GOOD STARTER TELESCOPE PROFESSIONAL

If you are expecting 'video game' or 'Hollywood' type images with amazing detail and vivid color, you will be in for

GOOD STARTER TELESCOPE PROFESSIONAL

Likely from the Hubble Space Telescope or some other large professional Like those you may have seen in magazines. If you have a pair now, do try themĭON'T EXPECT a small telescope to show images Binoculars can be a good first step,īut they won't show any detail on the planets (and limited detail on the Moon).

Minimum, there will be members that will be happy to show you a number of telescopes. In astronomy is to visit a local astronomy club (most larger cities have some kind of club). Binoculars are a great way to get a taste of what backyard astronomy can offer. If you spend $1000 onĪ fancy telescope and then later find you're not really into it, you will have wasted a considerable amount of Astronomy is aįascinating hobby but it's not for everyone. 'jumping in' with a fancy expensive telescope without first learning the basics is not the best way to get involved. Most experienced amateur astronomers agree that Telescope in fact, if your budget only allows spending about $100, you might be better off buying a decent pair ofīinoculars and a good starter book rather than a telescope. A good pair of binoculars will often cost less than a Show quite a number of interesting sights in the night sky. Skills to find objects using a telescope). It is important to learn theīasics of finding your way around the sky (you will need these To first learn some of the basic constellations, and then use a pair of binoculars to find yourįirst astronomical objects. Many experienced amateur astronomers will tell you that the best way to get into astronomy is If you have any questions, please send e-mail to Joe Roberts and I'll try to help! If you want to know more about meĪnd my background in astronomy, please visit here! It is hoped that the information on this page will help out prospective newĪstronomers and to advise them not to expect too much from a small telescope. The buyer should be aware that there are quite a few very poor quality telescopes in the marketplace theseĪre most often found in 'department stores'. Quality starter telescopes are available fromĪ number of manufacturers. Telescopes in this beginner class typically sell for around $150 to $600.

By small, I mean 2.4 inch (60mm) to roughly 3.5 inch (80 to 90mm) refractors, and 4.5 to 6 inch (100-150mm) reflectors. The contents of this page applies to small to medium sized, beginner (or 'first') Need to get off to a good start in astronomy. This page will arm you with the basic information you will Time buyers are often overwhelmed by all the choices, brands, etc. There are many telescopes aimed at beginning astronomers, and first What to look for in a telescope and what to expect from it. If you are new to astronomy and contemplating the purchase of your first telescope, this page will help you to better understand Beginner Astronomer Tips, Best First TelescopeĪmateur Astronomer's Notebook Advice for First Time Telescope Buyers

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