#REFLECTOR VS REFRACTOR TELESCOPE HOW TO#
Most importantly which one will be suitable along with your ideal jobs? And need to know how to utilize them? If you are a new or a regular user then it is obvious for you to know about the differences between the Reflector and the Refractor. Both Reflector and Refractor have different types of uses with different features. Usually, there are three types available in the market base on focal length, aperture, diameter to buy a telescope. You should always keep in mind what types you need to consider when you are up to get the best one. My choice would be then Bresser Maksutov Cassegrain 152mm F/12.5 and Bresser Exos 2, but it is your choice of the setup and there is a tip for you: Just follow your instinct.Are you doing astrophotography? Or you are just a planet viewer. I can't help you with mounts, but I think that they are practically the same, so I would choose Bresser Exos 2 because of budget.So my choice would be Bresser Maksutov Cassegrain 152mm F/12.5. But you should be aware: You won't be able to observe many deep-sky objects (DSOs). Because you want to observe planets and maybe craters, you should buy Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope.It is your choice, which telescopes to buy, but I can give you my opinion: But if you want to just dive into astrophotography, then buy refractor because a smaller aperture can be replaced with longer exposure time. If you want to pay a little more than for a Dobsonian and make a little bit of astrophotography, then you should buy a Newton telescope. If you want big magnification, as I can see you want, then buy Maksutov-Cassegrain because a long focal length is rolled into the tube through many lenses and mirrors. The best choice for a little money and big aperture is a Dobsonian because of his simple Alt-az mount. They have usually smaller aperture like reflector or Maksutov-Cassegrain for the same money. I cannot think of any better advice for someone like yourself than to stick your toe in the water for a few seconds before jumping in.Ī quick description of many variants of telescopes: Refractors are very hard to make, but they don't have central obstruction. It is a group that regularly broadcasts their observing sessions. I haven't used an eyepieces for serious viewing since. Have you seen what they are capable of doing? I viewed with eyepieces for fifty years before trying a Mallincam ten years ago. There is a lot to be seen with that telescope and you have barely scratched the surface. If it's bang for buck that motivated your question I think you would get the most if you just explore the capabilities of the 3 inch refractor for a while. To suggest a F/12.5 Maksutov will satisfy you would be the equivalent of telling someone to dive into the deep end of a swimming pool without knowing if that person can swim. I have viewed through many telescopes over the years and in doing so have met many people like yourself. Since the MC is cheaper and has a bigger aperture, will the APO have any advantages eg.contrast? Also, what are your thoughts on the mounts? I wish to know your experience with refractors and MCs, in general, or with these specific models. In addition to my 26 & 12 mm Plossl eyepieces I plan on getting a 50mm Erfle (Field Stop 40mm) and a 6mm Plossl.įor mount, I was contemplating between Bresser Exos 2 and iOptron CEM25P. The MC is about 60% of the price of the APO. Portability and fast setup time are also a consideration. I hope to see basic details on Jupiter, Saturn and Mars at high contrast and clarity and perhaps the disc of Neptune.
I live in a high altitude region with Bortle 3 skies. It has been a wonderful experience seeing the Moon, Jupiter, Saturn magnified and Andromeda, M33, M81 and much more for the first time. I bought my first telescope, a 3-inch refractor a few weeks ago.