Jay, I guide with an Orion 80 mm "short tube" that's a joy to use. I think I'll try to get some widefield views through it, using the 12" that it's mounted on as the guidescope. Probably I will need to stick with luminosity exposures, as I suspect these relatively inexpensive refractors have color issues. -- Joe ________________________________ From: Jay Eads <jayleads@gmail.com> To: Utah Astronomy <utah-astronomy@mailman.xmission.com> Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2011 8:43 PM Subject: [Utah-astronomy] Small Refractor Suggestions I am considering adding a 80mm refractor to my line up for quick use in the backyard. I am wondering if anyone has suggestions for me? Looking at $300 to $400 to spend. Thanks, Jay -- Jay Eads _______________________________________________ Utah-Astronomy mailing list Utah-Astronomy@mailman.xmission.com http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/utah-astronomy Visit the Photo Gallery: http://www.slas.us/gallery2/main.php