to find a break in the perishing cloud over W.A. Plus the temperature is not conducive to elevating myself off the electric blanket ! Cheers Dave.

Noted Ken, I have a number of Canon Cameras, including film versions plus the last one made by Canon H1n film cam. I have used the range from 350D to the 7D. At Present I have the EOS 500d 750d and 7d. Each have their pros and cons. Basically I judge their performance on the results I get and and personally not particularly interested in what some of the "Rivet Counters" think -- Also there is a lot of bias between brands, each one trying to outdo the other. Over the years I have handled Pentax and Canon film and Canon Digital. I cannot speak of Nikon as I have never used one. but there are two very divided schools between Canon and Nikon. The later model I have of the 7d, I use mainly for Terrestrial use and birdwatching. having a very wide range of EF lens also keeps me to the Canon brand

I did a quick browse around Perth district Camera outlets and noted a Canon EOS 750D available at Morley Cash Converters with 70/300mm EF lens etc for $520, So that does appear to be around lower prices they are available.

No problems Ray. When (?) things return to normal will be good to catch up and have an eyeball. Meantime will keep in touch with news and interest. Keep Safe and Clear Skies. That goes to all our members and visitors. Dave

Hi, Thanks for comment. The recent moon shots are without filters WYSIWYG. Yeah Ray and I have spoken about filters I have a full set of 1.25" and 2" coloured filters plus moonglow. I have modified my eyepiece adapters and fitted with 1.25 and 2" threaded barrels as all my AP is in prime focus. I have yet to try the filters. Mainly due very poor skies. Had an occasional break where I was able to try out the 2 new scopes. I certainly agree about the Synscan WiFi dongle. Esp after tearing my hair out with Serial/RJ45 cables etc. I am motorising an EQ3 Mount/tripod I picked up ex Shop Demo so there will be more posts coming up shortly. Dave.

With a programmable timer anything is possible. Maybe we should get together soon and I can give you all the pros and cons. I have an EOS 500d which I could loan you and familiarize with using a DSLR before buying. I have spare adapters for interface plus timers/release cables. Dave The price is very varied from $450 for body and grip up to $1200 with lens and accessory package. The 750d is a 24mpx and much sought after. I picked mine up from Cash Converters with lens and charger for just over $520. (On line shop) I also have the 500d and the 7d. The Eos 750d is excellent for prime AP. As you see has HDMI port for external monitor plus computer software. If you buy make sure low shutter count and comes with CD handbook & charger/batteries. Buying just the body is a good option. Lens can be found on EBAY. But ensure NO fungal contamination. !!!. Dave From my Tablet.

The price is very varied from $450 for body and grip up to $1200 with lens and accessory package. The 750d is a 24mpx and much sought after. I picked mine up from Cash Converters with lens and charger for just over $520. (On line shop) I also have the 500d and the 7d. The Eos 750d is excellent for prime AP. As you see has HDMI port for external monitor plus computer software. If you buy make sure low shutter count and comes with CD handbook & charger/batteries. Buying just the body is a good option. Lens can be found on EBAY. But ensure NO fungal contamination. !!!. Dave From my Tablet.

I have that covered Ray, 1. The EOS 750D has a marvellous screen which is on a multi way hinge system so with the view finder aimed at the ground in "live mode" you can have the screen pointing upwards. 2. I have jury rigged the 10" monitor to show the "live screen" on the monitor It gives an excellent enlarged view for positioning and focusing - Its connected via the HDMI cable mini plug to camera, regular plug to the Monitor. After taking, It will show the image taken. We think it 'mazing!! I also have brackets to hold the Monitor. Probby go to Op Shop to buy a small card type table to set up either indoors or out. I have an extension HDMI cable on order to operate from in the kitchen. The Scope Power Supply box, which also has 5V and 12V outlets for fans, lights and accessories runs off a SLA battery charged by an AC source. Seeing for this week is forecast as a big fat ZERO!!! Dave