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by chancy_sg
Wed Jan 09, 2019 9:03 pm
Forum: Beginners Forums
Topic: 5" vs 6" SCT viewing/ astrophotography in Singapore
Replies: 3
Views: 12303

Re: 5" vs 6" SCT viewing/ astrophotography in Singapore

Long focal lengths are like looking through a straw. It is very hard to locate and see anything for starters especially locally. Perhaps a wider field scope of the 4in refractor class would be more suitable, a good compromise for visual and AP.
by chancy_sg
Sun Oct 28, 2018 10:41 am
Forum: Astrophotography
Topic: A Newbie's Shameless Adventures in Imaging
Replies: 13
Views: 10957

Re: A Newbie's Shameless Adventures in Imaging

Not sure, but it is slightly elliptical apparently, so perhaps this is close to the real shape?
by chancy_sg
Tue Oct 23, 2018 8:49 am
Forum: Astrophotography
Topic: A Newbie's Shameless Adventures in Imaging
Replies: 13
Views: 10957

Re: A Newbie's Shameless Adventures in Imaging

More images posted since ... do pop by!
by chancy_sg
Wed Sep 26, 2018 9:23 am
Forum: Buy and Sell
Topic: WTS - Starlight Xpress TRIUS SX25C (OSC CCD)-REDUCED!
Replies: 2
Views: 2063

Re: WTS - Starlight Xpress TRIUS SX25C (OSC CCD)

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by chancy_sg
Thu Sep 20, 2018 4:53 pm
Forum: Buy and Sell
Topic: WTS - Starlight Xpress TRIUS SX25C (OSC CCD)-REDUCED!
Replies: 2
Views: 2063

WTS - Starlight Xpress TRIUS SX25C (OSC CCD)-REDUCED!

Have a Trius SX25C OSC CCD that I have never used, other than to try darks and bias frames at home. This is the latest current TRIUS version with the 3 mini-USB2.0 hub version. Additional cooler fan included. NEW = USD$3350 or SGD$5000(if GST 7% added) Asking a very reasonable price, now REDUCED to ...
by chancy_sg
Wed Sep 12, 2018 3:41 pm
Forum: Beginners Forums
Topic: Newbie's Starting out in Astrophotography - WHAT to BUY?
Replies: 0
Views: 9828

Newbie's Starting out in Astrophotography - WHAT to BUY?

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Please see above link if interested...:P

Was not sure where to put it, since it addresses both topics somewhat.
by chancy_sg
Mon Sep 10, 2018 2:35 pm
Forum: Equipment Discussions
Topic: Newbie's Starting out in Astrophotography - WHAT to BUY?
Replies: 0
Views: 4537

Newbie's Starting out in Astrophotography - WHAT to BUY?

Wanted to put my thoughts on this often raised question - eh, Newbie: what to buy ha? Apart from Tak lah? So for newbies (notice small cap 'n'... :P ), I have this ONE KEY point: BUY the best MOUNT/TRACKER you can afford. This will go far in your quest for perfect stars and detailed DSO imagery. Put...
by chancy_sg
Wed Aug 01, 2018 11:52 pm
Forum: Equipment Discussions
Topic: A Newbie's Impression of the Samyang/Rokinon/Milvus(newly added comments)135 F2 for AP
Replies: 6
Views: 15421

Re: A Newbie's Impression of the Samyang/Rokinon 135 F2 for

I have a right angle finder for the camera so easier, followed by a few test shot to fine tune framing. But generally the fov is wide enough to get into the ballpark.
by chancy_sg
Wed Aug 01, 2018 10:22 pm
Forum: Equipment Discussions
Topic: A Newbie's Impression of the Samyang/Rokinon/Milvus(newly added comments)135 F2 for AP
Replies: 6
Views: 15421

A Newbie's Impression of the Samyang/Rokinon/Milvus(newly added comments)135 F2 for AP

As a departure from my earlier reviews, I would like to write about something predating those green/blue scopes. This was about 2 years ago. I had wanted a wide field lens for casual AP while on holiday, as and when the opportunity arises, with the family around and only a few hours of night time av...
by chancy_sg
Mon May 14, 2018 9:08 pm
Forum: Buy and Sell
Topic: [Sold] Takahashi FSQ85ED with Reducer & Accessories
Replies: 4
Views: 3467

Re: WTS: Takahashi FSQ85ED with Reducer & Accessories

Excellent photography! Craftsman and his tools.