Advice needed for first scope!

[bobolee]

Hi Guys!

So I'm thinking of getting a first telescope after getting to know the skies better and reading loads of forums.

I can get the skywatcher evostar 90 on an EQ 2 mount for about S$400, or I could get a akywatcher evostar 102 on an EQ3-2 mount for about S$730. Both are refractors.

Is the step up in price worth it? The 102 is almost double the price of the 90. Or, is a the 90mm refractor good enough for a start?

Or, does anyone have a cheaper beginner scope to recommend? I'd prefer an eq mount as I intend to venture into AP in the mid future.

Thanks in advance for all your guidance!

[Hardwarezone]

Long refractors will vibrate more (moment arm) compared to shorter tubes, thus require a more stable mount.

AP need minimum ~1k budget for mount alone.