> Lawrence Harris wrote:
>
> > I unexpectedly find myself in a position to upgrade from my 10" LX200 to
> > a new 12" LX200, assuming I can sell the former at a reasonable price.
> > Does anyone know of any significant problems with the 12"? I would like
> > to know something of the spec, such as whether the base is the same size
> > as the 10", and whether my wedge would transfer or whether a new one is
> > required.
> >
> > Any comments would be most welcome.
> > Lawrence Harris

Michael J. Cook wrote:
> I have the 12" and I am quite happy with it. I agree with Doc G. that
> mechanically, the 12" could use a beefed-up base/drive, etc. But the
> current configuration is very usable. Check out he back of Astronomy
> Magazine for April; an awesome picture of Saturn by Thierry Legault using
> the 12". Thierry's web site is nicely detailed with just what is possible
> with this instrument.

I've had the 12" for about 4 years and am very pleased with it for my
uses. It is permanently mounted and the optics are very good. With some
care and time the above noted deficiencies can be accomodated to.
I second the suggestion to look at Thierry Legault's web page. He is
one of my heros for high resolution imaging. I also was able to image
the Encke gap in Saturn's rings in October with the 12" and a 416XT
camera so it can be done with these instruments even by an amateur
amateur.
You might want to spend time with any of the larger scopes if you can
before making your choice. Good Luck
Regards,
Eric Schandall

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