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Subject: Re: Help:Mak 7" vs. 10" SCT
From: Robin Casady
Reply To: mapug@shore.net
Date: Wed Aug 14 00:33:18 1996

Brady Blozvich wrote:
>
> Hi, I'm hoping to hear from those of you who have compared the view between
> the 10" LX200 and the 7" Mak model. I'm buying my scope in Feb. I've
> narrowed it down to these two scopes, although I will get the 8" if my
> budget demands it. I guess the obvious question is this: Which do you
> prefer(and why): the larger light gathering prowess of the 10"SCT, or the
> better resolution and contrast of the smaller 7" Mak? I will be dividing my
> time about equally between deep-space objects and solar system stuff, with
> maybe a little film photography thrown in later on! Thanks to all who respond...
> Brady Blozvich bradyb@iti2.net

I own the 7" Maksutov that Bill Arnet mentions having had a quick peek
thru. In comparing it to his 12", I'd say there is a very noticeable
difference in favor of the 12". I can't compare it to a 10" because I
haven't looke through one, but I would suspect it would be the winner. I
am happy with the 7" Mac, but if you can handle the extra size, go for
the larger scope.

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Robin Casady
http://www.casadyg.com
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